This week we complete Peak, and move on to nouns in Grammar. As you review the literary elements, think about what the ideas in Peak have to do with the world beyond our classroom. Conflict occurs in real life, not just in books.
IN CLASS
Day 1: Review literary elements and characterization from Peak
Begin learning Unit 11 words and roots, clarification of words from Unit 10
Day 2: Big-picture understanding of conflict in life
Easy Grammar - Nouns pp. 115-119
Day 3: Peak Test - open note, open book
Make sure you complete your note-taking sheets and BRING THEM WITH YOU!
No Day 4 - Enjoy your second Winter Break!
HOMEWORK
Day 1: Complete Easy Grammar pages 111-114
Vocab/Roots sentences for Unit 11 will be due 2/18.
Make sure your Peak notes are completed, and that you have identified any questions you want to ask in class on Day 2.
Day 2: Prepare for the Peak Test by reviewing your notes and making sure you understand the literary elements.
Day 3: Easy Grammar pages 120-124.
