Day 33: 10/23/26 - Chapter 23 & Share your Frayer & Intro to Theme

 Homeroom:

I hope you are all having a wonderful day.

Do Now:

1. Get all your materials for Reading and Block 1
2. Eat your breakfast
3. Sharpen pencils

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Reading Block:

Agenda:

1. Review
2. Set up new Reading Guide
3. Read - Aloud Chapter 22 & Complete the New Reading Guide

1. Review

• Setting - What time of year are we up to?
• Character - Whose birthday is it?
• Plot - What does he get for his birthday? Where does he go on his birthday? How does that make you feel?
• Conflict - What conflicts still need to get resolved?

2. The Reading Guide: 

Your reading guide has 5 sections.

• Setting - Where & when do the events takes place?
• Characters - What do you know about the main characters?
• Plot - What are the important events from the chapter?
• Questions  - Do your best to write 2 questions. Remember you want to ask level 2 & 3 discussion questions. 
• Conflicts - Identify all conflicts within the chapter

3. Read-Aloud Ch 23 Directions: 

Read chapter 23 of Freak the Mighty, complete the Reading Guide, and bring it with you to ELA

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ELA:

Today we will share our frayer models, and I will introduce you to theme.
                               
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Take out your Frayer Model

Homework: 

• Finish any past due Quizzes or assignments
• Complete D.O.L. for Friday

Activity #1

Share Your Frayer

How to Present:

Here is an example of a script you could use when you share.

1. The word I am going to teach you is __________ . 

2. Here is the sentence from the text: "__________________ ."  

3. The definition is ______________ (Your word) is a (What part of speech?) 

4. Some synonyms of (your word) are __________________ .

5. Some antonyms of (your word) are __________________ .

6. My illustration is __________________________ .

7. Do you think you can use __________ in a sentence?

Tips:

• Make sure you hold your model up so the other students can see it
• Speak loud and clear. 
• Speak slowly. Do not talk too quickly or quietly.
• Pause between each section.
• Ask if anyone has questions when you are done.

Activity #2

Intro to Theme

(20 minutes)

Christian the Lion 

Step 1 - Cut out & Glue in the list of topics and the theme tree on the next 2 pages of your notebook (Be sure to write the date, title, and page number)

Step 2 - Read the definition of theme

Step 3 - Give the students 60 seconds to circle theme topic words that go with Freak the Mighty. Call on a few students to share.

Review a few of the vocabulary words from the video

Vocabulary:

• vicar - a representative that makes decisions for a church
• flat - a flat is what the people in England call an apartment
• undaunted - not discouraged by difficulty or danger

Step 4 - Watch the Video - I will read the subtitles as we watch

Step 5 - Start with the trunk of the tree. The trunk has a list of thematic topics listed on it. Choose the strongest topic. The strongest topics are LOVE & FRIENDSHIP

Step 6 - Discuss the evidence from the video, which is listed on the branches. The evidence describes what happened in the video

Step 7 - Discuss the theme. The theme is the lesson. In this case you should ask yourself, "What can I learn about love and friendship from watching this video?"

Activity #2

The "Freak the Mighty" Theme Challenge

Directions:

Step 1:  Cut out and glue in the blank theme tree. Think about the story of Freak the Mighty and list some theme topics on the trunk of the theme tree (Use the words that you circled on page 18)

Step 2: Pick the topic that you think is the strongest, best, or most interesting.

Step 3: Use a google search/AI to find a theme about the topic you picked. You might try searching something like this: 

themes about __________ in the book Freak the Mighty

Step 4: Once you find a theme statement that you like, Write your "Theme Statement" on the lines provided.

Step 5: Record in your graphic organizer, four pieces of evidence from Freak the Mighty that support your theme.

Remember the example we spoke about in class.

Theme = Life is not always fair!

How did we know that? (Evidence)

1. Freak was young and had a hard life.
2. He had seizures and had to go to the hospital often.
3. People picked on him and teased him.
4. He died from Morquio Syndrome at the age of 13.

***You will work with the people at your table

***Be sure to WRITE NEATLY

Theme Tree (Freak the Mighty)

Have a great Day!

Day 32: 10/22/26 - Chapter 22 & Prepare your Frayer

Homeroom:

I hope you are all having a wonderful day.

