Day 38: 10/31/16 - C Day: Happy Halloween - Finish Frayer Models & Ch 23 - 25 Discussion

Happy Halloween 6th Graders,      

          Today we will go to an assembly and celebrate Halloween. Be sure to stay in control of yourself and behave in a responsible manner. During ELA we will finish our Frayer models and discuss the ending to Freak the Mighty. Please make sure you have:

• Freak the Mighty
• ELA Folder & Notebook
• Red Folder & Agenda

                        Thank you

                       Mr. Trumble
Schedule:
8:45 - 9:45  Assembly
9:45 - 10:04    Block 1
10:06 - 10:28  Block 2
10:30 - 10:54  Block 3
10:56 - 11:20  Block 4
11:20 - 11:45  Specials
11:45 - 12:15  Lunch (In the Classroom with a movie)
12:15 - 1:30  Movie/Halloween Snacks & Treats
1:30 - 3:00  The Monster Mash Dash Performance

Activity #1

Vocabulary Development - Frayer Models

• RL6.4 Determine the meaning of words as they are used in context 
• SL6.4 Present findings using pertinent descriptions, using appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation 

Expectation:

You will stand up in front of the class and TEACH your vocabulary word to the rest of the students. You will be evaluated in the Standard RL6.4 & SL6.4 on a scale from 1-4.
1 - Does not meet grade level standards
2 - Progressing toward meeting grade level standards
3 - Meets grade level standards
4 - Excels at grade level standards

You must include:

1. the vocabulary word
2. the sentence from the text
3. the definition (including the part of speech)
4. synonyms & examples
5. antonyms & opposites
6. an explanation of your illustration
7. Finish by getting 2 students in the audience to use the vocabulary word correctly in an original sentence.

Activity #2
Small Group Discussion ch 23 -25: 

• ***RL6.1 Making Inferences and supporting your analysis with evidence
• SL6.1 Engaging Effectively in Collaborative Discussions

Directions:

• Use your Cornell Notes to discuss ch. 23 -25
• Share the inferences you made while reading. 
• Discuss the evidence you used to make your inference.
• Then discuss the Key Questions 
• Take turns asking your group the questions you wrote

What do you expect from your group members during the discussion? (See the 4 c's of 21st century skills)

Key Questions:

Ch 23: The Empty Book
1. On the bottom of page 149 Kevin tells Max that he is not coming home in his present manifestation. What does this mean? Make a prediction.
2. Infer who should be more scared of the "Operation" Max or Kevin? Explain your thinking.
3. What kind of pain is Gwen in?
Ch 24: The Return of Kicker

1. How does Max react to Kevin's death? What are the specific details?
2. Do you think what happened to Kevin is fair? Explain your thinking.

3. What's going to happen to Freak the Mighty?

4. How has Max changed?

Synthesis: Debate - What should the author have done with Kevin's character at the end of the story?

Homework:

No Homework - Enjoy your Halloween Night and bring me lots of candy!!!

RTI/AIS - C Day 10/31/16

There will be no RTI/AIS today due to the holiday celebration

Step 1 - Choose a new partner & a new article.

Step 2 - Read through your article to get a basic understanding of what the article is about. Take turns reading. You may alternate paragraphs, or alternate sections.

Step 3 - Reread the article a 2nd time and write your inferences in the margin after each paragraph or two. You may write the same inference, or you can write different inferences. 

Step 4 - Underling the evidence from the text that supports your inference.

*** I will come around to each group during the last 10 minutes and ask:

1. What is your article about?

2. What is an inferences you made?

3. What evidence led you to make that inference?

• Next time we meet we will work on looking at the small inferences we made for each section, and see how they come together so we can make a big global inference regarding the article.

