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Last Month of School Outline
5/22/13   
1.	Book C Review
2.	Chapter 5, Section 1
5/23/13  - Mann Up to the Mustang Way
5/28/13- Learning Strategies Lexile Testing
1.	 Knots in my Yo Yo String
2.	Chapter 5, Sections 2-3
3.	Learning Strategies- Lexile Testing
5/29/13
1.	 Knots in my Yo Yo String
2.	Chapter 5, Section 4- Begin Packet
5/30/13- 6th Grade  Field Trip
6/3/13
1.	 Knots in my Yo Yo String
2.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 5 Packet
6/4/13
1.	Knots in my Yo Yo String 
2.	Chapter 5 Test
6/5/13
1.	 Knots in my Yo Yo String
2.	Chapter 10, Sections 1-3
6/6/13
1.	Knots in my Yo Yo String
2.	Chapter 10 Packet
6/7/13
1.	 Knots in my Yo Yo String
2.	Go over/Study: Chapter 10 Packet
6/10/13 – Reading Maps Testing
6/11/13
1.	 Knots in my Yo Yo String
2.	Chapter 10 Test
6/12/13-6/18/13- Concepts Review 
6/19/12- Last Day of School Assembly

Montanya Lesson Plans 5/13/13-5/17/13
Monday, 5/13/13
Language Arts
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Why do people move?
Learning Target:  I understand the prompt for the CBA
Warm Up:  Look over CBA
1.	Attendance
2.      Handout: CBA Instructions
3.	Go over: CBA Instructions
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 

Social Studies
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Why do people move?
Learning Target:  I understand the prompt for the CBA
1.	Attendance	
2.	Begin: CBA Research
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
   3.	 Points/MYD 

Learning Strategies
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.       View:  Oceans
4.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points

Tuesday, 5/14/13
MSP Math Testing Schedule 

8:30-11:30		Math MSP testing
11:30-12:00 		1st Period
12:00-12:30		Lunch
12:30-1:00		2nd Period
1:00-1:30		Learning Strategies
1:30-2:00		4th Period
2:00-2:30		5th Period
2:30-3:00		6th Period

Wednesday 5/15/13

Language Arts
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Why do people move?
Learning Target:  I understand the prompt for the CBA
1.	Attendance	
2.	Continue: CBA Research
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 

Social Studies
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Why do people move?
Learning Target:  I understand the prompt for the CBA
1.	Attendance	
2.	Begin: CBA Transfer to posterboard or foldables
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
   3.	 Points/MYD 

Learning Strategies
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	Attendance/Agenda
2.     Complete:   Student made study guide for Whales.
3.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points

Thursday, 4/16/13

FAEA Schedule 

8:30-10:00		1st Block
10:00-11:30		2nd Block
11:30-12:00 		1st Period
12:00-12:30		Lunch
12:30-1:00		2nd Period
1:00-1:30		3rd Period
1:30-2:00		4th Period
2:00-2:30		5th Period
2:30-3:00		6th Period

Friday, 4/17/13

Language Arts
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Why do people move?
Learning Target:  I understand the prompt for the CBA
1.	Attendance	
2.	Continue: CBA Transfer to posterboard or foldables
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
   3.	 Points/MYD 


Social Studies:
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Why do people move?
Learning Target:  I understand the prompt for the CBA
1.	Attendance	
2.	Complete: CBA Transfer to posterboard or foldables
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
   3.	 Points/MYD 


Learning Strategies
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.       Preview:  Detective Donut
4.	 SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points 


Monday, 5/6/13
Language Arts
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know what the roots dict and log mean.
Warm Up:  Daily affirmation- I will not let my behavior contradict my 
intentions.
1.	Attendance
2.      Handout:  Reading Log, 5/6/13-5/6/13
3.	Chapter 17-18 Packet
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 

Social Studies
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can listen effectively for story elements for Egypt 
Games .

1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Gandhi
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 

Learning Strategies
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.       View:  Oceans
4.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points

Tuesday, 5/7/13
FAEA Schedule 

8:30-10:00		1st Block
10:00-11:30		2nd Block
11:30-12:00 		1st Period
12:00-12:30		Lunch
12:30-1:00		2nd Period
1:00-1:30		3rd Period
1:30-2:00		4th Period
2:00-2:30		5th Period
2:30-3:00		6th Period

Wednesday 5/8/13

Language Arts
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know what the roots dict and log mean.
Warm Up:  Daily affirmation- I will not let my behavior contradict my 
intentions.
1.	Attendance
2.	Chapter 19-20 Packet
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 

Social Studies
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can listen effectively for story elements for Egypt 
Games .

1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Gandhi
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 

Learning Strategies
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.       View:  Oceans
4.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points

Thursday, 4/9/13

FAEA Schedule 

8:30-10:00		1st Block
10:00-11:30		2nd Block
11:30-12:00 		1st Period
12:00-12:30		Lunch
12:30-1:00		2nd Period
1:00-1:30		3rd Period
1:30-2:00		4th Period
2:00-2:30		5th Period
2:30-3:00		6th Period

Friday, 4/10/13

Language Arts
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know what the roots dict and log mean.
Warm Up:  Daily affirmation- I will not let my behavior contradict my 
intentions.
1.	Attendance
2.      Turn in:  REading Log for 5/6/13-5/9/13
2.	Vocabulary Review Tests:  Chapters 13, 14, 15, 16
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 

Social Studies:
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Who was Gandhi and what did he have 
in common with MLK Jr, Lincoln, and Kennedy
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the everyday life of 
the people of India
	
1. Attendance 
2. Read/Discuss:  Chapter 4, sections 3-4

Learning Strategies
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.       View:  Oceans
4.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points 


Language Arts Lesson Plans 4/15/13-4/19/13
Monday, 4/15/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know what the roots dict and log mean.
Warm Up:  Daily affirmation- I will not let my behavior contradict my 
intentions.
1.	Attendance
2.	Chapter 12 Word Search
3.	Intro:  Chapter 12 Vocabulary
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
1.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 4/16/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can add Latin and Greek roots to my active vocabulary by 
utilizing them in an affirmation that will be shared with the class.
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmations: 
I will develop a sense of delayed gratification.
I will allow my good intentions to dictate my behavior.
1.	Attendance
2.	Go over:  Daily Affirmation
3.	Whole Group Write:  Daily Affirmation
4.	Individual/GroupWrite:  Affirmation
5.	Share/Individual/Group:  Affirmation
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
2.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 4/17/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target: I can write an extended response utilizing details from the 
selection
Warm Up:  Look over MSP Practice Prompt 
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  MSP Prompt
3.	Go Over/Discuss:  MSP Prompt
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 4/18/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target: I can write an extended response utilizing details from the 
selection
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmation
1.	 Attendance
2.	Complete/Go Over chapter 12  Packet
4.	Study for Chapter 12 Vocabulary and Spelling Tests for Friday, 4/19/13
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 4/19/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know what the roots dict and log mean
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmation
1.	Attendance
2.	Test:  Chapter 12  Spelling Test
3.	Test: Chapter 12 Vocabulary Quiz
4.	Read:  Egypt Games Chapter 17-18, pages 151-166
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 




Social Studies Lesson Plans 4/15/13- 4/19/13
Monday, 4/15/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can listen effectively for story elements for Egypt 
Games .
Warm Up:  Review Vocabulary
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters 19-21
3.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters 19-21
4.	Complete:  Egypt Games Quiz for Chapters 19-21
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 4/16/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can listen effectively for story elements for Egypt 
Games .
Warm Up:  Review Vocabulary
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters 22-24
3.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters 22-24
4.	Complete:  Egypt Games Quiz for Chapters 22-24
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 4/17/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write an extended response with details  from the 
selection
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over:  MSP Prompt
3.	Make- Up Work
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 4/18/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write an extended response regarding the Egypt Game
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over:  Cornell Notes /Egypt Games Final
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 4/19/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can utilize my knowledge about Egypt in order to 
effectively participate in the Egypt Festival.
Warm Up:  Review Vocabulary
1.	Attendance
2.	2:00- 2:20	Play Egyptian Games  in Cafeteria
3.	2:20-2:30		1st Rotation Activities
4.	2:30-2:40		2nd Rotation Activities
5.	2:40-2:50		3rd Rotation Activities
6.	2:50-3:00		4th Rotation Activities
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	 Points/MYD 


Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 4/15/13- 4/19/13
Monday, 4/15/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search:  Hilmo List #17
3.	Vocabulary Discussion:  Hilmo List #17
4.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points
Tuesday,  4/16/13 –Heather’s kids come to me
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Word Search:  Hilmo List #18
4.	Vocabulary Discussion:  Hilmo List  #17 -18
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 4/17/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word  Bridges to my active vocabulary
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Read together:  Bridges
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
4.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 4/18/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Complete:  Bridges Study Guide
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 4/19/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I know the meanings for the words on Hilmo List #17
5.	 Attendance/Agenda
6.	SSR
7.	Go Over:  Study Guide for Bridges
8.	Spelling and Vocab Tests for Hilmo List # 17
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
9.	 MYD Points


Language Arts Lesson Plans 4/8/13-4/12/13
Monday, 4/8/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from the Egyp Ganes chapters 7-9 to my 
active vocabulary.
Warm Up:   Daily Affirmation
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Egypt Games chapters 7(Prisoners of Fear )-9 
3.	Continue:  Cornell Notes through Chapter 9
4.	Quiz:  Egypt Games Chapters 7-9
5.	Test:  Chapter 11 Vocabulary
6.	Test:  Chapter 11  Vocabulary Spelling 
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 4/9/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can utilize context clues to help me answer questions on 
the RBA III
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmation – I will utilize all of the brain cells available 
to me and do my best on the RBA
1.	Attendance
2.	RBA III
Wednesday, 4/10/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can utilize context clues to help me answer questions on 
the MSP Practice A
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmation – I will utilize all of the brain cells available 
to me and do my best on the RBA
1.	Attendance
2.	MSP tools Practice Test A
Thursday, 4/11/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can utilize context clues to help me answer questions on 
the RBA III
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmation – I will utilize all of the brain cells available 
to me and do my best on the RBA
1.	Attendance
2.	RBA III
Friday, 4/12/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know what the roots dict and log mean
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmation/Word Search Chapter 12
1.	Attendance
2.	Intro:  Chapter 12 Vocabulary
3.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters 10 (Summoned by the Mighty Ones)-12
4.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters 10-12
5.	Complete:  Egypt Games Quiz for Chapters 10-12
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 


Social Studies Lesson Plans 4/8/13- 4/12/13

Mnday, 4/8/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient Egypt 
by getting 70% or better on their Chapter 3 Test
1.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 3, section 5 Study Guide
2.	Begin:  Open Notes Test over Chapter 3

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 4/9/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient Egypt 
by getting 70% or better on their Chapter 3 Test
1.	Complete:  Open Notes Test over Chapter 3
2.	Questionnaire:  Egypt Festival Roles
3.	Study Groups:  Egypt Festival
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday4/10/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write story elements for Egypt Games utilizing 
Cornell Notes.
Warm Up:  Review Vocabulary
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters 13-15
3.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters 13-15
4.	Complete:  Egypt Games Quiz for Chapters 10-15
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 4/11/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write story elements for Egypt Games utilizing 
Cornell Notes.
Warm Up:  Review Vocabulary
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters 16-18
3.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters 16-18
4.	Complete:  Egypt Games Quiz for Chapters 16-18
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 4/12/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write story elements for Egypt Games utilizing 
Cornell Notes.
Warm Up:  Review Vocabulary
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters 19-21
3.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters 19-21
4.	Complete:  Egypt Games Quiz for Chapters 19-21
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 


Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 4/8/13- 4/12/13
Monday, 4/8/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search:  Hilmo List #17
3.	Vocabulary Discussion:  Hilmo List #17
4.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points
Tuesday,  4/9/13 –My kids come to see Heather
Wednesday, 4/10/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word  Bridges to my active vocabulary
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Peruse:  Bridges
4.	Make:  Student written study guide for Bridges
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 4/11/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Read:  Bridges
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 4/12/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I know some activities that took place during the 
Renaissance
5.	 Attendance/Agenda
6.	SSR
7.	Complete:  Study Guide for Bridges
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
8.	 MYD Points
Language Arts Lesson Plans 3/25/13-3/29/13
Monday, 3/25/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know what the roots art,  orn and apt/ept mean.
Warm Up:  Chapter 11 Word Search and Daily Affirmation
1.	Attendance
2.	Intro:  Chapter 11 Vocabulary
3.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters from page 17
4.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters p. 17
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/26/ 2013
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write Cornell notes for the Egypt game in regard to 
story elements
Warm Up:  Daily Affirmation
1.	Attendance
2.	Intro:  Chapter 11 Vocabulary
3.	Continue:  Egypt Games Chapters through page 42
4.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapters through page 42
5.	Complete:  Egypt Games Quiz for Chapters 1-5
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday,3/27/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know how to utilize the MSP online tools
Warm Up:  Chapter 11 Word Search and Daily Affirmation
1.	Attendance
2.	Begin:  Chapter 11 Vocabulary Packet
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 3/28/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know how to utilize the MSP online tools
Warm Up:   Daily Affirmation
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 11 Vocabulary Packet
3.	Continue:  Egypt Games pages 42-59
4.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Egypt Games Chapter 7
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD
Friday, 3/29/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know how to utilize the MSP online tools
Warm Up:  Chapter 11 Word Search and Daily Affirmation
1.	Attendance
2.	Renaissance Fair
3.	Continue:  Egyypt Games chapters 8-9
4.	Continue:  Cornell Notes through Chapter 9
5.	Quiz:  Egypt Games Chapters 6-9
6.	Test:  Chapter 11 Vocabulary
7.	Test:  Chapter 11  Vocabulary Spelling 
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	 Points/MYD 
9.	