Do Now:

1. Get all your materials for Reading and Block 1
2. Eat your breakfast
3. Sharpen pencils

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Reading Block:

Agenda:

1. Review
2. Set up new Reading Guide
3. Read - Aloud Chapter 22 & Complete the New Reading Guide

1. Review

• What happened during the climax?
• What was the main conflict?
• Who won?
• What was the resolution for Kenny Kane?
• How do you think the climax effected Max?
• What happened to Loretta?
• How did Grim and Gram react to the events of the climax?

2. The Reading Guide: 

Your reading guide has 5 sections.

• Setting - Where & when do the events takes place?
• Characters - What do you know about the main characters?
• Plot - What are the important events from the chapter?
• Questions  - Do your best to write 2 questions. Remember you want to ask level 2 & 3 discussion questions. 
• Conflicts - Identify all conflicts within the chapter

3. Read-Aloud Ch 22 Directions: 

Read chapter 22 of Freak the Mighty, complete the Reading Guide, and bring it with you to ELA

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ELA:

Today we will complete a quiz for chapters 21 - 22, and we will have time to work on our frayer models.
                               
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Take out your Reading guide from chapter 21 & 22
• Open your computer & go to my Google classroom and start your quiz

Homework: 

• Finish any past due Quizzes or assignments
• Complete D.O.L. for Thursday
• Finish Frayer Model (Due Friday)

Activity #1

Chapter 19 - 20 Quiz: 10 minutes

1. Log in to your chromebook. 

2. Go to my google classroom

3. Click on the classwork tab

4. Complete the Chapter 19 - 20 quiz independently. You may use your notes & book, but keep your answers private, and the room should remain silent.

When everyone is done we will go over the reading guide.

Activity #2 

Review Chapter 21 & 22

Review

• Who are the 2 main characters?
• What do you know about them?
• How do you know? (What is your evidence?)
• What is the setting? When & Where. Include Descriptive details. 
• What are the important plot events? What happened in these chapters?
• What are the conflicts in this chapter?

Best Question: 

• Meet with your small group
• Take turns sharing the level 2 & 3 questions you wrote
• Discuss your answers to the questions
• Pick 1 question that you think is best
• We will then share those questions with the whole class

Activity #3

Frayer (Vocabulary) Models

Frayer models are a fun simple way to learn new vocabulary.

Directions:

• Pick a vocabulary word from the book to create a Frayer vocabulary Model

Frayer Models have 6 sections

1. The word goes in the middle (Big and Bold)
2. Sentence from the text goes in the top left. Include the page number.
• Copy the whole sentence. Properly!
3. The definition of the word goes in the top right. Include the part of speech (Noun, Verb, Adjective, or Adverb)
• Use wordcentral.com
4. Synonyms & examples go in the lower left. Synonyms are words that mean the same thing 
• Use your own knowledge, along with wordcentral.com 
5. Antonyms & Opposites go in the lower right
• Use your own knowledge, along with wordcentral.com
6. An Illustration of your word goes at the very bottom 

Tips:

• Write big and bold. Fill the space
• Make sure everything is spelled correctly
• Write using bold, dark colors. 
• Color and decorate using light colors, or light shading
• Be aware of the time and work diligently
• Try to not copy the definition from the dictionary. Try to fully understand the definition and put it in your own words if you can
• Be sure you include the part of speech (Noun, verb, adjective, or adverb)
• You might want to complete the model in pencil first, then go over your work in pen, markers, or colored pencil.

Examples

Have a great day!

Day 31: 10/21/26 - Chapter 21 & Frayer Models

Homeroom:

I hope you are all having a wonderful day.

Do Now:

1. Get all your materials for Reading and Block 1
2. Eat your breakfast
3. Sharpen pencils

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Reading Block:

Agenda:

1. Review - Refer to the plot notes in ELA notebook

• Summarize what happened in the last chapter?
• What part of the plot was chapter 19 & 20?
• What part of the plot should we be in now in chapter 21?

2. The Reading Guide: 

Your reading guide has 5 sections.

• Setting - Where & when do the events takes place?
• Characters - What do you know about the main characters?
• Plot - What are the important events from the chapter?
• Questions  - Do your best to write 2 questions. Remember you want to ask level 2 & 3 discussion questions. 
• Conflicts - Identify all conflicts within the chapter

3. Read-Aloud Ch 21 Directions: 

Read chapter 21 of Freak the Mighty, complete the Reading Guide, and bring it with you to ELA

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ELA:

Today we will make vocabulary models.
                               
