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China in the 21st Century Narrative Writing-tells a story about an event. It is told in sequential order using signal words. Signal words are:first, then, next, and last.

Monday October 25 pages 46-47
 * Identify elements of the topic sentence, detail sentences, and concluding sentence in a narrative paragraph
 * identify the form, audience, and purpose fro writing
 * Brainstorm ideas for writing using a graphic organizer
 * Make flash cards for vocabulary words

Tuesday October 26 pages 48-49
 * Consider precise word choices to respond to a writing prompt
 * Write a first draft of a narrative paragraph
 * Use a scoring guide/rubric to assess writing and share feedback
 * revise writing based on self and peer assessment

Wednesday October 27 pages 50-51
 * identify and correct sentence fragments
 * identify and correctly use capitals
 * edit a draff to correct specific spelling, grammar, and usage errors

Thursday October 28 1/2 day pages 50-51 Half day schedule: 7:40 – 8:30 Period 3 8:35 – 9:20 Period 1 9:25 – 10:10 Period 2 10: 15 – 11: 00 Period 4
 * Identify and correct sentence fragments,
 * identify and correct capitals,
 * edit draft to correct specific spelling, grammar, and usage errors.
 * extra credit option: take home a crossword puzzle today and return it on Friday. Earn 30 extra credits. It must be returned at the beginning of class on Friday.

Friday October 29 1/2 day pages 52-53
 * Analyze search engine results
 * Evaluate online sources of information
 * Read to find out about the career of a translator
 * Explore careers in Education and training