Day 37: 10/28/16 - B Day: Final Exam, Discussion on Ch 23 - 25, & Frayer Model Presentations

Good Day 6th Graders,      

          Today we will take a test on the novel and discuss the ending. We will also present our Frayer Models. Please make sure you have:

• Freak the Mighty
• ELA Folder & Notebook
• Red Folder & Agenda

                        Thank you

                       Mr. Trumble

Activity #1

Final Exam on Freak the Mighty

• RL6.2 Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details, distinct from your personal opinions or judgements

Format of the Quiz:

Questions 1- 40 Multiple choice
Your grade will be a fraction (___/40)
Each question is worth 2.5 points, and your fractional score will be converted to a percent (%) grade 

You will be evaluated on the RL6.2 using the 4 point scale
1 - Does not meet grade level standards
2 - Progressing toward meeting grade level standards
3 - Meets grade level standards
4 - Excels at grade level standards

Activity #2

Vocabulary Development - Frayer Models

• RL6.4 Determine the meaning of words as they are used in context 
• SL6.4 Present findings using pertinent descriptions, using appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation 

Expectation:

You will stand up in front of the class and TEACH your vocabulary word to the rest of the students. You will be evaluated in the Standard RL6.4 & SL6.4 on a scale from 1-4.
1 - Does not meet grade level standards
2 - Progressing toward meeting grade level standards
3 - Meets grade level standards
4 - Excels at grade level standards

You must include:

1. the vocabulary word
2. the sentence from the text
3. the definition (including the part of speech)
4. synonyms & examples
5. antonyms & opposites
6. an explanation of your illustration
7. Finish by getting 2 students in the audience to use the vocabulary word correctly in an original sentence.

Activity #3
Small Group Discussion ch 23 -25: 

• ***RL6.1 Making Inferences and supporting your analysis with evidence
• SL6.1 Engaging Effectively in Collaborative Discussions

Directions:

• Use your Cornell Notes to discuss ch. 23 -25
• Share the inferences you made while reading. 
• Discuss the evidence you used to make your inference.
• Then discuss the Key Questions 
• Take turns asking your group the questions you wrote

What do you expect from your group members during the discussion? (See the 4 c's of 21st century skills)

Key Questions:

Ch 23: The Empty Book
1. On the bottom of page 149 Kevin tells Max that he is not coming home in his present manifestation. What does this mean? Make a prediction.
2. Infer who should be more scared of the "Operation" Max or Kevin? Explain your thinking.
3. What kind of pain is Gwen in?
Ch 24: The Return of Kicker

1. How does Max react to Kevin's death? What are the specific details?
2. Do you think what happened to Kevin is fair? Explain your thinking.

3. What's going to happen to Freak the Mighty?

4. How has Max changed?

Synthesis: Debate - What should the author have done with Kevin's character at the end of the story?

Homework:

No Homework - Enjoy your weekend and get ready for Halloween

RTI - B Day 10/28/16

Step 1 - Choose a new partner & a new article.

Step 2 - Read through your article to get a basic understanding of what the article is about. Take turns reading. You may alternate paragraphs, or alternate sections.

Step 3 - Reread the article a 2nd time and write your inferences in the margin after each paragraph or two. You may write the same inference, or you can write different inferences. 

Step 4 - Underling the evidence from the text that supports your inference.

*** I will come around to each group during the last 10 minutes and ask:

1. What is your article about?

2. What is an inferences you made?

3. What evidence led you to make that inference?

• Next time we meet we will work on looking at the small inferences we made for each section, and see how they come together so we can make a big global inference regarding the article.

Day 36: 10/27/16 - A Day: STAR #2, Finish Written Responses & OpenEd

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will be going to the computer lab to take our 2nd STAR assessment. It is our goal to improve a little each time. Please make sure you have:

• Freak the mighty novel
• ELA Folder & Notebook
• Red Folder & Agenda

                        Thank you

                       Mr. Trumble

Activity #1

STAR Reading Assessment

Login Ex:

Username: rtrumble (Some of you have the number 2 after your name)

Password: 06101974RT

                               (Month, day, birth year, initials)

Tips

• Read carefully
• Take your time
• Read ALL answers before choosing one
• Use process of elimination

Activity #2

Finish Written Response

• RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking
• SL6.1 Engage Effectively in a range of collaborative discussions
• W6.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence
• W6.6 - Use technology to publish writing & collaborate with others & demonstrate a command of keyboarding skills

1. Log on to kidblog and create a post answering the writing prompt below.

Writing Prompt (Make an Inference)

• On Page 134 Who is the Hero? Are both Max and Kevin Heroes? What's your evidence?
• Write a 1 paragraph response answering the question.

