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7th Grade Social Studies
Note: Formatting came out odd. Will work on changing this during the week.
Additional note: MEAPs this week and nothing went according to plan.




























Week of 10/9
MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY
OBJECTIVE:


TSWBAT IDENTIFY Africa's major regions and describe their geographic featuresTSWBAT describe Africa's major landforms.
TSWBAT Identify the effects that Africa's rivers have on the land and people.
TSWBAT describe major climate regions of Africa and the factors that influence climate.
TSWBAT identify how humans understand and adapt to their environment.
ASSESSMENT:Graphic organizer checklist on the physical features of Africa, reading check due today.Graphic organizer checklist on the physical features of Africa and reading check section 1.




CLOSING ACTIVITY:



Thumbs up/down
Thumbs up/down
3-2-1
Probative question
Probative question
VOCABULARY:plateau, elevation, escarpment, rift, cataract, transportation barrier, silt, fertile, tributary
cont'd from Monday
irrigate, oasis, savanna, nomad
cont'd from Wed.
subsistence farming, cash crop
STRATEGY:

Q&A, graphic organizergraphic organizer, map
questioning, informational text
informational text, questioning
informational text, questioning
GLCE:




7th Grade ELA











Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension








odunnit? Analyze characters, predict - examine for foreshadowing













MONDAYTUESDAYWEDNESDAYTHURSDAYFRIDAY
OBJECTIVE:


Review quizzes for vocabulary developmentReading comprehensionReading comprehension
ASSESSMENT:






Mystery Story Analysis Sheets (progressive as we work through the story)Mystery Story Analysis Sheets (progressive as we work through the story)


Oral discussion/group discussion

Mystery Story Analysis Sheets (progressive as we work through the story)

Oral discussion/Group discussion		Mystery Story Analysis Sheets (progressive as we work through the story)
Mystery Story Analysis Sheets (progressive as we work through the story).
CLOSING ACTIVITY:



Whodunnit? Analyze charactersWhodunnit? Analyze charactersWhodunnit? Analyze charactersWhodunnit? Analyze characters
Wh
VOCABULARY:See last weeks list.Victim, plot, red herring (distraction)
Author’s purpose		Skim, scan, chunking, context cluesSee mystery dictionary sheet
See mystery dictionary sheet
STRATEGY:

Group readingGroup readGroup read
Group read
Group read
GLCE:

RL.6.5
  • RI.6.4
  • W.6.2
  • SL.6.4
  • L.6.5

    • RL.6.5
    • RI.6.4
    • W.6.2
    • SL.6.4
    • L.6.5

    • RL.6.5:
    • .
      RI.6.4:
    • W.6.2:
    • SL.6.4:
    • L.6.5:

    • RL.6.5:
    • RI.6.4:
    • W.6.2:
    • SL.6.4:
    • L.6.5:

    • RL.6.5:
    • RI.6.4:
    • W.6.2:
    • SL.6.4:
    • L.6.5:

    Enrichment: Vocabulary and Fluency









    EnrichmentMONDAY
    		TUESDAY
    		WEDNESDAY
    		THURSDAY
    		FRIDAY
    OBJECTIVE:


    TSWBAT read with inflection and fluency
  • TSWBAT use new vocabulary
    • ASSESSMENT:



    • Vocabulary builders
    • The Neverending Story from READ Magazine
    CLOSING ACTIVITY:




    • Share one section from The Neverending Story fluently.
    VOCABULARY:




    As developed from the play and vocab builder.
    STRATEGY:


    Read aloud, Verbal ling, spatial, bodily kinesthetic, open discussion, learning partners.
    GLCE:


    • RL.6.5: Analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the theme, setting, or plot.
    • RI.6.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.
    • W.6.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.
    • SL.6.4: Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.
    • L.6.5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

    World History

    Purpose

    Monday: The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) assimilate informational text. TSWBAT know the defining characteristics of the disciplines of history and geography.
    HSCE: 4.3.4
    4.3.5, Pl.I

    Tuesday: The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details.
    HSCE: 4.3.4
    4.3.5, Pl.I

    Wednesday: The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details.
    HSCE: 4.3.4
    4.3.5, Pl.I

    Thursday: The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details.
    HSCE: 4.3.4
    4.3.5, Pl.I

    Friday: The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details.
    HSCE: 4.3.4
    4.3.5, Pl.I

    Work Due:

    Monday: Notes not finished in class should be finished for Tuesday.

