Day #62 - 12/10/15 - Unit 2: Stations - Using Depth of Knowledge Stems & Cornell Notes to align two texts

Good Morning Sixth Graders,

          I hope you are all having a very good morning. Today is a B day. We will go to Art. 
Please...

• Sharpen your pencils
• Order your lunch
• Check your mailbox
• Eat your breakfast

                                     Thank you

                                     Mr. Trumble

Point to Ponder: Please get your reading Folder, and then work on the Two rivers activity that is on the black stool.

Learning Stations

#1 Guided Reading (We do)

Using Cornell Notes to align the main character from your guided reading book with the hero's journey.

• Objective = Aligning Two Texts
• Write an essential question
• Use the depth of knowledge stems to write a level 1, 2, & 3 question before reading.
• Write  notes while reading about main events and big ideas.
• Focus on events that will help you answer the essential question.

#2 Independent Reading (You do)

• Read: Finish reading the assigned pages 
• Build Vocabulary: Add words from your Guided Reading book to your list of vocabulary words

#3 Word Work (You do)

• Work on Mapping the Fertile Crescent Activity. 
• Go to the SS Blog to see the directions.

• If you finish, Work on Frayer Models in your Reading Response notebooks for vocabulary words from your guided reading book.

#4 Work on Writing (You do)

• Write a summary for today's reading from your guided reading book. Focus on aligning two texts. Use evidence and details from both texts.

#5 Computer - Open Ed

• Step 1: Under the LINKS tab, click on the open ed link
• Step 2: Choose one of the activities to try or one of the videos to watch. 
• Step 3: Be sure you complete each assignment to the best of your ability.

Homework: Use your cornell notes to write a summary for todays reading from your Guided Reading Book. Be sure you focus on aligning your book with the hero's journey. Use evidence from both texts!!!