Social Studies Lesson Plans 3/25/13- 3/29/13
Monday, 3/25/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the everyday life of 
ancient Egyptians.
1.	View Video:  Egyptian Culture
2.	Take Notes:  Egyptian Culture
3.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 3, section 3-4 Study Guide

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/26/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the process of 
mummification
1.	View Video:  Mummification
2.	Take Notes:  Mummification
3.	Complete:  Study Notes for Chapter 3 Test

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
 Wednesday, 3/27/13-Thursday 3/28/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe daily life/customs in 
Egypt
1.	Computer Lab:  Egypt Research Handout
2.	Discuss/Research

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 3/29/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient Egypt 
by getting 70% or better on their Chapter 3 Test
1.	Begin:  Open Notes Test over Chapter 3

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 








Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 3/25/13-3/29/13
Monday, 3/25/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search:  Hilmo List #17
3.	SSR- Reading Log
4.	Computer Lab:  Achievement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), (Exercise and Wattage)
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points
Tuesday,  3/26/13 – Heather’s kids come to see me
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  Student will be able know the meaning of 80% of the review 
words for chapters 6-10
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Vocabulary Book:  Chapter 6-10 review
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 3/27/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from  Hilmo’s list #17 my active 
vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
3.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 3/28/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 3/29/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I know some activities that took place during the 
Renaissance
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Test:  Hilmo List #17
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
4.	 MYD Points


Language Arts Lesson Plans 3/18/13-3/22/13
Monday, 3/18/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know how to utilize the MSP online tools
Warm Up:  Study for Chapter 10 Spelling and Vocabulary Tests
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  MSP Practice A test
3.	Complete:  Chapter 10 Vocabulary Packet
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/19/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know the meaning of words with the roots of hom, andro, 
and anthropo
Warm Up:  Study Chapter 10 vocabulary and spelling words
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:/Go Over Chapter 10 Vocabulary Packet
3.	Test:  Chapter 10 Spelling
4.	Test:  Chapter  10 Vocabulary
5.	Handout Out/File:  ELA SMART GOALs
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 3/20/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can score 80% or better on knowing the meanings of the 
words in chapters 6-10
Warm Up: Review  Vocabulary Chapters 6-10
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go Over:  6-10 Review Test
3.	Preview:  Egypt Games Book
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 3/21/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can identify the story elements in Egypt Games Book 
chapters 1-3
Warm Up: Review  Review Story Elements Handout
1.	Attendance
2.	Read/Discuss:  Egypt Games Book chapters 1-3
3.	Begin:  Cornell Notes for Story Elements
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 3/22/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can identify the story elements in Egypt Games Book 
chapters 4-6
Warm Up: Review Egypt Games Vocabulary
1.	Attendance
2.	Read/Discuss:  Egypt Games Book chapters 4-6
3.	Continue:  Cornell Notes for Story Elements
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 


Social Studies Lesson Plans 3/18/13- 3/22/13
Monday, 3/18/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how the geography of 
the Nile changes as the river runs its course.
Warm up:  Map Skills Handouts
1.	SQ3R Read:  Chapter 3, section 2
2.	Answer:  Questions about section 1-2
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/19/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to list/describe the three kingdom 
periods.
1.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 3, section 1-2 Study Guide
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 




Wednesday, 3/20/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe  the Egyptian’s belief 
in the afterlife.
1.	SQ3R Read:  Chapter 3, section 3-4
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 3/21/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the everyday life of 
ancient Egyptians.
1.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 3, section 3-4 Study Guide

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 3/22/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient Egypt 
by getting 70% or better on their Chapter 3 Test
1.	Complete:  Open notes Test over Chapter 3

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 


Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 3/18/13-3/22/13
Monday, 3/18/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Achievement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), (Exercise and Wattage)
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Tuesday,  3/19/13 – Heather’s kids come to me
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  Student will be able know the meaning of 80% of the review 
words for chapters 6-10
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Vocabulary Book:  Chapter 6-10 review
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 3/20/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from  to my active vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Preview/Read:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
4.	Make study guide:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 3/21/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 3/22/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from  to my active vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Preview/Read:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
4.	Complete/Go over: Study guide for Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points


Language Arts Lesson Plans 3/11/13-3/14/13
Monday, 3/11/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write a persuasive writing piece.
Warm Up:  Study Chapter 9 vocabulary and spelling 
1.	Attendance
2.	Test:  Chapter 9 Spelling
3.	Test:  Chapter 9 Vocabulary
4.	Intro:  Chapter 10 Vocabulary 
5.	Handout Out/File:  ELA SMART GOALs
6.	Final Turn in:  Persuasive Writing Assignment
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/12/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can know my SMART Goal for ELA
Warm Up:  Study Chapter 9 vocabulary and spelling 
1.	Attendance
2.	Begin:  Chapter 10 Vocabulary Packet
3.	Handout Out/File:  ELA SMART GOALs
4.	Final Turn in:  Persuasive Writing Assignment
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 3/13/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know how to use the online tools for state testing
Warm Up:  Head test paper.
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete: OSPI Reading Practice Test A
3.	Final Turn in:  Persuasive Writing Assignment
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 3/14/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know the origin of St. Patrick’s Day
Warm Up:  Read origin of St. Patrick’s Day

1.	Attendance
2.	Enjoy:  Irish Dance by Ms. Brown
3.	Go over/Turn in:  Chapter 10 Vocabulary Packet
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 


Social Studies Lesson Plans 3/11/13- 3/14/13
Monday 3/11/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  What does Fertile Crescent mean?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to write questions to create a 
study guide for Chapter 3
Warm Up:  KWL Chart in re:  Egypt
1.	Complete:  Chapter 2 Tests
2.	Complete:  SS SMART GOALS
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/12/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how the geography of 
the Nile changes as the river runs its course.
1.	SQ3R Read:  Chapter 3, section 1-2
2.	Answer:  Questions about section 1-2
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 3/13/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I know how to answer an extended response question.
Warm Up: Look over/ Head test paper.
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Discuss:  Extended Response Questions
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 3/14/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to list/describe the three kingdom 
periods.
1.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 3, section 1-2 Study Guide
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 



Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 3/11/13-3/14/13
Monday, 3/11/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Achievement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), (Exercise and Wattage)
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 3/13/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from  to my active vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Preview/Read:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
4.	Make study guide:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 3/14/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points

Language Arts Lesson Plans 3/4- 3/8/13
Monday, 3/4/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: What do I want to persuade people to do?
Learning Target:  I can describe the purpose of persuasive writing.
Warm Up:   DOL 30-31
1.	Attendance
2.	Hand out:  ELA Reading Log
3.	Intro:  Chapter 9 Vocabulary Packet
4.	Read/Discuss:  Persuasive Writing pages 762-767, page 789
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/5/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: What do I want to persuade people to do?
Learning Target:  I know the steps of the Writing Process.
Warm Up: DOL 32-33
1.	Attendance
2.	Begin:  Chapter 9 Vocabulary Packet
3.	Review:  The Writing Process 
4.	Persuasive Writing Discussion and Ideas
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 3/6/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: What do I want to persuade people to do?
Learning Target:  I know the elements of good persuasive writing.
Warm Up: DOL 34-35
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Chapter 9 Packet
3.	Begin:  Persuasive Writing Assignment
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 3/7/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: What do I want to persuade people to do?
Learning Target:  I know the elements of good persuasive writing.
Warm Up :  Study for Chapter 9 Vocabulary and Spelling Tests
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/ Go over:  Chapter 9 Vocabulary Packet
3.	Continue:  Persuasive Writing Assignment
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 3/8/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write a persuasive writing piece.
Warm Up:  Study Chapter 9 vocabulary and spelling 
1.	Attendance
2.	Hand in:  ELA Reading Log
3.	Test:  Chapter 9 Spelling
4.	Test:  Chapter 9 Vocabulary
5.	Turn in:  Persuasive Writing Assignment
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 






Social Studies Lesson Plans3/4/13- 3/8/13
Monday, 3/4/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people migrate?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to list a few facts about Early 
Civilizations.
Warm Up: Write SMART GOAL for SS
1.	View Video:  Early Civilizations
2.	Take Notes: Early Civilizations
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 3/5/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  What were the pros and cons of living 
in “The Fertile Cresent?”
Learning Target:  The student will demonstrate knowledge in regard to Chapter 
2 “The Fertile Crescent”
Warm Up:  Review Chapter 2
1.	Take Test:  Chapter 2
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 3/6/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  What does Fertile Crescent mean?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to write questions to create a 
study guide for Chapter 3
Warm Up:  KWL Chart in re:  Egypt
1.	Complete:  Chapter 2 Tests
2.	Go over:  KWL Chart
3.	Write:  Chapter 3 Questions (Students Write)
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 3/7/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how the geography of 
the Nile changes as the river runs its course.
1.	SQ3R Read:  Chapter 3, section 1-2
2.	Answer:  Questions about section 1-2

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 3/8/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to list/describe the three kingdom 
periods.
1.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 3, section 1-2 Study Guide

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 


Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 3/4/13-3/8/13
Monday, 3/4/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Tuesday, 3/5/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
1.	 Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Hilmo #16 Review
Wednesday, 3/6/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from  to my active vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Preview/Read:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
4.	Make study guide:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation


Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 3/7/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 3/8/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
 Attendance
1.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo #16
2.	Vocab Test:  Hilmo #16
3.	Complete/Go over:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation student made study guide
4.	SSR- Reading Log

Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 3/4/13-3/8/13
Monday, 3/4/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Tuesday, 3/5/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
1.	 Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Hilmo #16 Review
Wednesday, 3/6/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from  to my active vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Preview/Read:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation
4.	Make study guide:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation


Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 3/7/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 3/8/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
 Attendance
1.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo #16
2.	Vocab Test:  Hilmo #16
3.	Complete/Go over:  Ruth Law Thrills a Nation student made study guide
4.	SSR- Reading Log


Language Arts Lesson Plans 2/25/13- 3/1/13
Monday, 2/25/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Targets 4, 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can describe the meanings words with the roots: capt, 
cip , and cept
Warm Up:  Word Search: Chapter 8 Vocab
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 23
3.	Word Search: Chapter 8 Vocab
4.	SMART GOALS:  ELA
5.	Presentations:  Autobiopoems
6.	Hand out:  ELA Reading Log Week of 2/25/13-2/28/13
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 2/26/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Targets 4, 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can correctly write sentences re: presidents and daily 
life.
Warm Up:   DOL Week 24
1.	Attendance
2.	Go over:  DOL Week 24
3.	Presentations:  Autobiopoems
4.	Complete/Go over:  Vocabulary Chapter 8 Packet
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 2/27/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can remediate any academic problems in ELA
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 25
3.	Presentations:  Autobiopoems
4.	Make up Tests
5.	Comprehensive Exam:  Figurative Language/Inference
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 2/28/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4, 5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write describe the purpose of persuasive writing
Warm Up: Figurative Language/Inference Review
1.	Attendance
2.	View Video/Discuss:  Persuasive Writing
3.	Write:  Cornell Notes on Video
4.	Chapter 8 Vocab and Spelling Review
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 3/1/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4,5, 11
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write demonstrate my knowledge of figurative language 
and inference.
Warm Up: Preview:  Persuasive Writing pages 762-767, page 789
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Persuasive Writing pages 762-767, page 789
3.	Spelling Test:  Vocab Chapter 8
4.	Vocab Test:  Vocab Chapter 8
5.	Comprehensive Exam:  Figurative Language/Inference
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 




Social Studies Lesson Plans 2/25/13- 3/1/13/13
Monday, 2/25/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people have different beliefs?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to name a few basic beliefs of 
Judaism.
Warm Up: Preview questions from Chapter 2, section 5
1.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 5pages 56-61
2.	View Video:  Judaism
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 5 Guided Reading/Quiz
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 2/26/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people migrate?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to write SMART Goals for SS
Warm Up: Read Chapter 5, sections 1-5 chapter summary
1.	Write:  SMART GOALS for SS
2.	View Video:  Mesopotamia
3.	Take Notes: Mesopotamia
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 2/27/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  What were the pros and cons of living 
in “The Fertile Cresent?”
Learning Target:  The student will demonstrate knowledge in regard to Chapter 
2 “The Fertile Crescent”
Warm Up:  Review Chapter 5
1.	Take Test:  Chapter 5
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
2.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 2/28/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why are people so interested in Egypt?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to name a few basic facts in 
regard to Egypt
Warm Up:  KWL Chart in re:  Egypt
1.	Complete:  Chapter 2 Tests
2.	View Music Video:  King Tut
3.	Go over:  KWL Chart
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 3/1/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Why do people enjoy learning about 
King Tut and Egypt so much?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how the geography of 
the Nile changes as the river runs its course.
1.	SQ3R Read:  Chapter 3, section 1
2.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 3, section 1 packet

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 




Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 2/25/13-3/1/13
Monday, 2/25/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Tuesday, 2/26/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
1.	 Attendance
2.	Continue:  Amazing Snakes Study Guide and Summary
3.	Hilmo #15 Review
Wednesday, 2/20/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from The Secret Room to my active 
vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR/Complete Make Up Work/Study for Hilmo List #15
3.	Complete/Discuss: Amazing Snakes p. 23-26 Reflection

Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
4.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 2/21/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 3/1//13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
 Attendance
1.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo #15
2.	Vocab Test:  Hilmo #15
3.	SSR- Reading Log


Language Arts Lesson Plans 2/19/13- 2/22/13
Tuesday, 2/19/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write an autobiopoem.
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 19
3.	Read/Discuss:  Brother pages 445-448
4.	Go over:  Inference Pretest
5.	Intro:  Autobiopoem
6.	Write:  Autobiopoem
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 2/20/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write an autobiopoem.
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 20
3.	Begin: Vocabulary Chapter 8 Packet
4.	Complete:  Autobiopoem
5.	Share:  Autobiopoem
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 2/21/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write an autobiopoem.
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 21
3.	Continue:  Vocabulary Chapter 8 Packet
4.	Complete:  Autobiopoem
5.	Share:  Autobiopoem
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 2/22/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write demonstrate my knowledge of figurative language 
and inference.
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 22
3.	Complete/Go over:  Vocabulary Chapter 8 Packet
4.	Comprehensive Exam:  Figurative Language/Inference
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 


Social Studies Lesson Plans 2/19/13-2/22/13
Tuesday, 2/19/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Try writing a message utilizing the 
Phoenician alphabet.
Learning Target:  The student will write and interpret a message utilizing 
the Phoenician alphabet.
Warm Up: Preview Questions for Chapter 2, section 4
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	View Video:  Ancient Civilizations
3.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2, section 3, pages 43-47
4.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 2,  sections 3, pages 43-47