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Pick up a blank Frayer Model

Homework: 

• Finish any past due Quizzes or assignments
• Complete D.O.L. for Wednesday
• Frayer Model (Due Friday)

Activity #1

Frayer (Vocabulary) Models

Frayer models are a fun simple way to learn new vocabulary.

Directions:

• Pick a vocabulary word from the book to create a Frayer vocabulary Model

Frayer Models have 6 sections

1. The word goes in the middle (Big and Bold)
2. Sentence from the text goes in the top left. Include the page number.
• Copy the whole sentence. Properly!
3. The definition of the word goes in the top right. Include the part of speech (Noun, Verb, Adjective, or Adverb)
• Use wordcentral.com
4. Synonyms & examples go in the lower left. Synonyms are words that mean the same thing 
• Use your own knowledge, along with wordcentral.com 
5. Antonyms & Opposites go in the lower right
• Use your own knowledge, along with wordcentral.com
6. An Illustration of your word goes at the very bottom 

Tips:

• Write big and bold. Fill the space
• Make sure everything is spelled correctly
• Write using bold, dark colors. 
• Color and decorate using light colors, or light shading
• Be aware of the time and work diligently
• Try to not copy the definition from the dictionary. Try to fully understand the definition and put it in your own words if you can
• Be sure you include the part of speech (Noun, verb, adjective, or adverb)
• You might want to complete the model in pencil first, then go over your work in pen, markers, or colored pencil.

Examples

Have a great day!

Day 30: 10/20/26 - Chapter 20 & Evaluating Mood

 Homeroom:

I hope you are all having a wonderful day.

Do Now:

1. Get all your materials for Reading and Block 1
2. Eat your breakfast
3. Sharpen pencils

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Reading Block:

Agenda:

1. Review
2. Set up new Reading Guide
3. Read - Aloud Chapter 20 & Complete the New Reading Guide

1. Review

• What do you know about the two main characters?
• What is the setting? When & Where. Include Descriptive details. 
• What are the important plot events? What happened in the last chapter?
• What were the conflicts?

2. The Reading Guide: 

Your reading guide has 5 sections.

• Setting - Where & when do the events takes place?
• Characters - What do you know about the main characters?
• Plot - What are the important events from the chapter?
• Questions  - Do your best to write 2 questions. Remember you want to ask level 2 & 3 discussion questions. 
• Conflicts - Identify all conflicts within the chapter

3. Read-Aloud Ch 20 Directions: 

Read chapter 20 of Freak the Mighty, complete the Reading Guide, and bring it with you to ELA

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ELA:

Today we will complete a quiz for chapters 19 - 20, and we will finish evaluating the mood of chapter 19.
                               
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Take out your Reading guide from chapter 19 & 20
• Take out your classwork about mood

Homework: 

• Finish any past due Quizzes or assignments
• Complete D.O.L. for Tues

Activity #1

Mood & Tone

What is the mood created by watching this video?

Identifying Mood

• Random Groups
• What is the mood, or feeling, of chapter 19
• How does the author use the setting, the characters' actions, or the words to create that mood?

Activity #2

Chapter 19 - 20 Quiz: 10 minutes

1. Log in to your chromebook. 

2. Go to my google classroom

3. Click on the classwork tab

4. Complete the Chapter 19 - 20 quiz independently. You may use your notes & book, but keep your answers private, and the room should remain silent.

When everyone is done we will go over the reading guide.

Activity #3 

Review Chapter 19 & 20

Review

• Who are the 2 main characters?
• What do you know about them?
• How do you know? (What is your evidence?)
• What is the setting? When & Where. Include Descriptive details. 
• What are the important plot events? What happened in these chapters?
• What are the conflicts in this chapter?

Best Question: 

• Meet with your small group
• Take turns sharing the level 2 & 3 questions you wrote
• Discuss your answers to the questions
• Pick 1 question that you think is best
• We will then share those questions with the whole class

Activity 3

Evaluate the Plot of Freak the Mighty

Notes:

• Plot is the sequence of events
• Plot has 6 stages

Random Groups:

1. Record information about the Exposition

2. Identify and describe the Inciting Incident

3. Select 3 events to record on the Rising Action

Day 29: 10/19/26 - Chapter 19 & Into to Mood & Tone

Homeroom:

I hope you are all having a wonderful day.