Include:

• Introduction (A sentence about heroes/Your thoughts or opinion)
• Claim (Your Inference - The Bold statement answering the question directly)
• Evidence (details and quotes from the text to support your thinking - should be several sentences)
• Reflect (Your own thoughts about Max/Kevin/heroes)

When you finish please read other student's responses and collaborate about their blog entries. Base your responses on the criteria I outlined for your entries. How would you rate other peoples posts. Give them a score based on a scale of 1 - 4 and provide your reasoning. See my responses to Aiden, Charlie, Emma B,  and Tim as an example of how to collaborate.

1 - Does not meet grade level expectations

2 - progressing toward meeting grade level standards

3 - Meets grade level standards

4 - excels at grade level standards

Homework - Due Friday 10/28
*****Don't Forget*****

• RL6.1 Making Inferences and supporting your analysis with evidence
• RL6.3 Describe how the plot unfolds in a series of events

Read Chapter 23 - 25. Complete Cornell notes. Include:

• 6 - 8 annotations
• 3 - 4 questions using DOK Stems (Depth of Knowledge)
• Include a level 1, 2, & 3 Question
• and a summary

Essential Question: What inferences can you make about the end of the novel, Freak the Mighty?

Day 35: 10/26/16 - E Day: Writing Workshop Session #4 - Picking a Seed Idea & Writing a Good Lead

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will continue Writing Workshop - Session #4. Please make sure you have:

• Independent Reading Book
• ELA Folder & Notebook
• Red Folder & Agenda

                        Thank you

                       Mr. Trumble
P2P: Take out your 3rd journal entry and reread it to yourself.

Part I

First:
Share your Journal Entry from session #3 (first or last time) in a small group with 2 other writing partners

• What do you notice about your entries?
• How did the writing make you feel?
• What was good about your entries?
• How has your writing improved since your 1st entry?
• What do you still ned to work on?

Part II

Writers, today is an exciting day! Today instead of generating new personal narratives, you will need to look over your collection of stories and choose just one.  

Writers often call that a...

Seed Idea

...meaning you will nourish and grow that seed idea into a published piece of writing.  

It can be daunting to wrap you mind around all you have written and choose just 1.  

This is the time when you have to really pay attention to the little voice as you reread. Find the one that whispers to you that there is just something about this story, that this story idea has the potential to become a really important piece of writing.  Try to fine one that has strong meaning to you. Remember, that does NOT mean that the personal narrative is already an incredible piece of writing.  It might just be an idea that you think you can develop into a powerful and meaningful story.  

Reread the 3 - 5 entries you have written and start to notice which stories could be your seed idea.  

Writers, please take  a paper clip and mark your seed idea.

Congratulations, writers, and welcome to your seed idea.

Part III

Today I want to teach you that writers also prepare

 to write powerful narratives by trying  out several different leads.  

Writers, you know how much the first sentences, or paragraphs of a story, matter.  We call this the lead. The 1st bit of text on a page has a BIG job of grabbing the reader's attention, making the reader want to put everything else aside so he can just  read, read, read.  

Authors try out different leads, looking for the one that will set them up to write a great story.  

LEADS

The 1st way to write a strong lead is by zooming in on those tiny details that actually caught your attention at the time. The smallest details, or precise character actions can bring your reader into the moment and make them want to read the rest of your story. 

A 2nd way of writing a strong lead is by showing inner thinking, or using exact dialogue right at the start of the story. Inner thinking and dialogue can pull a reader into the author's world and make them curious.  It makes them want to keep reading!

Why?

Inner thinking and dialogue allows the author to drop some hints about what their story might really be about. 

  

Notes:

10/26  Strategies for Writing a Strong Lead

• Use dialogue
• Show Inner thinking
• Write the smallest details of the moment
• Describe precise character actions

Writers, I want you to think about the lead to your story, and try a few different leads:

Examples of Leads

Action: Now you go try to write a few different leads to your story. Think... what is my story really about.

Share: (***If Time***) Partners read your best lead  in your best storytelling voice.  Listen for how the writer grabs you and makes you want to hear the rest of the story.  

Homework:
Choose the lead that you think would be best for setting you up to tell your story really, really well.  Does that mean you will need to write a couple more leads, to have more leads to choose from? Maybe you will.  

Day 34: 10/25/16 - D Day: Learning Stations: Making Inferences & Written Response: Who is the Hero?

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will continue Learning Stations. Please make sure you have:

• Independent Reading Book
• Freak the Mighty
• ELA Folder & Notebook
• Red Folder & Agenda
• Colored Pencils

                        Thank you

                       Mr. Trumble
P2P: Trivia Tuesday - Please pick up a trivia card and take turns asking and answering questions with the people at your table.