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 2/20/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Try writing a message utilizing the 
Phoenician alphabet.
Learning Target:  The student will be able to decode a message utilizing the 
Phoenician Alphabet
Warm Up: Preview Questions for Chapter 2, section 4
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 4pages 48-53
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 4Guided Reading/Quiz
4.	Write/Decode:  Phoenician Alphabet Message
Thursday, 2/21/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Try writing a message utilizing the 
Phoenician alphabet.
Learning Target:  The student will be able to name a few basic beliefs of 
Judaism.
Warm Up: Preview questions from Chapter 2, section 5
1.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 5pages 56-61
2.	View Video:  Judaism
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 5 Guided Reading/Quiz
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 2/22/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Try writing a message utilizing the 
Phoenician alphabet.
Learning Target:  The student will be able to name a few basic beliefs of 
Judaism.
Warm Up: Read Chapter 5, sections 1-5 chapter summary
1.	View Video:  Mesopotamia
2.	Take Notes: Mesopotamia
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Monday, 2/25/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Try writing a message utilizing the 
Phoenician alphabet.
Learning Target:  The student will be demonstrate the ability to utilize text 
features to locate and interpret information found in the text of Chapter 2.
Warm Up: Vocabulary Review for Chapter 2
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Complete:  Chapter 2 Test (Sections 1-5 quiz)
Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 




Tuesday, 2/19/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
1.	 Attendance
2.	Word Search: Hilmo List #15
3.	ELA Review Questions
4.	SSR
Wednesday, 2/20/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from The Secret Room to my active 
vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Read Aloud :  Amazing Snakes p. 23-26
4.	Complete/Discuss:  :  Amazing Snakes p. 23-26 Reflection

Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 2/21/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda

2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 22/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
 Attendance
1.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo #15
2.	Vocab Test:  Hilmo #15
3.	SSR- Reading Log



Language Arts Lesson Plans 2/11/13- 2/14/13
Monday, 2/11/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can describe the difference between a simile and a 
metaphor.
1.	Warm Up: DOL:  Week 16
2.	Post – test:  Eleven  Assessment from Blue Spiral Paperback (little 
booklet)
3.	Complete/Go Over: Simile and Metaphor Post- Test
4.	Read: Elements of Literature page 444
5.	Discuss:  Inference
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
 Points/MYD
Tuesday, 2/12/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can make an inference in regard to the story  “Brother”.
1.	Warm Up: DOL  Week 17.
2.	Read/Discuss:  Brother pages 445-448
6.	Go over:  Inference Pretest
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
 Points/MYD
 Wednesday, 2/13/13
Science Fair!!!  Yea!!!!

Thursday, 2/14/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write an autobiopoem.
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 18
3.	Intro:  Autobiopoem
4.	Write:  Autobiopoem
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 

    
Social Studies Lesson Plans 2/11/13-2/14/13
Monday, 2/11/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to compare and contrast the cities 
of Sumer utilizing a T- chart
Warm Up: Preview Questions for Chapter 2, section 1
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 1 pages 28-37
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 1 Guided Reading

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 2/12/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how Babylonia was able 
to rise again after defeat.
Warm Up: Preview Questions for Chapter 2, section 2-3
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Complete:  SS Goals/Reflection
3.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 2 -3pages 38-47
4.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 2-3 Guided Reading

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 2/13/13
Science Fair!!!!  Yea!!!!
Thursday, 2/14/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  Try writing a message utilizing the 
Phoenician alphabet.
Learning Target:  The student will write and interpret a message utilizing 
the Phoenician alphabet.
Warm Up: Preview Questions for Chapter 2, section 4
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 4pages 48-55
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 4Guided Reading

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 


Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 2/11/13-2/14/13
Monday, 2/11/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo #14
3.	Vocab Test:  Hilmo #14
4.	SSR- Reading Log
5.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
6.	 MYD Points
Tuesday, 2/12/13 – To Wissinger’s class
Wednesday, 2/13/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from The Secret Room to my active 
vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Read Silently:  Amazing Snakes 
4.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Secret Room p. 23-26
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 2/14/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points

Language Arts Lesson Plans 2/4/13- 2/8/13
Monday, 2/4/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Why is it important to add words to my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add a word from “Eleven” to my active vocabulary.
1.	Warm Up: DOL:  Week 15
2.	Handout:  ELA Reading Log for 2/4/13-2/7/13
3.	Teacher Reads:  Eleven (What is the definition of simile and 
metaphor?) p. 574-578
4.	Complete/Go Over:  Selection Test for “Eleven”
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 2/5/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can identify similes and metaphors in “Eleven”.
1.	Warm Up: DOL:  Week 16
2.	Re- Reads:  “Eleven”  p. 574-577
3.	Post – test:  Eleven  Assessment from Blue Spiral Paperback (little 
booklet)
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 2/6/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can make an inference in regard to the story  “Brother”.
1.	Warm Up: DOL:  Week 17
2.	Read:  page Elements of Literature page 444
3.	Discuss:  Inference
4.	Read/Discuss:  Brother pages 445-448
5.	Go over:  Inference Pretest
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
 Points/MYD
Thursday, 2/7/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can write an autobiopoem.
1.	Attendance
2.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 18
3.	Intro:  Autobiopoem
4.	Write:  Autobiopoem
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD 
Friday,  2/8/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary today?
Learning Target:  I can revise my MAPS goals
1.	Attendance
2.	Collect:  ELA Reading Log for 2/4/13-2/7/13
3.	Warm Up:  DOL Week 19
4.	Review/Revise:  ELA Maps Goals
5.	Post test:   The Bridegroom p. 63
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 



Social Studies Lesson Plans 2/4/13-2/8/13
Monday, 2/4/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able identify story elements in In the 
Shadow of the Mammoth  utilizing Cornell Notes
Warm Up: In the Shadow of the Mammoth Cornell Notes)
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Go over Cornell Notes:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth
3.	Complete/Go over:  Mammoth Crossword Puzzle 
Differentiation:  Artistic  kids illustrate story
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 2/5/13- Wednesday, 2/6/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able describe key vocabulary in chapter 
1
Warm Up: Chapter 1 Vocabulary Review/Preview
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 1 pages 4-25
3.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 1 Vocabulary

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 2/7/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to compare and contrast the cities 
of Sumer utilizing a T- chart
Warm Up: Preview Questions for Chapter 2, section 1
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 1 pages 28-37
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 1 Guided Reading

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 2/8/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how Babylonia was able 
to rise again after defeat.
Warm Up: Preview Questions for Chapter 2, section 2-3
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Complete:  SS Goals/Reflection
3.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 2 Section 2 -3pages 38-47
4.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 2, Section 2-3 Guided Reading

Differentiation:  Individual/Group Seating
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 



Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 2/4/13-2/8/13
Monday, 2/4/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo #14
3.	Vocab Test:  Hilmo #14
4.	SSR- Reading Log
5.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
6.	 MYD Points
Tuesday, 2/5/13 
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search/Scramble:  Hilmo #15
3.	Graphing Post Test
4.	SSR
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 2/6/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from The Secret Room to my active 
vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Read Silently:  The Secret Room p. 19-22
4.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Secret Room p. 19-22
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points
Thursday, 1/7/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
6.	 Attendance/Agenda
7.	SSR- Reading Log
8.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
9.	 MYD Points
Friday, 2/8/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from The Secret Room to my active 
vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Read Aloud :  The Secret Room p. 19-22
4.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Secret Room p. 19-22
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
5.	 MYD Points


Language Arts Lesson Plans 1/22/13-1/25/13
Tuesday, 1/22/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement:  Why is it important to hold myself accountable?
Learning Target: I can compare and contrast “Sneeches” on p. 627 
to “Sneeches” on You Tube utilizing a T- Chart.

1.	Hand out:  ELA Reading Log for 1/22/13- 1/24/13
2.	Read:  “Sneeches” p. 627-631 2nd Time
3.	View Video:  You Tube “Sneeches”
4.	Complete: Compare/Contrast T-Chart
5.	Review:  Chapter 7 Vocabulary /Spelling
6.	Test:  Chapter 7 Spelling
7.	Test:  Chapter 7 Vocabulary
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Wednesday, 1/23/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: How can I utilize these words to sound smarter?
Learning Target: I can describe the difference between a simile and a 
metaphor.
1.	Pretest: Simile/Metaphor 
2.	 Read/Discuss:  Poetry p. 633
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Review Poetry Terms/Spelling and 
Vocab Tests
3.	 Points/MYD 





Thursday, 1/24/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which birthday was your favorite?  Your worst?
Learning Target:  I can describe the difference between a simile and a 
metaphor.
1.	DOL:  Week 12
2.	Students Read:  Eleven (What is the definition of simile and 
metaphor?) p. 574-578
3.	Inference Pretest
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 1/25/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Why is it important to add words to my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add a word from “Eleven” to my active vocabulary.
1.	Preread: Comprehension wksht questions for “Eleven”
2.	Teacher Reads:  Eleven (What is the definition of simile and 
metaphor?) p. 574-578
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Comprehension wksht for “Eleven”
4.	Turn in:  ELA Reading Log for 1/22/13-1/24/13
5.	Complete: End of Week Reflection
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD 


Social Studies Lesson Plans 1/22/13-1/25/13
 Tuesday 1/22/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able identify story elements in The 
Shadow of the Mammoth.
Warm Up:  Social Studies Comprehensive Review section 5-6
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preview:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 28
3.	Read:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth chapters 15-21
4.	Complete:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 28
Differentiation:  Artistic  kids illustrate story
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 
 Wednesday, 1/23/13-Friday/25/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able identify story elements in In the 
Shadow of the Mammoth  
Warm Up:  Social Studies Comprehensive Review section 7-8
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preview:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 29
3.	Read:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth chapters 22-28
4.	Complete:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 29
Differentiation:  Artistic  kids illustrate story
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 




Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 1/22/13-1/25/13
Tuesday, 1/22/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search/Scramble:   Hilmo List #13
3.	Look up and Define:  Hilmo List #13
4.	SSR- Reading Log
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, Lexile levels
5.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 1/23/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add one word from The Giant Chinese Salamander to my 
active vocabulary.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Read Silently:  The Chinese Giant Salamander
3.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Chinese Giant 
Salamander
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
4.	 MYD Points

Thursday, 1/24/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 1/25/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can define/ describe  and use the words on Hilmo List #13
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo List #13
4.	Vocabulary Test:  Hilmo List #13
5.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Chinese Giant 
Salamander
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
6.	 MYD Points


Language Arts Lesson Plans 1/14/13-1/18/13
Monday, 1/14/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  I can add a word with the roots lev and alt to my active 
vocabulary.
1.	Complete:  Go over Practice the strategy p. 625
2.	Preview:  “The Sneetches” p. 626
3.	Reading Log:  1/14/13-1/17/13
4.	Spelling Test:  Chapter 6 
5.	Vocabulary Test:  Chapter 6
6.	Word Search/Word Scramble:  Vocabulary Chapter 7
7.	Read:  Vocabulary Chapter 7 pages 73-76
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 1/15/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can add a word with the roots lev and alt to my active 
vocabulary.
1.	Warm up: DOL Week 11
2.	Read:  “The Sneetches” p. 626
3.	Complete:  Vocabulary Chapter 7 Packet pages 77-82
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 1/16/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement:  Why is it important to hold myself accountable?
Learning Target: I can be responsible for keeping track of my Chapter 6 
packet, putting my name on it and turning it in.

1.	Go Over and Turn in:  Vocabulary Chapter 7 Packet pages 77-72
2.	Introduce:  Auto-bio poem
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Thursday, 1/17/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: What do I want to share about my life?
Learning Target: I know the features of an auto-bio poem.
1.	Warm Up:  Write an address
2.	Write:  Auto-bio poem
3.	Share: Auto-bio poem
4.	Homework:  Study for Chapter 7 Spelling/Vocabulary Test
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Review Poetry Terms
5.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 1/18/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: How can I utilize these words to sound smarter?
Learning Target: I know the meaning of the words with roots grav, pend/pens.
1.	Warm Up:  Complete:  auto –bio poem
2.	Share: auto –bio poem
3.	Review:  Chapter 7 Vocabulary /Spelling
4.	Test:  Chapter 7 Spelling
5.	Test:  Chapter 9 Vocabulary
6.	Preview:  “The Sneetches” p. 626
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Review Poetry Terms/Spelling and 
Vocab Tests
6.	 Points/MYD 



Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 1/14/13-1/18/13
Monday, 1/14/13- Tuesday, 1/15/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able identify story elements in In the 
Shadow of the Mammoth  utilizing Cornell Notes
Warm Up:  Social Studies Comprehensive Review section 1-2
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preview:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 27
3.	Read:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth chapters 6-14
4.	Complete:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 27
Differentiation:  Artistic  kids illustrate story
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 1/16/13-Thursday 1/17/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able identify story elements in In the 
Shadow of the Mammoth  utilizing Cornell Notes
Warm Up:  Social Studies Comprehensive Review section 3-4
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preview:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 28
3.	Read:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth chapters 15-21
4.	Complete:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 28
Differentiation:  Artistic  kids illustrate story
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 
 Friday, 1/18/13- Tuesday, 1/22/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able identify story elements in In the 
Shadow of the Mammoth  utilizing Cornell Notes
Warm Up:  Social Studies Comprehensive Review section 5-6
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preview:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 29
3.	Read:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth chapters 22-28
4.	Complete:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 29
Differentiation:  Artistic  kids illustrate story
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 

Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 1/14/13-1/18/13
Monday, 1/14/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search/Scramble:   Hilmo List #12
3.	Look up and Define:  Hilmo List #12
4.	SSR- Reading Log
5.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
6.	 MYD Points
Tuesday, 1/15/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can define or describe the words on Hilmo List #11
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	To Wissinger’s class
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
3.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 1/16/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can discuss reasons and motivations for the actions of 
the people wanting to save the whales.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Read Silently:  The Chinese Giant Salamander
3.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Chinese Giant 
Salamander
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
4.	 MYD Points

Thursday, 1/17/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 1/18/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can define/ describe  and use the words on Hilmo List #11
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo List #12
4.	Vocabulary Test:  Hilmo List #12
5.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Chinese Giant 
Salamander
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
6.	 MYD Points

