Day #126 - 4/4/16 - Unit 4: Research of Environmental Issues and Evaluation of Informational texts

Good Morning Sixth Graders,

          Today is an A day so we will go to Gym. We will continue learning about environmental issues, and you will also finish your wedding plan proposals for the ancient Greek wedding you are planning for your client. 

Please...

• Order your lunch
• Sharpen your pencils
• Make sure you have all materials

                                     Thank you

                                     Mr. Trumble

P2P: Add to your list of ways that man interacts with nature. 
What are some of the possible topics you might be interested in researching?

Activity #1
(You do)
Writing Rubrics

9:00 - 9:30

12:30 - 1:00
Key Question: How will my writing be evaluated on the New York State Common Core Test?

The 2 Point Rubric: 
Used on all short answer written responses

The 4 Point Rubric: 

Used on all essay written responses

Activity #2

(We do)

Collaborate about your written responses

9:30 - 10:00

1:00 - 1:30

Directions: 

• Use the 4 point rubric and the accountable talk prompts to discuss your written responses from your Bud, Not Buddy essays. 
• Give feedback to each other about what was good, and what can be improved in each other's writing.
• Rate each other's responses using the 4 point rubric.

Activity #3

(You do)

10:00 - 10:30

1:30 - 2:00

How do humans interact with nature?

Directions: 

Step 1: Use the Cornell Note Taking Structure to write the topic and Key Question

Topic: Humans and nature

Key Question: How do humans interact with nature?

Step 2: Watch the videos and use the Cornell note taking structure to record information about the way humans interact with nature.

Step 3: After watching the videos write down at least 2 - 3 questions you have? (You can use your question stems to help you - they are in your notebook!!!)

Step 4: (We do) Share your notes and questions as a whole group

Homework: Finish your wedding plan proposal and Get a good Night's rest.