Learning Station Groups

Station #1

Independent Reading

• Standard RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking

In your ELA Notebook, work on adding inferences to your T-chart. While you read write your inferences about your story. Support your inference with evidence from the text.

Station #2

Technology

• SL6.1 Engage Effectively in a range of collaborative discussions
• Standard W6.6 - Use technology to publish writing & collaborate with others & demonstrate a command of keyboarding skills

1. Log on to kidblog and create a post answering the writing prompt below.

Writing Prompt (Make an Inference)

• On Page 134 Who is the Hero? Are both Max and Kevin Heroes? What's your evidence?
• Write a 1 paragraph response answering the question.

Include:

• Introduction (A sentence about heroes/Your thoughts or opinion)
• Claim (Your Inference - The Bold statement answering the question directly)
• Evidence (details and quotes from the text to support your thinking - should be several sentences)
• Reflect (Your own thoughts about Max/Kevin/heroes)

Station #3

Word Work

• Standard RL6.4 - Determine the meaning of unfamiliar words and phrases

Choose a new word from the novel. Be sure you find the word int he text and mark it with a sticky note!

Then use the Frayer Model to create a visual display of the vocabulary word on a piece of plain white paper.

When you finish please place your Frayer Model into the Red bin for your block. 

***Illustration Goes Here***

Station #4

Writing Workshop

• Standard W6.3 Write Narratives using effective technique, relative descriptive details, and a well structured sequence

Quick Write:

Practice writing an entry using the strategies we have worked on in the first 3 writing workshop sessions. For today's entry I want to you try to write about a 'first' time, or 'last' time moment. You may write one entry that is at least one page long, or you may write multiple entries if you are struggling to write one long entry. The goal is to have several narrative entries to pick from when we go to develop a full length narrative writing piece.

Remember to:

1. Write in detail (do not summarize a stretch of time)

2. Help Readers picture the episode - a small action and exact dialogue.

Homework -
1. Finish Frayer Models - Due Wednesday 10/26

2. Read Chapter 23 - 25. Complete Cornell notes. 

• RL6.1 Making Inferences and supporting your analysis with evidence
• RL6.3 Describe how the plot unfolds in a series of events

Include:

• 6 - 8 annotations
• 3 - 4 questions using DOK Stems (Depth of Knowledge)
• Include a level 1, 2, & 3 Question
• and a summary

Essential Question: What inferences can you make about the end of Freak the Mighty?

Day 33: 10/24/16 - C day: Quiz on Ch 16 - 20, & Jigsaw Discussion on Ch 21 & 22

Good Day 6th Graders,      

          Today we will take a quiz on chapters 16 - 20 and discuss chapters 21 & 22. Please make sure you have:

• Freak the Mighty
• ELA Folder & Notebook
• Red Folder & Agenda

                        Thank you

                       Mr. Trumble
Announcement: Newspaper team - Please meet at lunch today.

Activity #1

Quiz on Chapters 16 - 20

• RL6.2 Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details, distinct from your personal opinions or judgements

Format of the Quiz:

Questions 1- 5 Multiple choice ( 1 point each)
Questions 6 - 11 Fill in the blank (Characters - 1 Point each)
Questions 12 - 14 Short answer (Use Complete sentences & details from the story - 2 points each)
You will be evaluated on the Standard RL6.2. Your score will be a fraction (_____/ 17), which will be translated to a percent and a score on a scale from 1-4.
1 - 8 = 1: Does not meet grade level standards
9 - 13 = 2: Progressing toward meeting grade level standards
14 - 16 = 3: Meets grade level standards
17/17 = 4: Excels at grade level standards 

Activity #2

Jigsaw Discussion ch 21 & 22: 

Small Group

• ***RL6.1 Making Inferences and supporting your analysis with evidence
• SL6.1 Engaging Effectively in Collaborative Discussions

Directions:

• Use your Cornell Notes to discuss ch. 21 & 22
• Share the inferences you made while reading. 
• Discuss the evidence you used to make your inference.
• Then discuss the Key Questions 
• Take turns asking your group the questions you wrote

What do you expect from your group members during the discussion? (See the 4 c's of 21st century skills)

Key Questions:
What inferences did you make in chapter 19 & 20? 
What evidence did you use to support your thinking?