Language Arts Lesson Plans 1/7/13-1/11/13
Monday, 1/7/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  I can add a word with the roots grav, pend/pens to my 
active vocabulary
1.	Warm up:  DOL Week 9
2.	Reading Log:  1/7/13- 1/10/12
3.	Spelling Review:  Chapter 5
4.	Spelling Test:  Chapter 5 
5.	Vocabulary Test:  Chapter 5
6.	Word Search:  Vocabulary Chapter 6
7.	Read:  Vocabulary Chapter 6 pages 63-65
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	 Points/MYD 
Tuesday, 1/8/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  
1.	Warm up: DOL Week 10
2.	Complete:  Vocabulary Chapter 6 Packet pages 67-71
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 1/9/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement:  Why is it important to hold myself accountable?
Learning Target: I can be responsible for keeping track of my Chapter 6 
packet, putting my name on it and turning it in.
1.	Warm up: DOL Week 10
2.	Go Over and Turn in:  Chapter Vocabulary Chapter 6 Packet
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Thursday, 1/10/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: Which word will I add to my active vocabulary?
Learning Target: I can describe rhyme, end rhymes, internal rhyme, 
alliteration, meter, and free verse.
1.	Warm Up:  Write an address
2.	Intro:  Read Elements of Literature- Poetry pages 621-624
3.	Complete and Go Over: Practice the Strategy  p. 625
4.	Homework:  Study for Chapter 6 Spelling/Vocabulary Test
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Review Poetry Terms
4.	 Points/MYD 
Friday, 1/11/13
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 5
Student Engagement: How can I utilize these words to sound smarter?
Learning Target: I know the meaning of the words with roots grav, pend/pens.
1.	Warm Up:  Poetry Terms Review pages 621-624
2.	Review:  Chapter 6 Vocabulary /Spelling
3.	Test:  Chapter 6 Spelling
4.	Test:  Chapter 6 Vocabulary
5.	Preview:  “The Sneetches” p. 626
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Review Poetry Terms/Spelling and 
Vocab Tests
5.	 Points/MYD 


 
Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 1/7/13-1/11/13
Monday, 1/7/13- Tuesday, 1/8/13
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard: G3.2  Analyze how the environment and environmental changes 
affect people.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information? What will you be using graphs 
for in the near future?
Student Engagement/Essential Question: Why do people use graphs and charts?
Learning Target:  The student will be describe their survey project including 
data table,bar and pie graphs, and conclusions.
Warm Up:  Raw Scores to Percentages
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	The student will be describe their survey project including data 
table,bar and pie graphs, and conclusions
Differentiation:  Individual and Group
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Wednesday, 1/9/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?


Learning Target:  The student will be able to discuss how life would be 
different in the stone ages than it is now utilizing a similarities and 
differences T-Chart
Warm Up:  Story Elements Review
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preview: In the Shadow of the Mammoth  p. 1, 6-7
Differentiation:  Individual and Group
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD 
Thursday, 1/10/13- Friday 1/11/13
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the cause of their characteristics
SS Standard:  G2.2 Describe the patterns humans make on places and regions
SS Standard:  G3.1 Identify and examine people’s interaction with and impact 
on the environment
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target  4 and 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How would it feel to live in 
prehistoric times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able identify story elements in In the 
Shadow of the Mammoth  utilizing Cornell Notes
Warm Up:  Vocabulary Review
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preview:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 8
3.	Read:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth chapters 1-7
4.	Complete:  In the Shadow of the Mammoth  questions 1-5 from TG p 8
Differentiation:  Individual and Group
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
5.	 Points/MYD 

Learning Strategies Lesson Plan 1/7/13-1/11/13
Monday, 1/7/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Tuesday, 1/8/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can define or describe the words on Hilmo List #11
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search/Scramble:   Hilmo List #11
3.	Look up and Define:  Hilmo List #11
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
4.	 MYD Points
Wednesday, 1/9/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can discuss reasons and motivations for the actions of 
the people wanting to save the whales.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Read Silently:  The Story of Three Whales
3.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Story of Three Whales
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
4.	 MYD Points

Thursday, 1/10/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can answer text based questions with 80% accuracy.
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR- Reading Log
3.	Computer Lab:  Acheivement 3000 (poll,text, activity, thought 
question and math connection), 
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating, and Lexile Levels
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, text based answers, lexile levels
4.	 MYD Points
Friday, 1/11/13
ELA Standard:   Targets 1, 3, 7, and 11
Student Engagement:  How can I increase my active vocabulary?
Learning Target:  I can define/ describe  and use the words on Hilmo List #11
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR
3.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo List #11
4.	Vocabulary Test:  Hilmo List #11
5.	Complete/Discuss:  Reflection Questions  for The Story of Three Whales
Differentiation:  Individualized SSR, Seating
Check for Understanding: Ongoing, and Review
6.	 MYD Points




Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 1/3/12-1/4/12
Thursday, 1/3/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard: G3.2  Analyze how the environment and environmental changes 
affect people.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information? What will you be using graphs 
for in the near future?
Student Engagement/Essential Question: Why do people use graphs and charts?
Learning Target:  The student will be describe their survey project including 
data table,bar and pie graphs, and conclusions.
Warm Up:  Graphs quizzes
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	The student will be describe their survey project including data 
table,bar and pie graphs, and conclusions
Differentiation:  Individual and Group
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD tracking sheet
Friday, 1/4/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard: G3.2  Analyze how the environment and environmental changes 
affect people.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information? What will you be using graphs 
for in the near future?
Student Engagement/Essential Question: Why do people use graphs and charts?
Learning Target:  The student will be describe their survey project including 
data table,bar and pie graphs, and conclusions.
Warm Up:  Graphs quizzes
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	The student will be describe their survey project including data 
table,bar and pie graphs, and conclusions
Differentiation:  Individual and Group
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Questions from students
3.	 Points/MYD tracking sheet



Language Arts Lesson Plans 1/3/12-1/4/12
Thursday, 1/3/14
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 8
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  I can compare and contrast the Book Hatchet with the 
DVD “Call of the Wild” utilizing an H chart.
1.	Warm up:  Raw Scores to Decimals to Percentages
2.	Hatchet:  Compare and Contrast Book and Video
3.	Make up Work
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Friday, 1/4/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 8
Student Engagement: Which is better a book or a movie?
Learning Target:  I can compare and contrast the Book Hatchet with the 
DVD “Call of the Wild” utilizing an H chart.
1.	Warm up:  Raw Scores to Decimals to Percentages
2.	Hatchet:  Compare and Contrast Book and Video
3.	Complete:  Story Elements of Call of the Wild
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet


Language Arts Lesson Plans 12/17/12-12/19/12
Monday 12/17/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  The student will be able to recall information regarding: 
story elements, summarizing, Cornell notes, biographies, narratives, fiction, 
non-fiction, graphing, raw scores- to percentages.
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 9-10
3.	Spelling Test:  Chapter 5
4.	Vocabulary Test:  Chapter 5
5.	Meaning Reading:  The Bridegroom p. 52-72
6.	Structure Reading:  The Bridegroom p. 52-72
7.	Feeling Reading:  The Bridegroom p. 52-72
8.	Turn in ELA Reading Logs
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Tuesday, 12/18/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  How can we increase our Rit Scores?
Learning Target: I know the meanings of words from chapters 1-5 of the 
Vocabulary Books
1.	Attendance/Agenda Check
2.	Chapters 1-5 5 Review Test
3.	Go over:  Chapters 1-5 Review Test
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Wednesday, 12/19/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 8
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  I can compare and contrast the Book Hatchet with the 
DVD “Call of the Wild” utilizing an H chart.
1.	Warm up:  Raw Scores to Decimals to Percentages
2.	Hatchet:  Compare and Contrast Book and Video
3.	Make up Work
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet






Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 12/17/12-12/19/12
Monday, 12/17/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard: G3.2  Analyze how the environment and environmental changes 
affect people.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information?
Learning Target: I can design and record data on a survey
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Raw Scores to decimals to percentages
3.	Complete:  Surveys
Differentiation:  Individual/Groups Surveys
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Tuesday, 12/18/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard: G3.2  Analyze how the environment and environmental changes 
affect people.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information? What will you be using graphs 
for in the near future?
Student Engagement/Essential Question: Why do people have different eye 
colors?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to construct a table and a bar 
graph  utilizing collected information.
Warm Up:  Graphs quizzes
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Comprehensive Review Test:  maps, graphs, directions, 5 themes of 
geography, text features, raw scores to decimals and to percentages, human 
geography, culture, etc
Differentiation:  None:  Test!
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Eventual individual or group 
surveys charts and graphs
3.	 Points/MYD tracking sheet
Wednesday, 12/19/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question: Do you think people enjoy the book 
version of the story versus the movie version and why?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to construct a table and graph 
representing Skittle colors.
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Turn in individual/group surveys
3.	Compare/Contrast T- Chart:  Hatchet Book and Video

Differentiation Extension:  Make a pie chart of the Skittle’s colors
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Group graph shares/ Eventual 
individual or group surveys charts and graphs
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet


Learning Strategies 12/17/12-12/19/12
Monday, 12/17/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know the meanings of the words in Vocabulary Book 
Chapters 3-5
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	SSR:  Book Log
3.	Review:  Vocabulary Book Chapters 1-2
4.	Computer Lab
5.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
6.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 12/18/12
To Wissinger’s Class
Wednesday, 12/19/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know the meanings of the words in Vocabulary Book 
Chapters 3-5
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR:   Book Log
3.	Review:  Vocabulary Book Chapters 3-5
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	Points/Concerns










Language Arts Lesson Plans 12/10/12-12/14/12
Monday 12/10/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  The student will understand the meaning of the roots: ject 
mot/mov and mob
1.	Warm up:  Hilmo List #10
2.	Vocabulary Chapter #5 Word Search
3.	Attendance
4.	Turn in ELA Reading Logs
5.	Bridegroom:  Preassessment (Holt Assessment Literature, Reading, and 
Vocabulary p. 30)
6.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 5, pages 46-50
7.	Reader’s Handbook pages 410-411 Plan to read 4 x
8.	Survey/Preview:  The Bridegroom pages 62-72 (See, Think, Wonder)
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Tuesday, 12/11/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Songs are poetry set to music.
Learning Target:  The student will be able to pick out unknown words for 
discussion/meaning with group.
1.	Warm up:  Vocabulary Review Chapters 1-2
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 4, pages 51-52
4.	Survey/Preview:  The Bridegroom pages 62-72 (See, Think, Wonder)
5.	Fun Read:  The Bridegroom 62-72
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Wednesday, 12/12/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 8
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  The student will be able to locate clues in the poem that 
help them to understand the meaning.
1.	Warm up:  Vocabulary Chapters 3-4
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete/Work on/Discuss:  Chapter 5, pages 53-54
4.	Meaning Reading: The Bridegroom 62-72
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Thursday, 12/13/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Maps Reading Rit Scores correlation to Latin and Greek 
Roots
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the structure and 
language of the poem: kind, rhyme?, stanzas?, images, organization, and sounds
1.	Warm up:  Vocabulary Review Chapters 3-5
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Chapter 5, pages 53-56
4.	Meaning Reading: The Bridegroom 62-72
5.	Structure Reading:  The Bridegroom 62-72

Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Friday, 12/14/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  What would cause a person to write a poem/song?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the mood and tone of 
the poem.  How does it make you feel?

1.	Attendance
2.	Spelling Test:  Chapter 5 Words
3.	Vocabulary Test:  Chapter 5 Words
4.	Complete/Go over/Discuss:  Chapter 5, page 57
5.	Feeling Reading:  The Bridegroom 62-72
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
7.	Turn in:  MYD Tracking Sheet



Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 12/10/12-12/14/12
Monday, 12/10/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 4
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information?
Learning Target: I can at least describe 3 types of graphs and their uses:  
pie charts, bar graphs, and line graphs
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Preassessment:  Graphs
3.	View Video:  Graphs
4.	Take:  Cornell notes on the different types of graphs
5.	Turn in:  Cornell notes
6.	Turn in:  MLKJ Essays
Differentiation:  Individual/Groups arranged according  to motivation and 
artistic ability
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Tuesday, 12/11/12- Wednesday -12/12/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard: G3.2  Analyze how the environment and environmental changes 
affect people.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information? What will you be using graphs 
for in the near future?
Student Engagement/Essential Question: Why do people have different eye 
colors?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to construct a table and a bar 
graph  utilizing collected information.
Warm Up:  Graphs quizzes
1.	Attendance/Agenda checks
2.	Discuss:  Graphic organizers and their usefulness (seating chart)
3.	Table Discussion:  Why do people have different eye colors?
4.	Model:  Survey-  Eye color
5.	Make Table:  Eye color
6.	Make Bar Graph:  Eye Color
7.	Turn and Talk:  How do you think we could turn information from the 
table and bar graph into a pie chart?  (Hint:  think about converting raw 
scores to grades)
8.	Together:  Class  survey
9.	Together:  Class Table- Class Eye Color
10.	Together:  Class Graph- Class Eye Color
11.	Extension:  Make Pie Chart out of class table information
Differentiation:  Individual/Group
Checks for understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Eventual individual or group 
surveys charts and graphs
12.	 Points/MYD tracking sheet
Thursday, 12/13/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information? What will you be using graphs 
for in the near future?
Student Engagement:  What are your predictions in regard to Skittle colors? 
Why?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to construct a table and graph 
representing Skittle colors.
1.	Attandance/Agenda checks
2.	Warm up/Review:  Graphs quizzes
3.	Table Discussion:  What is your prediction in regard to Skittles 
colors?
4.	Discussion regarding proper group behavior.
5.	Sort:  Skittles into different colors
6.	Make Table: Skittle’s colors
7.	Make Bar Graph:  Skittle’s colors
8.	Group leaders report out and share graphs
Differentiation Extension:  Make a pie chart of the Skittle’s colors
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Group graph shares/ Eventual 
individual or group surveys charts and graphs
9.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Friday, 12/14/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 5
Student Engagement/Essential Question:  How can graphs and graphic organizers 
help me to organize and interpret information? What will you be using graphs 
for in the near future?
Learning Target:  The student will design their own survey, table and graph 
in groups or individually.