Do Now:

1. Get all your materials for Reading and Block 1
2. Eat your breakfast
3. Sharpen pencils

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Reading Block:

Agenda:

1. Review
2. Set up new Reading Guide
3. Read - Aloud Chapter 19 & Complete the New Reading Guide

1. Review

• What do you know about the 2 main characters?
• What is the setting? When & Where. Include Descriptive details. 
• What are the important plot events? What happened in the last chapter?
• What were the conflicts?

2. The Reading Guide: 

Your reading guide has 5 sections.

• Setting - Where & when do the events takes place?
• Characters - What do you know about the main characters?
• Plot - What are the important events from the chapter?
• Questions  - Do your best to write 2 questions. Remember you want to ask level 2 & 3 discussion questions. 
• Conflicts - Identify all conflicts within the chapter

3. Read-Aloud Ch 19 Directions: 

Read chapter 19 of Freak the Mighty, complete the Reading Guide, and bring it with you to ELA

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ELA:

Today we will evaluate the mood of chapter 19.
                               
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Bring me your grade report
• Hand in your D.O.L.
• Pick up a new D.O.L.

Homework: 

• Finish any past due Quizzes or assignments
• Complete D.O.L. for Monday

Activity #1

Review the new D.O.L.

Activity #2

Mood & Tone

What is the mood created by watching this video?

Identifying Mood

• Random Groups
• What is the mood, or feeling, of chapter 19
• How does the author use the setting, the characters' actions, or the words to create that mood?

Day 28: 10/16/26 - Chapter 18 & Organizing the Plot

 Homeroom:

I hope you are all having a wonderful day.

Do Now:

1. Get all your materials for Reading and Block 1
2. Eat your breakfast
3. Sharpen pencils

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Reading Block:

Agenda:

1. Review
2. Set up new Reading Guide
3. Read - Aloud Chapter 18 & Complete the New Reading Guide

1. Review

• Who are the 2 main characters?
• What do you know about them?
• How do you know? (What is your evidence?)
• What is the setting? When & Where. Include Descriptive details. 
• What are the important plot events? What happened in the last chapter?
• What were the conflicts?

2. The Reading Guide: 

Your reading guide has 5 sections.

• Setting - Where & when do the events takes place?
• Characters - What do you know about the main characters?
• Plot - What are the important events from the chapter?
• Questions  - Do your best to write 2 questions. Remember you want to ask level 2 & 3 discussion questions. 
• Conflicts - Identify all conflicts within the chapter

3. Read-Aloud Ch 18 Directions: 

Read chapter 18 of Freak the Mighty, complete the Reading Guide, and bring it with you to ELA

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ELA:

Today we will complete a quiz for chapters 17 - 18, and we will organize and evaluate a variety of plot events.
                               
Do Now:

• Write tonight's homework in your agenda
• Take out your Reading guide from chapter 17 & 18
• Open your computer & go to my Google classroom and start your quiz

Homework: 

• Finish any past due Quizzes or assignments
• Complete D.O.L. for Friday
• Get grade report signed and return it on Monday

Activity #1

Chapter 17 - 18 Quiz: 10 minutes

1. Log in to your chromebook. 

2. Go to my google classroom

3. Click on the classwork tab

4. Complete the Chapter 17 - 18 quiz independently. You may use your notes & book, but keep your answers private, and the room should remain silent.

When everyone is done we will go over the reading guide.

Activity #2 

Review Chapter 17 & 18

Review

• Who are the 2 main characters?
• What do you know about them?
• How do you know? (What is your evidence?)
• What is the setting? When & Where. Include Descriptive details. 
• What are the important plot events? What happened in these chapters?
• What are the conflicts in this chapter?

Best Question: 

• Meet with your small group
• Take turns sharing the level 2 & 3 questions you wrote
• Discuss your answers to the questions
• Pick 1 question that you think is best
• We will then share those questions with the whole class

Activity 3

Organize and Evaluate the Plot of 

Freak the Mighty

Directions:

• Each of you will be given a different plot event.
• Your job is to organize yourselves in order starting with the beginning of the book
• Some of you will have events that are in the exposition
• One of you will have the inciting incident
• Many of you will have events from the rising action
• A few of you will have events that from the climax
• We have not read the falling action, or the resolution yet

Notes:

• Plot is the sequence of events
• Plot has 6 stages

Activity #4

Analyzing Plot

Random Groups:

1. Record information about the Exposition

2. Identify and describe the Inciting Incident

3. Select 3 events to record on the Rising Action