1. Gram says, “Do not judge a book by its cover.” What does this phrase mean?

2. One theme we see in this chapter is appearances versus reality, the idea that things are not always what they seem to be at first glance. We see this in people, places and events. 

Did Max and Kevin judge Lorretta and Iggy Lee wrong? How so?

3. In what ways are Max and Kevin a team?

4. Analyze the statement: You don't need a time machine if you know how to remember. (What does Kevin mean?)

5. Based on the authors description of the technology how can you tell that this book is published in 1993 and not 2015?

Exit Ticket:

One theme we see in this chapter is about appearances versus reality, the idea that people are not always what they seem to be at first glance. Gram says, “Do not judge a book by its cover.” Make in inference about what this phrase means? Did Max and Kevin judge Iggy and Loretta Lee wrong? Use at least two pieces of evidence to support your thinking? 
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Homework - Due Friday 10/28

• RL6.1 Making Inferences and supporting your analysis with evidence
• RL6.3 Describe how the plot unfolds in a series of events

Read Chapter 23 - 25. Complete Cornell notes. Include:

• 6 - 8 annotations
• 3 - 4 questions using DOK Stems (Depth of Knowledge)
• Include a level 1, 2, & 3 Question
• and a summary

Essential Question: What inferences can you make about the end of the novel, Freak the Mighty?

Day 32: 10/21/16 - B Day: Learning Stations

Good Day 6th Graders,

          Today we will continue Learning Stations. Please make sure you have:

• Independent Reading Book
• Freak the Mighty
• ELA Folder & Notebook
• Red Folder & Agenda
• Colored Pencils

                        Thank you

                       Mr. Trumble

Before Stations: If you did not Teach your Vocabulary word to the class yesterday, you will need to do so today!!

Learning Station Groups

Station #1

Independent Reading

• Standard RL6.1 - Making Inferences and using evidence to support your thinking
• Standard RL6.2 - Provide a summary of a text 

In your ELA Notebook, make a T-chart like the one below. While you read make inferences about your story. Support your inference with evidence from the text.

Station #2

Technology

• SL6.1 Engage Effectively in a range of collaborative discussions
• Standard RL6.2 - Provide a summary of a text
• Standard W6.6 - Use technology to publish writing & collaborate with others & demonstrate a command of keyboarding skills

1. Log on to kidblog and create a post answering the writing prompt below.

Writing Prompt (Make an Inference)

• On Page 134 Who is the Hero? Are both Max and Kevin Heroes? What's your evidence?
• Write a 1 paragraph response answering the question.

Include:

• Introduction (A sentence about heroes/Your thoughts or opinion)
• Claim (Your Inference - The Bold statement answering the question directly)
• Evidence (details and quotes from the text to support your thinking - should be several sentences)
• Reflect (Your own thoughts about Max/Kevin/heroes)

Station #3

Word Work

• Standard RL6.4 - Determine the meaning of unfamiliar words and phrases

Choose a new word from the novel. Be sure you find the word int he text and mark it with a sticky note!

Then use the Frayer Model to create a visual display of the vocabulary word on a piece of plain white paper.

When you finish please place your Frayer Model into the Red bin for your block. 

***Illustration Goes Here***

Station #4

Writing Workshop

• Standard W6.3 Write Narratives using effective technique, relative descriptive details, and a well structured sequence

Quick Write:

Practice writing an entry using the strategies we have worked on in the first 3 writing workshop sessions. For today's entry I want to you try to write about a 'first' time, or 'last' time moment. You may write one entry that is at least one page long, or you may write multiple entries if you are struggling to write one long entry. The goal is to have several narrative entries to pick from when we go to develop a full length narrative writing piece.

Remember to:

1. Write in detail (do not summarize a stretch of time)

2. Help Readers picture the episode - a small action and exact dialogue.

Homework -
1. Finish Frayer Models

2. Read Chapter 21 & 22. Complete Cornell notes. 

• RL6.1 Making Inferences and supporting your analysis with evidence
• RL6.3 Describe how the plot unfolds in a series of events

Include:

• 6 - 8 annotations
• 3 - 4 questions using DOK Stems (Depth of Knowledge)
• Include a level 1, 2, & 3 Question
• and a summary

Essential Question: What inferences can you make about the text in chapter 21 & 22?