1.	Attendance/ Agenda checks
2.	 Review graphing information
3.	 Table discussion:  What type of survey and will it be done 
individually or in a group?
4.	 Assessment:  Basic Graphing information
5.	Design:  The student will design their own survey, table and graph in 
groups or individually.
6.	Homework:  Conduct survey and be ready to use table information to 
make graphs utilizing create a graph on Monday, 12/17/12
Differentiation Extension:  Make a pie chart for individual or group surveys
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate/Group graph shares/ Eventual 
individual or group surveys charts and graphs
7.	Turn in:   Points/MYD Tracking Sheet

Learning Strategies 12/10/12-12/14/12
Monday, 12/10/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search:  Hilmo #10
3.	Computer Lab
4.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
5.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 12/11/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	 Spelling Practice Test:  Hilmo #10 Vocabulary
3.	 Complete/Discuss/Go over:  Hilmo #10 Vocabulary Handout
4.	Complete/Discuss: Raw scores to decimals and percentages to grades
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns
Wednesday, 12/12/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
                                        1.      Attendance
2.	Book Log
3.	Revisiting
4.	Reviewing 
5.	 Rehearsing
6.	Read together:  Nana Hannah’s Piano
7.	Responding/Reflecting
8.	Complete Reflection #1-3 (Student Guide p. 9-11)
9.	Strategies Discussion
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
10.	Points/Concerns
Thursday, 12/13/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns
Friday, 11/14/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo # 10
3.	Vocabulary Test:  Hilmo #10
4.	Preview:  Nana Hannah’s Piano
5.	Revisiting
6.	Reviewing 
7.	 Rehearsing
8.	Reading
9.	Responding/Reflecting
10.	Responding/Reflecting 
11.	Complete Reflection #1-3 (Student Guide p. 9-11)
12.	Strategies Discussion
13.	Play:  TBA
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
14.	Points/Concerns



Language Arts Lesson Plans 12/3/12-/12/7/12

Monday 12/3/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Essay Competition
Learning Target:  The student will understand what is meant by first person 
point of view.
1.	Warm up:  Hilmo List #1
2.	Attendance
3.	Read:  The Bracelet, page 149-165
4.	Think about:  Arts Commission Essay 
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet

Tuesday, 12/4/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Essay Competition
Learning Target:  The student will have an understanding of racial 
discrimination.
1.	Warm up:  Hilmo List #2,9
2.	Attendance
3.	Look over/Discuss sample MLK essays
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Wednesday-Friday, 12/7/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 8
Student Engagement:  How do I learn to become a better writer?
Learning Target:  The student will write biographic information on a famous 
scientist based on research.
1.	Warm up:  Hilmo List # 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
2.	Attendance 
3.	Make-ups and Retakes
4.	Work on and complete:  Scientist Paper
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet


Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 12/3/12-12/7/12
Monday, 12/3/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can demonstrate knowledge about interacting with the 
environment.
1.	Attendance
2.	Test (open Cornell notes):  Chapter 5, sections 1-3
3.	Turn in:  Cornell notes, Chapter 5, section 1-3
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Tuesday, 12/4/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Essay Competition
Learning Target:  The student will understand be able to describe instances 
of discrimination.
1.	Read/Discuss: Rosie the Riveter
2.	Read/Discuss:Tuskegee Airmen
3.	Read/Discuss: Jewish Information
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Wednesday, 12/5/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Essay Competition
Learning Target:  The student will complete a prewrite for the Martin Luther 
King Jr. Celebration Essay Competition
1.	Prewrite:  Arts Commission Essay Competition handout
2.	Begin:  Arts Essay Competition
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Thursday-Friday, 12/7-8/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 10
Student Engagement:  Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Essay Competition
Learning Target:  The student will write a quality essay according to written 
specifications
1.	Complete:  Arts Essay Competition
2.	Make-ups and Retakes
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet



Learning Strategies 12/3/12-12/7/12
Monday, 12/3/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Word Search:  Hilmo #9
3.	Computer Lab
4.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
5.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 12/4/12
To Wissinger’s class
Wednesday, 12/5/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
                                        1.      Attendance
2.	Book Log
3.	Revisiting
4.	Reviewing 
5.	 Rehearsing
6.	Read together:  Nana Hannah’s Piano
7.	Responding/Reflecting
8.	Complete Reflection #1-3 (Student Guide p. 9-11)
9.	Strategies Discussion
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
10.	Points/Concerns
Thursday, 12/6/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns
Friday, 11/30/12- Continue Nana Hannah’s Piano
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo # 9
3.	Vocabulary Test:  Hilmo #9
4.	Book Log
5.	Preview:  Nana Hannah’s Piano
6.	Revisiting
7.	Reviewing 
8.	 Rehearsing
9.	Reading
10.	Responding/Reflecting
11.	Responding/Reflecting -

12.	Complete Reflection #1-3 (Student Guide p. 9-11)
13.	Strategies Discussion
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
14.	Points/Concerns


Language Arts Lesson Plans 11/26/12/-11/30/12
Monday, 11/26/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  write sentences with correct punctuation.
Student Engagement: Why is correct sentence structure important?
1.	Attendance
2.	Turn in:  Reading Logs for 11/19/12-11/25/12
3.	DOL:  Week 8, Day 1
4.	Word Search: Vocab Chapter 4
5.	Read/Complete/Go over:  A Normal Kid with a Big Voice
6.	Homework:  Read average 20 minutes per/day for 5 days/week
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
7.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Tuesday, 11/27/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  write sentences with correct punctuation.
Student Engagement: Why is correct sentence structure important?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 8, Day 2
3.	Read Vocab Chapter 4: pages 37-39
4.	Complete/Go Over/Turn in:  Vocab pages 40-41
5.	Homework:  Read average 20 minutes per/day for 5 days/week
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
6.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Wednesday, 11/27/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  write sentences with correct punctuation.
Student Engagement: Why is correct sentence structure important?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 8, Day 3
3.	Practice Test:  Vocab Chapter 4
4.	Read/Complete/Go Over/Turn in:  OSPI Reading Assessment Strand and 
Target selection TBA
5.	Homework:  Read average 20 minutes per/day for 5 days/week
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
6.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Thursday, 11/29/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  write sentences with correct punctuation.
Student Engagement: Why is correct sentence structure important?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 8, Day 4
3.	Complete/Go Over/Turn in:  Vocab Chapter 4 pages 42-43
4.	Study for:  Vocab Chapter 4 Spelling and Vocab Test for 11/29/12
5.	Homework:  Read average 20 minutes per/day for 5 days/week
6.	Turn in:  MYD Tracking Sheet
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
7.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Friday, 11/30/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  write sentences with correct punctuation.
Student Engagement: Why is correct sentence structure important?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over/ Turn in DOL:  Week 10, Day 5
3.	Test:  Vocab Book Chapter 4 Spelling Test
4.	Test: Vocab Chapter 4  Vocab Test 
5.	Homework:  Read average 20 minutes per/day for 5 days/week
6.	Turn in:  MYD Tracking Sheet
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
7.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet



Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 11/26/12-11/30/12
Monday, 11/26/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can give examples of natural resources.
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 5, section 1
3.	Complete:  Chapter 5, section 1 guided reading and quiz
4.	Complete:  Cornell notes, Chapter 5, section 1
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Tuesday, 11/27/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can give examples of land use.
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 5, section 2
3.	Complete:  Chapter 5, section 2 guided reading and quiz
4.	Complete:  Cornell notes, Chapter 5, section 2
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Wednesday, 11/28/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can give examples of people’s effect on the environment.
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 5, section 3
3.	Complete:  Chapter 5, section 3 guided reading and quiz
4.	Complete:  Cornell notes, Chapter 5, section 3
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Thursday, 11/29/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can give examples of natural resources.
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 5 sections 1-3
3.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 5, sections 1-3 guided reading and quiz
4.	Complete:  Cornell notes, Chapter 5, section 1-3
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet
Friday, 11/30/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can demonstrate knowledge about interacting with the 
environment.
1.	Attendance
2.	Test (open Cornell notes):  Chapter 5, sections 1-3
3.	Turn in:  Cornell notes, Chapter 5, section 1-3
Differentiation:  Individual/Group 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	 Points/MYD Tracking Sheet


Learning Strategies 11/26/12-11/30/12
Monday, 11/26/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 11/27/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Word Search:  Hilmo List #8
4.	Practice Spelling Test: Hilmo List #8
5.	Practice: Raw Scores to percentages to decimals to grades
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	Points/Concerns
Wednesday, 11/28/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
                                        1.      Attendance
2.	Book Log
3.	Preview:  Nana Hannah’s Piano
4.	Revisiting
5.	Reviewing 
6.	 Rehearsing
7.	Reading
8.	Responding/Reflecting
9.	Responding/Reflecting -

10.	Complete Reflection #1-3 (Student Guide p. 9-11)
11.	Strategies Discussion
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
12.	Points/Concerns
Thursday, 11/29/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns
Friday, 11/30/12- Continue Nana Hannah’s Piano
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
                                        1.      Attendance
2.	Book Log
3.	Preview:  Nana Hannah’s Piano
4.	Revisiting
5.	Reviewing 
6.	 Rehearsing
7.	Reading
8.	Responding/Reflecting
9.	Responding/Reflecting -

10.	Complete Reflection #1-3 (Student Guide p. 9-11)
11.	Strategies Discussion
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
12.	Points/Concerns




Language Arts Lesson Plans 11/13/12/-11/21/12
Tuesday- Friday, 11/13-16/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  describe  the Sasquatch Reading Awards
Student Engagement: What words can I add these words to my active vocabulary?
1.	Attendance
2.	Library: Sasquatch Reading Awards 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
3.	Points/Concerns 
Monday, 11/19/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  write sentences with correct punctuation.
Student Engagement: Why is correct sentence structure important?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete DOL: Week 8
3.	Handout:  Hatchet wksht chapters 16-18
4.	Read Hatchet:  Chapters 16-18 
5.	Complete/Go over/Turn in:  Hatchet handout, chapters 16-18
6.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
7.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Tuesday, 11/20/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I know the elements of the story, “Hatchet”.
Student Engagement: Do you think you could survive like Brian did?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over/Turn In:  Hatchet Cornell notes
3.	Go over:  RBA I Answers
4.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
5.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Wednesday, 11/21/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  write sentences with correct punctuation.
Student Engagement: Why is correct sentence structure important?
1.	Attendance
6.	Finish  over:  RBA I Answers
2.	Complete/Go over/Turn in: DOL: Week 9
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
3.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet


Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 11/14/12- 11/21/12
Tuesday-Wednesday, 11/13-14/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can demonstrate knowledge of Earth’s Human Geography.
Student Engagement:  How can answering questions increase my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Test: Chapter 3 closed book/open notes test
3.	Turn in:  Cornell notes for Chapter 3, sections 1-4
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 11/15/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can define culture.
Student Engagement:  How can answering questions increase my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  Chapter 3 Test
3.	Turn in:  Cornell Notes and Veteran’s Day Essay
4.	Read:  Chapter 4, section 1 using the SQ3R Method
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 11/16/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe how culture and society are intertwined.
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 4, section 2 using the SQ3R Method
3.	Work On:  Chapter 4, sections 1-2 Guided Reading and Quizzes
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Monday, 11/19/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe the relationship between culture and society.
Student Engagement:  How can answering questions increase my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over/Turn in:  Chapter 4, sections 1-2 Guided Reading and 
Quizzes
3.	Write:  Chapter 4, sections 1-2 Cornell Notes
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 11/20/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe how cultural change takes place.
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 4, section 3 using the SQ3R Method
3.	Complete/Go over/Turn in:  Chapter 4, sections 3 Guided Reading and 
Quiz
4.	Homework:  Write Cornell notes Chapter 4 section 3
5.	Study for:  Open Cornell notes test over Chapter 4
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 11/21/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge about culture on the Chapter 
3 test.
1.	Attendance
2.	Test (open Cornell notes):  Chapter 4, sections 1-3
3.	Turn in:  Cornell notes for Chapter 4, sections 1-3
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit


Learning Strategies 11/13/12-11/21/12
Tuesday, 11/13/12
Learning Target:  I can convert raw scores to percentages.
1.	Attendance/Agenda
2.	Hilmo # 7 Word Search
3.	Practice Test: Hilmo List #7

Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	Points/Concerns
Wednesday, 11/14/12 Soaring to Success Lesson 3
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Word Search:  Hilmo Spelling Test #6
4.	Revisiting - group conference
5.	Reviewing – Reciprocal Teaching Posters 2,3 Students: Summarize
6.	Rehearsing:
7.	KWL Question
8.	Guided Preview/Vocab pages 16-23: fins, oxygen, gills, slits
9.	Fluency Focus: Integration
10.	 Reading and Reciprocal Teaching -
11.	Silent Read:  Great White Shark
12.	Check Questions
13.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
14.	 Summarize
15.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
16.	Question 
17.	Predict 
18.	 Responding/Reflecting -
19.	KWL (Poster 5)
20.	Reflection #3 (Student Guide p. 8)
21.	Strategies Discussion
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
1.	Points/Concerns
Thursday, 11/15/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to  my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
2.	 Attendance/Agenda
3.	Computer Lab
4.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
5.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	Points/Concerns
Friday, 11/16/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know the meaning of relevant 6th grade vocabulary from 
Hilmo list #6
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Read/Discuss:  Coach Gives Teenager a Home, Gets a Star Quarterback
3.	Test:  Hilmo List #7
4.	Test:  Vocabulary#7
5.	SSR
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	Points/Concerns
Monday, 11/19/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 11/20/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Spelling Test:  Hilmo Spelling Test #7
4.	Vocabulary Test: Hilmo Test # 7
5.	Silent Read:  Great White Shark
6.	Check Questions
7.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
8.	 Summarize
9.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
10.	Question 
11.	Predict 
12.	 Responding/Reflecting -
13.	KWL (Poster 5)
14.	Complete Reflection #2-3 (Student Guide p. 8)
15.	Strategies Discussion
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	Points/Concerns
Wednesday, 11/21/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
Check for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	Points/Concerns


Language Arts Lesson Plans 11/5/12/-11/9/12
Monday 11/5/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can know what a general/specific essay is.
Student Engagement: How can this informati
1.	Attendance
2.	Go over:  Hatchet handouts 10-12
3.	Discuss/Go over: Veteran’s Day Essay
4.	Work on:  Veteran’s Day Essay
5.	Write:  ELA SMART goals
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
6.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Tuesday-Wednesday 11/6-7/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I demonstrate my ELA skills on the RBA part II
Student Engagement:  How can information from the RBA help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Begin:  RBA part I
3.	Homework:  Complete and type Veteran’s Day Essay
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Thursday, 11/8/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can make grammatical corrections to incorrect sentences.
Student Engagement: How can I add these words to my active vocabulary?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 7, Days 1-5
3.	Read:  Hatchet Chapters 13-15
4.	Complete/Go over/Turn In:  Hatchet Chapter 13-15
5.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
6.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Friday, 11/9/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can demonstrate my knowledge  of vocabulary words learned 
this quarter.
Student Engagement: How can I add these words to my active vocabulary?
1.	Attendance
2.	Test:  ELA Cumulative Review
3.	SSR
4.	Turn in : Reading Log and MYD tracking sheet
5.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
6.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
7.	Hand out Reading Log and ELA tracking sheet
Tuesday- Friday, 11/13-16/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can  describe  the Sasquatch Reading Awards
Student Engagement: What words can  I add these words to my active vocabulary?
1.	Attendance
2.	Library: Sasquatch Reading Awards 
3.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet




Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 11/5/12- 11/9/12
Monday, 11/5/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can write a general/specific essay. 
Student Engagement: How can this information help me.
1.	Attendance
2.	Discuss/Go over: Veteran’s Day Essay
3.	Work on:  Veteran’s Day Essay
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Tuesday, 11/6/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe urbanization.
Student Engagement:  How can answering questions increase my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 3, sections 1-2 Guided Reading and Quizzes
3.	Write:  Chapter 3, sections 1-2 Cornell Notes
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday 11/7/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe global trade patterns.
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 3, sections 3-4 using the SQ3R Method
Differentiation:  Individual /Group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 11/8/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe different types of government.
Student Engagement:  How can answering questions increase my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 3, sections 3-4 Guided Reading and Quizzes
3.	Write:  Chapter 3, sections 3-4 Cornell Notes
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 11/9/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe urbanization.
Student Engagement:  How can answering questions increase my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Test: Chapter 3 closed book/open notes and handouts test.
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit



Learning Strategies 11/5/12-11/9/12
Monday, 10/5/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can complete the lexile testing for my Achievement 3000 
profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Lexile Testing
5.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 10/6/12
Learning Target:  I can convert raw scores to percentages.
1.	Attendance/Agenda
2.	 Mrs. Wissinger’s to my class 
3.	Practice Test: Hilmo List #6 
4.	Work on:  Raw Scores to decimals to percentages to grades
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns

Wednesday, 11/7/12 Soaring to Success Lesson 3
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Word Search:  Hilmo Spelling Test #6
4.	Revisiting - group conference
5.	Reviewing – Reciprocal Teaching Posters 2,3 Students: Summarize
6.	Rehearsing:
7.	KWL Question
8.	Guided Preview/Vocab pages 16-23: fins, oxygen, gills, slits
9.	Fluency Focus: Integration
10.	 Reading and Reciprocal Teaching -
11.	Silent Read:  Great White Shark
12.	Check Questions
13.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
14.	 Summarize
15.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
16.	Question 
17.	Predict 
18.	 Responding/Reflecting -
19.	KWL (Poster 5)
20.	Reflection #3 (Student Guide p. 8)
21.	Strategies Discussion
for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
1.	Points/Concerns
Thursday, 11/8/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know how to respond to message sent to  my Achievement 
3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
2.	 Attendance/Agenda
3.	Computer Lab
4.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
5.	Individualized Instruction
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	Points/Concerns
Friday, 11/9/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know the meaning of relevant 6th grade vocabulary from 
Hilmo list #6
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Test:  Hilmo List #6
3.	Test:  Vocabulary
4.	SSR
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns






Language Arts Lesson Plans 10/29/12-10/26/12 Hatchet
Monday 10/29/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I know the parts of a summary.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  DOL Week 6 Day 1
3.	Write/Turn in:  SMART Goals for ELA
4.	Read Hatchet:  Chapter 9
5.	Complete/Go over:  Hatchet Handout Chapters 7-9
6.	Theme/Summary Quiz
7.	Continue: Definition of Theme p. 225-235
8.	Summary to include:  Topic Sentence, 3 detail sentences, 
Conclusionary Sentence
9.	Vocabulary- Context clues
10.	Prediction
11.	Main Idea
12.	What does definition mean?
13.	What does describe mean?
14.	Fact/Opinion
15.	Conclusion

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
16.	Handout: MYD tracking sheet/Reading Log for next week
Tuesday, 10/30/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can identify the theme of a “The All American Slurp” 
pages  227-234
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?

1.	Attendance
2.	Curry Spelling/Vocabulary List Chapter 3 Word Search: kneel, wrench, 
debt, doubt, bomb, plumber, tomb, autumn, calm, rhyme, knack, knowledge, 
knuckle, wrestled, wrinkle, numb, palm, hymn rhythm, film
3.	DOL:  Week 6, Day 2
4.	Read:  “The All American Slurp” pages  227-234
5.	Test:  Recognize theme
6.	Read:  Hatchet, chapter 10-12
7.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
8.	Complete/Turn In:  Chapter 10-12  Hatchet Handout
9.	Write SMART GOALS for ELA
10.	MYD Points/Concerns Tracking Sheet
11.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
12.	 Points/Concerns
Wednesday, 10/31/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can take responsibility for remediating/maintaining my 
grade.
Student Engagement: What is your goal for this quarter’s grades?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 6, Day 3
3.	Retakes/Make up work
4.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
5.	 Points and Concerns- MYD tracking sheet
Thursday, 11/1/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: 
Student Engagement: How can I add these words to my active vocabulary?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 6, Day 4
3.	Complete/Turn In:  Chapter 10-12  Hatchet Handout
4.	Complete/Go over/Turn In:  Curry Spelling List # 3 pages 5-6
5.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
6.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
Friday, 11/2/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can spell and know the meaning of words with silent 
letters.
Student Engagement: How can I add these words to my active vocabulary?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 6, Day 5
3.	Test:  Curry Spelling List #3 on back of DOL
4.	Test:  Curry Spelling Vocabulary List #3
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
5.	Points/Concerns and MYD tracking sheet
6.	Turn in:  Reading Homework and MYD tracking sheet


Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 10/29/12-11/2/12
Monday, 10/29/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use my textbook as a resource to find information in 
regard to Geography.
Student Engagement:  How can my notes help  me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Review Notes:  Chapter 1-2
3.	Open book test:  Chapter 1-2 
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday,  10/30/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can explain the difference between population density and 
population growth.
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue Open book test:  Chapter 1-2 
3.	Read:  Chapter 3, sections 1-2 using the SQ3R Method
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 10/31/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use my time wisely to improve my grade.
Student Engagement:  How can I improve my grades?
1.	Attendance
2.	Make ups/retakes
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 11/1/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe urbanization.
Student Engagement:  How can answering questions increase my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  Chapter 3, sections 1-2 Guided Reading and Quizzes
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday 11/2/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target: I can describe global trade patterns.
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 3, sections 3-4 using the SQ3R Method
Differentiation:  Individual /Group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate

Learning Strategies 10/29/12-11/2/12
Monday, 10/29/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I set up/view my Achievement 3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab:
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 10/30/12
1.	Attendance/Agenda
2.	To Mrs. Wissinger’s class for LS
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	Points/Concerns
Wednesday, 10/31/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can make up my assignments/tests
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Hilmo Spelling  List #5  Word Search
3.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
4.	 Summarize
5.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
6.	Question 
7.	Predict 
8.	 Responding/Reflecting -
9.	KWL (Poster 5)
10.	Reflection #2 (Student Guide p. 7)
11.	Strategies Discussion
12.	Summarize Lesson
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
13.	Points/Concerns
Thursday, 11/1/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I set up/view my Achievement 3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Lexile Testing
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns
Friday, 11/2/12 Soaring to Success Lesson 3
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Test:  Hilmo Spelling Test #5
4.	Revisiting - group conference
5.	Reviewing – Reciprocal Teaching Posters 2,3 Students: Summarize
6.	Rehearsing:
7.	KWL Question
8.	Guided Preview/Vocab pages 16-23: fins, oxygen, gills, slits
9.	Fluency Focus: Integration
10.	 Reading and Reciprocal Teaching -
11.	Silent Read:  Great White Shark
12.	Check Questions
13.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
14.	 Summarize
15.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
16.	Question 
17.	Predict 
18.	 Responding/Reflecting -
19.	KWL (Poster 5)
20.	Reflection #3 (Student Guide p. 8)
21.	Strategies Discussion


Language Arts Lesson Plans 10/22/12-10/26/12 Hatchet
Monday, 10/22/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can take notes on story elements utilizing Cornell notes.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	Vocabulary /Spelling List Chapter 3 Word Search: hemorrhage, 
cardiologist, cardiovascular, epidermis,  neonatal, prenatal, anemia, 
dermatology
3.	DOL:  Week 5, Day 1
4.	Read:  Hatchet, chapter 6 page 57
5.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
6.	Complete/Turn In:  Chapter 5-6  Hatchet Handout
7.	MYD Points/Concerns Tracking Sheet
8.	Homework:  20 minutes/day or 100 minutes per week 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
9.	 Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 10/23/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I know the meaning of the 
roots “card”, “derm”, “hem/em”, “nat”
Student Engagement: How can I add these words to my active vocabulary?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 5, Day 2
3.	Read:  Vocabulary Handout Book  26-30
4.	Complete/Go over:  Vocab handouts pages 31-32
5.	Continue :  Theme p. 220-235
6.	Definition of Theme
7.	Summary to include:  Topic Sentence, 3 detail sentences, 
Conclusionary Sentence
8.	Vocabulary- Context clues
9.	Prediction
10.	Main Idea
11.	What does definition mean?
12.	What does describe mean?
13.	Fact/Opinion
14.	Conclusion
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Wednesday, 10/24/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can take identify story elements utilizing Cornell notes.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 5, Day 3
3.	Read Hatchet :  Chapter 7 - 9
4.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
5.	Continue: Definition of Theme p. 225-235
6.	Summary to include:  Topic Sentence, 3 detail sentences, 
Conclusionary Sentence
7.	Vocabulary- Context clues
8.	Prediction
9.	Main Idea
10.	What does definition mean?
11.	What does describe mean?
12.	Fact/Opinion
13.	Conclusion
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Thursday, 10/25/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I  can use the chapter 3 vocabulary words in a sentence.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL: Week 5, Day 4
3.	Complete/Go Over:  Vocabulary Handouts pages 33-34
4.	Complete/Go Over:  Hatchet handouts chapters 7-9
5.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
6.	Continue: Definition of Theme p. 225-235
7.	Summary to include:  Topic Sentence, 3 detail sentences, 
Conclusionary Sentence
8.	Vocabulary- Context clues
9.	Prediction
10.	Main Idea
11.	What does definition mean?
12.	What does describe mean?
13.	Fact/Opinion
14.	Conclusion

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Friday 10/26/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can identify the theme of a selection.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Turn in:  DOL: Week 5, Day 5
3.	Test:  Vocabulary /Spelling Test  Chapter #3
4.	Test:  Identifying theme, etc
5.	Turn in MYD tracking sheet/Reading Log for the week
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences



Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 10/22/12-10/26/12
Monday, 10/22/12
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can name some forces shaping the Earth.
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	View Video:  Plate tectonics 
3.	Take/ Discus:  Cornell Notes on Plate tectonics
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 10/23/12 
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can name and describe the 5 Themes of Geography
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	View Video:  Five Themes of Geography
3.	Take/ Discuss Cornell Notes:  Five Themes of Geography
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 10/24/12- Healthy Kid Survey 1st Period
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can define latitude and longitude.
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	View Video:  Maps and Globes
3.	Take Notes/ Discuss Cornell Notes:  Maps and Globes
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 10/25/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use my notes to study/ understand of The Five Themes 
of Geography and the Earth’s Physical Geography.
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Review Notes:  Chapter 1-2
3.	Study for open notes test:  Chapter 1-2 for 10/26/12
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 10/26/12
SS Standard:  G1.1	 Use and construct maps charts, and other resources 
to gather and interpret geographic information.
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use my notes to study/ understand of The Five Themes 
of Geography and the Earth’s Physical Geography.
Student Engagement:  How can my notes help  me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Review Notes:  Chapter 1-2
3.	Open notes test:  Chapter 1-2 
Differentiation:  Individual 
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit

Learning Strategies 10/22/12-10/26/12
Monday, 10/22/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I set up/view my Achievement 3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab:
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	Points/Concerns
Tuesday, 10/22/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can convert raw scores to grades.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR 
3.	Hilmo Spelling and Vocab Practice test # 5
4.	Raw Score to decimal to percentage to grade conversion
5.	Hilmo S & P Vocab Word Search #5
Wednesday, 10/24/12 Soar to Success:  Lesson 2
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal  teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Test:  Hilmo Spelling Test #4
4.	Revisiting - group conference
5.	Reviewing – Reciprocal Teaching Posters 2,3/Model:  Summarizing
6.	Rehearsing:
7.	KWL Question
8.	Guided Preview/Vocab pages 10-15: microscope, skeleton, cartilage
9.	Fluency Focus: Reading Rate
10.	 Reading and Reciprocal Teaching -
11.	Silent Read:  Great White Shark
12.	Check Questions
13.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
14.	 Summarize
15.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
16.	Question 
17.	Predict 
18.	 Responding/Reflecting -
19.	KWL (Poster 5)
20.	Reflection #2 (Student Guide p. 7)
21.	Strategies Discussion
22.	Summarize Lesson
Thursday 10/25/12

Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I set up/view my Achievement 3000 profile.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning? 
Differentiation:  individual seating /levels
1.	 Attendance/Agenda
2.	Computer Lab
3.	Log on:  Achievement 3000
4.	Lexile Testing
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Points/Concerns

Friday, 10/26/12 Soar to Success:  Lesson 2 Continued
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 reading and reciprocal  teaching strategies.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Test:  Hilmo Spelling Test #4
4.	Revisiting - group conference
5.	Reviewing – Reciprocal Teaching Posters 2,3/Model:  Summarizing
6.	Rehearsing:
7.	KWL Question
8.	Guided Preview/Vocab pages 10-15: microscope, skeleton, cartilage
9.	Fluency Focus: Reading Rate
10.	 Reading and Reciprocal Teaching -
11.	Silent Read:  Great White Shark
12.	Check Questions
13.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
14.	 Summarize
15.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
16.	Question 
17.	Predict 
18.	 Responding/Reflecting -
19.	KWL (Poster 5)
20.	Reflection #2 (Student Guide p. 7)
21.	Strategies Discussion
22.	Summarize Lesson