    Tuesday:

    Wednesday: Reading Check 7.1

    Thursday: Reading Check 7.2

    Friday: Reading Check 7.3

    Instruction:

    Monday:
    1. Intro: Probative Question
    2. Strategy: Cornell Notes
    3. Closing: Q&A

    Tuesday:
    1. Intro: Probative Question
    2. Strategy: Cornell Notes, guided reading & discussion.
    3. Closing: Q&A

    Wednesday:
    1. Intro: Probative Question
    2. Strategy: Cornell Notes & discussion
    3. Closing: Q&A

    Thursday:
    1. Intro: Probative Question
    2. Strategy: Cornell Notes & discussion.
    3. Closing: Q&A

    Friday:
    1. Intro: Probative Question
    2. Strategy: Cornell Notes & discussion.
    3. Closing: Q&A

    U.S. History

    Purpose

    Monday: The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) assimilate informational text. TSWBAT know the defining characteristics of the disciplines of history and geography & use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details.
    K1.1, K1.2, P1.1     ,1.2, I,1.1 ; I,1.3, I,1.1 ; I,1.3
    VI,3.1

    Tuesday:     The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) assimilate informational text. TSWBAT know the defining characteristics of the disciplines of history and geography & use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details. K1.1, K1.2, P1.1,    I,1.1 ; I,1.3, I,1.1 ; I,1.3
    VI,3.1

    Wednesday:     The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) assimilate informational text. TSWBAT know the defining characteristics of the disciplines of history and geography & use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details. K1.1, K1.2, P1.1,     I,1.1 ; I,1.3, I,1.1 ; I,1.3
    VI,3.1

    Thursday:     The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) assimilate informational text. TSWBAT know the defining characteristics of the disciplines of history and geography & use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details. K1.1, K1.2, P1.1,     I,1.1 ; I,1.3, I,1.1 ; I,1.3
    VI,3.1

    Friday:     The student will be able to (i.e. TSWBAT) assimilate informational text. TSWBAT know the defining characteristics of the disciplines of history and geography & use close and critical reading strategies to read and analyze complex texts pertaining to social science; attend to
    nuance, make connections to prior knowledge, draw inferences, and determine main idea and supporting details. K1.1, K1.2, P1.1,     I,1.1 ; I,1.3, I,1.1 ; I,1.3
    VI,3.1

    Work Due:

    Monday: none

    Tuesday: Notes 7.1

    Wednesday: Notes 7.2, Reading Check 7.1

    Thursday: Notes 7.3, Reading check 7.2

    Friday: Reading Check 7.3
    Instruction:

    Monday:
    1. Intro: probative question
    2. Strategy: Cornell notes and informational text.
    3. Closing: 3-2-1

    Tuesday:
    1. Intro: probative question
    2. Strategy: Cornell notes and informational text w/visual presentation.
    3. Closing: 3-2-1

    Wednesday:
    1. Intro: probative question
    2. Strategy: Cornell notes and informational text w/visual presentation.
    3. Closing: 3-2-1

    Thursday:
    1. Intro: probative question
    2. Strategy: Cornell notes and informational text w/visual presentation.
    3. Closing: 3-2-1

    Friday:
    1. Intro: probative question
    2. Strategy: Cornell notes and informational text w/visual presentation.
    3. Closing: 3-2-1

    Senior English

    Purpose

    Monday: The student will analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them.
    RL.9-10.4, RI.9-10.3

    Tuesday: The student will analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them. SL.9-10.3: Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.
    RL.9-10.4, RI.9-10.3

    Wednesday: The student will analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them.
    RL.9-10.4, RI.9-10.3

    Thursday: The student will analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them. SL.9-10.3: Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric, identifying any fallacious reasoning or exaggerated or distorted evidence.
    RL.9-10.4, RI.9-10.3

    Friday: The student will analyze how the author unfolds an analysis or series of ideas or events, including the order in which the points are made, how they are introduced and developed, and the connections that are drawn between them.
    RL.9-10.4, RI.9-10.3
    Work Due:

    Monday: College Application Essay Final draft.

    Tuesday: Group work on questions.

    Wednesday: LinkedIn sign up and connect with others in class.

    Thursday: Group presentation of questions.

    Friday: Wrap up group presentation of questions and if finished, Chapter 2 reading.
    Instruction:

    Monday: Lab time for printing and revising College Application Essay.

    Tuesday:
    1. Intro: probative question.
    2. Strategy: Chapter 1 essential questions activity.
    3. Closing: oral feedback.

    Wednesday:
    1. Intro: probative question.
    2. Strategy: Lab work.
    3. Closing: Visual manifestation of connections made.

    Thursday:
    1. Intro: probative question.
    2. Strategy: Collaborative work
    3. Closing: 3-2-1

    Friday:
    1. Intro: probative question based on previous 3-2-1
    2. Strategy: presentation of Thurs. work.
    3. Closing: 3-2-1.