Social Studies Test tomorrow, 10/19/26 over Chapter 2, sections 3-4

Spelling Test on 10/19/26 over Curry List # 2:

schedule
screaming
splash
split
unless
different
effort
office
accused
soccer
schoolmate
scrape
screen
splinter
embarrass
missile
necessary
cliff
business
pressure

Language Arts Lesson Plans 10/15/12-10/19/12 Hatchet
Monday, 10/15/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can take identify story elements utilizing Cornell notes.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	Curry Spelling List # 2 Word Search
3.	DOL:  Week 4, Day 1
4.	Read:  Hatchet, chapter 3
5.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
6.	Review:  Theme- Blue Book 220-235
7.	Definition of Theme
8.	Summary to include:  Topic Sentence, 3 detail sentences, 
Conclusionary Sentence
9.	Vocabulary- Context clues
10.	Prediction
11.	Main Idea
12.	What does definition mean?
13.	What does describe mean?
14.	Fact/Opinion
15.	Conclusion
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Tuesday, 10/16/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can take identify story elements utilizing Cornell notes.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 4, Day 2
3.	Read:  Hatchet, chapter 4
4.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Wednesday, 10/17/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can take identify story elements utilizing Cornell notes.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL:  Week 4, Day 3
3.	Complete:  Curry Spelling List #2 handout pages 3-4
4.	Read:  Hatchet, chapter 3
5.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Thursday, 10/18/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can read words with blends and double consonants.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL: Week 4, Day 4
3.	Complete:  Curry Spelling List #2 pages handout pages 5-6
4.	Read:  Hatchet, chapter 4
5.	Continue:  Cornell notes on plot
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Friday, 10/19/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can read words with blends and double consonants.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	DOL: Week 4, Day 5
3.	Test:  Curry Spelling  List #2
4.	Complete/Discuss: Hatchet handouts chapters 3-4
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 10/15/12-10/19/12
Monday, 10/15/12
 SS Standard:  G1.1 Use and construct maps, charts, and other resources to 
gather and interpret geographic information.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can name different types of precipitation.
Student Engagement:  How does precipitation affect me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Go over:  Chapter 2, section 3 guided reading /quiz page
3.	Take:  Cornell Notes on Chapter 2, section 3, pages 40-49
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 10/16/12
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use the SQ3R Method to study Chapter 2, section 4
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 2, section 4 page 50-55
3.	Use SQ3R Method
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 10/17/12
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use map keys to interpret different types of maps.
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 2, section 4 guided reading and quiz
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 10/18/12
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and are affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use Cornell notes to study Chapter 2, section 4
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Take Cornell Notes:  Chapter 2, section 4 page 50-55
3.	Study for:  Chapter 2, sections 3-4 test for 10/19/12
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 10/19/12
SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of human 
societies affect and ae affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use Cornell notes to take test for Chapter 2, section 
4
Student Engagement:  How can the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Study for:  Chapter 2, sections 3-4 test 
3.	Take Test:  Chapter 2, sections 3-4 
4.	Use:  Cornell Notes on Chapter 2, sections 3-4
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	MYD/Points/Exit



Learning Strategies 10/15/12-10/19/12
Monday, 10/15/12
Common Core Standard: Critical Thinking Strand Target 11
Learning Target:  I can use the 7 spelling tips to help me study for Hilmo 
Spelling List #4
Student Engagement:  How will it help me to know the meaning of the words on 
Hilmo Spelling List #4?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Take Pretest:  Hilmo Spelling List #4
4.	Discuss: Hilmo Spelling List #4 vocabulary
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 10/16/12 – To Wissinger’s Class
Wednesday, 10/17/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can name and describe the 4 strategies for success.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Word Search:  Hilmo List #4
3.	Display:  Poster #1 TE p1
4.	Intro: Revisiting TE p. 2 –Reread or group conference
5.	Book Log 141-142
6.	Model Group Conference
7.	Intro: Reviewing 
8.	Poster 4-5
9.	Intro Rehearsing:  
10.	Intro Poster
11.	Intro:  Reading and Reciprocal Teaching – TE p4
12.	Display Posters 2-3
13.	Silent Read:  Jack and Jill
14.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies – TE 5
15.	 Summarize
16.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
17.	Question 
18.	Predict 
19.	Intro: Responding/Reflecting TE p 6
20.	Summarize Intro Lesson
Thursday- Friday 10/18-19/12  Soar to Success:  Lesson 1
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I can use the 4 strategies reading and reciprocal teaching 
strategies
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR – Book Log
3.	Revisiting - group conference
4.	Reviewing – Reciprocal Teaching Posters 2,3
5.	Rehearsing:  
6.	Intro:  Great White Shark
7.	KWL
8.	Guided Preview/Vocab pages 3-9
9.	KWL Question
10.	Fluency Focus: Phrasing
11.	 Reading and Reciprocal Teaching -
12.	Silent Read:  Great White Shark
13.	Check Questions
14.	Model and Reciprocal Teach Strategies: 
15.	 Summarize
16.	Clarify- Phonics and Clarify- Comprehension 
17.	Question 
18.	Predict 
19.	 Responding/Reflecting -
20.	KWL (Poster 5)
21.	Reflection #1 (Student Guide p. 6)
22.	Strategies Discussion
23.	Summarize Intro Lesson
24.	Test:  Hilmo Spelling Test #4


Language Arts Lesson Plans 10/8/12-10/19/12 Hatchet
Monday, 10/8/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can do my best on MAPS testing.
Student Engagement: Why is doing my best on MAPS important?
1.	Attendance
2.	MAPs Testing
Checks for Understanding: Circulate
3.	Points and Concerns/Exit

Tuesday, 10/9/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can identify story elements in the story, “Hatchet”
Student Engagement: What do you predict will happen next?
1.	Attendance
2.	Read/Listen:  Hatchet chapter 2
3.	Continue:  Story Elements Cornell Notes

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Wednesday, 10/10/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I understand the meaning words with the roots of “viv” 
and “mort”
Student Engagement: Why is correct punctuation and grammar important?
1.	Attendance
2.	Discuss/Practice Test:  Spelling/Vocab Words chapter 2
3.	Complete/Discuss:  Hatchet handout chapters 1-2

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Thursday, 10/11/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can spell words with the Greek and Latin roots “mor” 
and “viv”
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  DOL Week 3, Sentence 1-5
3.	Take:  Vocab/Spelling Test chapter 2
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	 Points/ Concern
Friday, 10/12/12 – No school


Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 10/8/12-10/12/12
Monday, 10/8/12
Learning Target:  I can do my best on MAPs testing.
Student Engagement:  How  can MAP testing help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	MAPs testing
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 10/9/12
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the causes of their characteristics.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can utilize my Cornell notes for Chapter 2, section 1-2
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Continue:  Cornell Notes Chapter 2, section 2
3.	Take Test:  Chapter 2, sections 1-2 pages 28-39
4.	Use:  Cornell  Notes on Chapter 2, section 1-2 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate

Wednesday, 10/10/12
SS Standard:  G2.1  Describe the natural characteristics of places and 
regions and explain the causes of their characteristics.
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can explain why climates vary.
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 2, section 3 pages 40-47
3.	Use SQ3R Method
4.	Take:  Chapter 2, section 3 guided reading /quiz page 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 10/11/12
 SS Standard:  G3.1.2b:  Explain how the actions and interactions of juman 
societies affect and ae affected by environment with regard to air, water, 
and land issues
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can take Cornell notes for Chapter 2, section 2
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Go over:  Chapter 2, section 3 guided reading /quiz page
3.	Take:  Cornell Notes on Chapter 2, section 3, pages 40-49
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit


Learning Strategies 10/8/12-10/12/12
Monday, 10/8/12
Common Core Standard: Critical Thinking Strand Target 11
Learning Target:  I can use the library appropriately.
Student Engagement:  How do I ta
1.	Attendance
2.	Library
3.	SSR
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 10/9/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand Target 4
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	To Wissinger’s class joins us for intervention
3.	Review:  Vocabulary Chapter’s 1-2
4.	Review:  Story Elements
5.	Review:   Nouns
6.	Review:  Narrative Fiction
7.	Complete:  Convert raw scores to decimals and then to percentages
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating/graph paper or regular lined 
paper.
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	MYD/Points/Exit

9.	10/10	1.00	100	A+
10.	9/10		.90	90	A-
11.	8/10		.80	80	B-
12.	7/10		.70	70	C-
13.	6/10		.60	60	D-
14.	5/10		.50	50	F

Wednesday, 10/10/12
Common Core Standards: Learning Strands Comprehension Target 4
Learning Target:  I can explain what footnotes are used for.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Practice Test:  Hilmo #3
3.	Study for:  Hilmo #3
4.	Go over:  Vocabulary, “The Stone, page 28”
5.	Organize backpack/folders
6.	Read:  library books, text books, dictionaries, class set books, 
write stories or poetry
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 10/11/12
Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand 4
Learning Target:  I know what footnotes are.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Take:  Hilmo Final Test #3 
4.	Vocabulary Test:  p. 28 and foot notes
5.	Hand out:  Hilmo List for the year
6.	Soar to Success Intro & Set Up
7.	SSR
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating/graph paper or regular lined 
paper.
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 10/12/12  - No School- Professional Development Day
10/10		1.00	100	A+
9/10		.90	90	A-
8/10		.80	80	B-
7/10		.70	70	C-
6/10		.60	60	D-

Language Arts Lesson Plans 10/1/12-10/5/12 Reading Week
Monday, 10/1/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can define Narrative-Fictional writing.
Student Engagement: What are some of your favorite fictional stories?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  DOL Week 2, Sentence 1
3.	Complete:  Noun Video
4.	Complete:  Spelling/Vocabulary Word Search p.6 (review) and 16
5.	Vocabulary Read:  Chapter 2, pages 16-20
6.	Define:  Narrative Fictional Writing
7.	Define/Read:  Synopsis- circle nouns

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
8.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Tuesday, 10/2/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can identify story elements in the novel, Hatchet.
Student Engagement: What would you need to survive in the wilderness?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  DOL Week 2, Sentence 2
3.	Complete/Go over: Chapter 2, page 21-22
4.	Read:  Hatchet, chapter 1
5.	Take:  Cornell Notes on Plot


Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
6.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Wednesday, 10/3/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can recognize and fix grammatical errors in sample 
sentences.
Student Engagement: How can I improve my grades?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  DOL Week 2, Sentence 3
3.	Make-Ups/Retakes

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Thursday, 10/4/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can explain the meaning of  the roots “viv”, “mor” .
Student Engagement: Why is correct punctuation and grammar important?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  DOL Week 2, Sentence 4
3.	Complete:  Vocab Chapter 2, pages 23-24
4.	Write: Spelling/Vocabulary Word 3 x
5.	Read/Listen:  Hatchet chapter 2
6.	Continue:  Story Elements Cornell Notes

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
7.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Friday, 10/5/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I understand the meaning words with the roots of “viv” 
and “mort”
Student Engagement: Why is correct punctuation and grammar important?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  DOL Week 2, Sentence 5
3.	Test:  Spelling/Vocab Words chapter 2
4.	Complete/Discuss:  Hatchet handout chapters 1-2

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
5.	Points and Concerns/Exit



Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule10/1/12-10/5/12
Monday, 10/1/12
Standard:  G1.2  Recognize spatial patterns on Earth’s surface and understand 
the processes that create these patterns.
Learning Target:  I can use the SQ3R Method to improve my comprehension.
Student Engagement:  What study methods can improve my comprehension?
1.	Attendance
2.	Chapter 2, section 2 :  Finish SQ3R Method – Recite and Review
3.	Take/Go over:  Chapter 2, section 2 guided reading /quiz page p. 112
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit

Tuesday, 10/2/12
Standard:  G1.2  Recognize spatial patterns on Earth’s surface and understand 
the processes that create these patterns.
Learning Target:  I can name some forces shaping the Earth.
Student Engagement:  How can  the movement of the Earth affect me?
1.	Attendance
2.	View:  What’s Inside the Earth?
3.	View:  Continents Adrift
4.	Complete:  Viewing Guide/Notes
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating/Notes: picture, word, 
phrase, sentence during or after video.
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	Group Discussion:  What did you learn?
6.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 10/3/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can improve my grade by completing make-up work/retakes.
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Make up work/retakes
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit

Thursday, 10/4/12
Standard:  G1.2  Recognize spatial patterns on Earth’s surface and understand 
the processes that create these patterns.
Learning Target:  I can take Cornell notes for Chapter 2, section 2
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Take:  Cornell Notes on Chapter 2, section 1-2 pages 28-39
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 10/5/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can utilize my Cornell notes for Chapter 2, section 1-2
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Take Test:  Chapter 2, sections 1-2 pages 28-39
3.	Use:  Cornell Notes on Chapter 2, section 1-2 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate

Monday, 10/8/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can explain why climates vary.
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 2, section 3 pages 40-47
3.	Use SQ3R Method
4.	Take:  Chapter 2, section 3 guided reading /quiz page 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate


Learning Strategies 10/1/12-10/5/12
Monday, 10/1/12
Common Core Standard: Critical Thinking Strand Target 11
Learning Target:  I can convert percentages to decimals and into grades.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Handback:  Hilmo Final Test #2 
4.	Go over: Hilmo Final Test #2
5.	Convert:  Percentages to Decimals to Grades
6.	Pre test:  Hilmo’s List Vocab/Spelling Words #3
7.	SSR
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating/graph paper or regular lined 
paper.
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
8.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 10/2/12
Common Core Standards: Learning Strands Comprehension Target 1 and Analysis 
Target 5
Learning Target:  I can identify story elements in “Just Once”.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete: Word Search Hilmo: #3 / Write:  Hilmo #3 Words 3 times each
3.	Go over:  Vocabulary p. 28 for “The Stone”
4.	Read Together:  “The Stone”- pages 29-38
5.	Complete/Discuss/Turn in:  Story Elements Handout
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating/graph paper or regular lined 
paper.
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 10/3/12
Common Core Standards: Learning Strands Comprehension Target 1 and Critical 
Thinking Target 11
Learning Target:  I can identify story elements in “Just Once”.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Retakes/Make ups
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 10/4/12
Common Core Standard:  Learning Strand Critical Thinking Target 11
Learning Target:  I can identify 5 nouns in the classroom
Student Engagement:  What are nouns?
1.	Attendance
2.	Review: Story Elements
3.	View Video: Verbs
4.	Practice Spelling Test:  Hilmo #3
5.	Discuss: Verbs
6.	SSR
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 10/5/12
Common Core Standard: Learning Strand Comprehension Target 2 
Learning Target:  I can describe verbs.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Study: Spelling Test:  Hilmo #3
3.	Take: Spelling Test: Hilmo #2
4.	Review Nouns/  Verbs
5.	SSR
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	MYD/Points/Exit
10/10		1.00	100	A+
9/10		.90	90	A-
8/10		.80	80	B-
7/10		.70	70	C-
6/10		.60	60	D-
5/10		.50	50	F
Advisory/Connections Schedule/Lesson Plans 9/27/12
Thursday, 9/27/12
Learning Target:  I can recall some of the main points of the Mann Handbook.
1.	Attendance
2.	Review: SMART goals
3.	Play Jeopardy
4.	Dress code
5.	Violations
6.	Goal Setting 
7.	Mustang Way
8.	Just for Fun
9.	MYD/Points/CFU


Learning Strategies 9/24/12- 9/28/12
Monday, 9/24/12
Common Core Standard: Critical Thinking Strand Target 11
Learning Target:  I can convert percentages to decimals and into grades.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Handback:  Hilmo Final Test #1 and story elements test
4.	Go over: Hilmo Final Test #1 and story elements test
5.	Convert:  Percentages to Decimals to Grades
6.	Pre test:  Hilmo’s List Vocab/Spelling Words #2
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating/graph paper or regular lined 
paper.
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
7.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 9/25/12
Common Core Standards: Learning Strands Comprehension Target 1 and Analysis 
Target 5
Learning Target:  I can identify story elements in “Just Once”.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete: Word Search Hilmo: #2 / Write:  Hilmo #2 Words 3 times each
3.	Go over:  Vocabulary p. 18 for “Just Once”
4.	Read Together:  “Just Once”- pages 19-26
5.	Complete/Discuss/Turn in:  Story Elements Handout
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating/graph paper or regular lined 
paper.
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 9/26/12
Common Core Standards: Learning Strands Comprehension Target 1 and Critical 
Thinking Target 11
Learning Target:  I can identify story elements in “Just Once”.
Student Engagement:  How do I take responsibility for my learning?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete/Discuss/Turn in: Hilmo Vocabulary Sheet#2 / Write:  Hilmo #2 
Words 3 times each
3.	Discuss:  Vocabulary p. 18 for “Just Once”
4.	Read Questions: p. 27
5.	Read Again Together:  “Just Once”- pages 19-26
6.	Complete/Discuss:  Story Questions on p. 27


Language Arts Lesson Plans 9/24/12-9/28/12 Assessment Week
Monday, 9/24/12
ELA Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can recognize and fix grammatical errors in sample 
sentences.
Student Engagement: Why is correct grammar important?
1.	Attendance/Agenda
2.	View Video:  Sentence Structure
3.	Complete Collect: Vocabulary Book C: Pretest
Differentiation:  Individual help
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points and Concerns/Exit
Tuesday, 9/25/12
ELA Common Core Standard: Comprehension Target 1
Learning Target:  I recognize paragraphs in a text
Student Engagement: How can I be a better reader?
1.	Attendance/Agenda
2. 	6th Grade Q1A Reading Assessment
3.    SSR
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
	4.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Wednesday, 9/26/12
ELA Common Core Standard: Comprehension Target 1
Learning Target:  I recognize paragraphs in a text
Student Engagement: How can I be a better reader?
1.	Attendance/Agenda
Complete: 6th Grade Q1A Reading Assessment
2. 	6th Grade Q1A Reading Assessment
3.    SSR
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
	4.	Points and Concerns/Exit

Thursday, 9/27/12
ELA Common Core Standard: Comprehension Strand  Target 4
Learning Target:  I recognize paragraphs in a text
Student Engagement: How can I be a better speller?
1.	Attendance/Agenda
2.   Complete/Correct/Turn In:  Grade 6 Spelling Placement Test
3.    SSR
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
	4.	Points and Concerns/Exit




Friday, 9/28/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 4
Learning Target: I can recognize and fix grammatical errors in sample 
sentences.
Student Engagement: Why is correct punctuation and grammar important?
1.	Attendance
2.	View/ Discuss Video:  Nouns/Verbs
3.	Complete/Go Over/Turn in DOL:  Week 1 Days 1-5
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
4.	Points and Concerns/Exit




Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 9/24/12-9/28/12
Monday, 9/24/12
ELA Common Core Standards:  Comprehension Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use the SQ3R Method to study Chapter 2, Section 1
Student Engagement:   How can SQ3R improve my life?
1.	Attendance
2.	Seating Chart
3.	Hand back:  Chapter 1 Test
4.	Read:  Chapter 2, section 1 pages 25-32
5.	Use SQ3R Method
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
6.	MYD/Points/Exit

Tuesday, 9/25/12
Learning Target:  I can recognize harassment/bullying and its consequences.
Student Engagement:   How can I keep myself and others safe?
1.	Attendance
2.	Workshop in room # 107:  Bullying and Harassment
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	Exit
Wednesday, 9/26/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension StrandTarget 4
Learning Target:  I can name some causes of temperature change.
Student Engagement:  How does temperature affect me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Review:  Chapter 1, sections 1-2 quiz pages 63 and 67
3.	Open Book: Complete  Chapter 2, section 1 Guided Reading/Quiz pages 
107-108 
4.	Go over: Open Book:  Chapter 2, section 1 Guided Reading/Quiz pages 
107-108 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
5.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday,  9/27/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can use the SQ3R Method to study Chapter 2, Section 2
Student Engagement:   How does the SQ3R Method help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 2, section 2 pages 33-39
3.	Use SQ3R Method
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 9/28/12
ELA Common Core Standard:  Comprehension  Strand Target 2
Learning Target:  I can take Cornell notes for Chapter 2, section 2
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Take:  Cornell Notes on Chapter 2, section 2
3.	Take/Go over:  Chapter 2, section 2 quiz page p. 112
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit


Advisory

Monday, 9/17/12
Learning Target:  I can make a SMART goal.
1.	Attendance
2.	Review:  dreams/goals
3.	Lesson 8:Take Notes: Smart Goals
4.	Goal Setting Sheets
5.	MYD/Points/CFU
S 	specific
M	measureable
A	attainable
R	relevant/realistic
T	time bound

Learning Strategies 9/17/12- 9/21/12
Monday, 9/17/12
Learning Target:  I can name some important 6th grade words.
Student Engagement: Why are some words more important than others?
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Pretest:  Hilmo’s List Vocab/Spelling Words
Period: 3							Name:
Assignment:  Hilmo’s List #1				9/17/12
1.	globe (5)
2.	latitude(8)
3.	Equator (C-7)
4.	longitude (9)
5.	Prime Meridian (2W, C-13)
6.	hemisphere (10)
7.	verb (4)
8.	noun (4)
9.	conjunction (11)
10.	 continent (9)

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating/practice spelling or SSR
Checks for Understanding:  On going/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 9/18/12
Learning Target:  I can find something to read that I enjoy.
Student Engagement: Why do we need to know how to read?
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Hilmo’s List Vocab/Spelling Words Word Search
4.	Review of general vocab #1
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  On going/Circulate
5.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 9/19/12
Learning Target:  I can break words into chunks
Student Engagement: What is my best strategy for spelling words?
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Practice: Hilmo’s List Vocab/Spelling Words
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding: Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 9/20/12
Learning Target:  I can write my spelling words neatly.
Student Engagement:  Make/Beat:  Prediction for test score
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Practice Test: Hilmo’s List Vocab/Spelling Words
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating/Dictionary/regular lined or 
graph paper.
Checks for Understanding: Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 9/21/12
Learning Target:  I can break words into chunks.
Student Engagement:  Shark stories
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Test:  Hilmo’s List Vocab/Spelling Words
Differentiation: Individual and/or group seating/graph paper or regular lined 
paper.
 Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
1.	MYD/Points/Exit


Language Arts Lesson Plans 9/17/12-9/21/12
Monday, 9/17/12
Learning Target:  I can make a plan to be a better speller.
Student Engagement: What is the best strategy to learn spelling
8:20	Spelling Placement Test #4
8:50	Spelling Placement Test # 6
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate


9:05	Points and Concerns/Exit
Tuesday, 9/25/12
Learning Target: I can use the library appropriately.
Student Engagement: Why are library skills important?
8:20	Attendance
8:35	Library	
Differentiation:  Individual help
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points and Concerns/Exit
Wednesday, 9/26/12
Learning Target: I can use words with the Latin Roots of viv/mort/mor
Student Engagement:   Why is learning new words important?
1.             Attendance
2. 	  DOL:  Week 1:  Days 1-5
2.	Complete/Go over:  Vocabulary Lesson #2 pages 17-22

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group setting
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate, Illustration of sentences
3.	Points and Concerns/Exit
Thursday, 9/27/12
Learning Target: I can use the library appropriately.
Student Engagement: Why are library skills important?
8:20	Attendance
8:35	Library	
Differentiation:  Individual help
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points and Concerns/Exit
Friday, 9/28/12
Learning Target: I can use the library appropriately.
Student Engagement: Why are library skills important?
8:20	Attendance
8:35	Library	
Differentiation:  Individual help
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points and Concerns/Exit


Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 9/17/12-9/21/12
Monday, 9/17/12
Learning Target:  I can explain the meaning of Constitution Day
Student Engagement:  What is the purpose of a constitution?
1.	Attendance
2.	View and Discuss:  Constitution Video
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
3.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 9/18/12
Learning Target:  I can take Cornell notes.
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Cornell Notes: Chapter 1, section 2 Pages 16-22
3.	Study for Chapter 1 Test to take place on 9/20/12
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 9/19/12
Learning Target:  I can take Cornell notes.
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete: Make up work
3.	Study for Chapter 1 Test to take place on 9/20/12
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday, 9/20/12
Learning Target:  I can name some different types of maps and globe features.
Student Engagement:  Why do we need to understand how to use maps and globes?
1.	Attendance
2.	View/Discuss Maps and Globes video
3.	Take: Notes on video
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 9/21/12
Learning Target:  I can use my Cornell notes on my Chapter 1 test.
Student Engagement:  How can Cornell notes help me?
1.	Attendance
2.	Final Notes Prep for Chapter 1 test
3.	Take:  Chapter 1 test 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
4.	MYD/Points/Exit



Advisory/Connections Schedule/Lesson Plans 9/10/12-9/14/12

Monday, 9/10/12
8:30-9:15	Connections/Advisory
Learning Target:  I will have a better understanding of pages 9-15 in my 
agenda
1.	 Attendance
2.	Lesson Plans
3.	Lesson 4: pages 9-15 Student Handbook
4.	MYD/ Points/CFU
Tuesday, 9/11/12
8:30-9:15	Connections
Learning Target:  I will have a better understanding of 9/11
1.	 Attendance
2.	Review :  pages 9-11
3.	Lesson 5: 9/11 Assembly
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
Wednesday, 9/12/12
8:30-9:15	Connections
Learning Target:  I will have a better understanding of what college is about.
1.	Attendance
2.	 Review:  9/11
3.	Lesson  6: College Info/Ideas
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
Thursday, 9/13/12
8:30-9:15	Connections
Learning Target:  I will know MMS Behavior Expectations
1.	Attendance
2.	 Behavior assembly
3.	MYD/Points/CFU

Friday, 9/14/12
8:30-9:15	Connections
Learning Target:  I will have a better understanding of the difference 
between dreams and goals.
1.	Attendance
2.	Review:  College Info
3.	Lesson 7: Define/Complare/Contrast between dreams and goals
4.	MYD/Points/CFU

Learning Strategies 9/10/12-9/14/12
Monday, 9/10/12
Learning Target:  I can name the 5 blocks of Soar to Success
Student Engagement: Why do we need to know how to read?
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	View/Discuss:  Attitudes
4.	Poster 1: Revisiting, Reviewing, Rehearsing, Reading, 
Responding, /Reflecting
5.	Revisiting
6.	Reviewing
7.	Rehearsing
8.	Reading and Reciprocal Teaching (Posters 2-3)
9.	Responding/Reflecting
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  On going
10.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 9/11/12
Learning Target:  I can name the 5 blocks of Soar to Success
Student Engagement: Why do we need to know how to read?
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	SSR
3.	Classroom Compact
4.	Poster 1: Revisiting, Reviewing, Rehearsing, Reading, 
Responding, /Reflecting
5.	Revisiting
6.	Reviewing
7.	Rehearsing
8.	Reading and Reciprocal Teaching (Posters 2-3)
9.	Responding/Reflecting
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  On going
10.	MYD/Points/Exit

Wednesday, 9/12/12
Learning Target:  I can break words into chunks
Student Engagement: Shark pictures
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	Lesson 1: Great White Shark pages 3-9
3.	Independent Reading Books
4.	Poster 1: Revisiting, Reviewing, Rehearsing, Reading, 
Responding, /Reflecting
5.	Poster 2:Clarify/Phonics, Clarify, Question, Predict
6.	Posters  3-5
7.	Independent Reading Books
8.	Student Guide Page 6
9.	Strategy Prompts :SG 137-139
10.	Chart Paper and Markers
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding: Ongoing
11.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 9/12/12
Learning Target:  I can break words into chunks
Student Engagement:  Shark pictures

1.	Attendance
2.	Lesson 2: Great White Shark pages 10-15
3.	Independent Reading Books
4.	Poster 1: Revisiting, Reviewing, Rehearsing, Reading, 
Responding, /Reflecting
5.	Poster 2:Clarify/Phonics, Clarify, Question, Predict
6.	Posters  3-5
7.	Independent Reading Books
8.	Student Guide: Page 7
9.	Strategy Prompts :SG 137-139
10.	Chart Paper and Markers

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding: Ongoing
11.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday. 9/13/12
Learning Target:  I can break words into chunks.
Student Engagement:  Shark stories

1.	Attendance
2.	Lesson 3: Great White Shark pages 16-23
3.	Independent Reading Books
4.	Poster 1: Revisiting, Reviewing, Rehearsing, Reading, 
Responding, /Reflecting
5.	Poster 2:Clarify/Phonics, Clarify, Question, Predict
6.	Posters  3-5
7.	Independent Reading Books
8.	Student Guide :Page 8
9.	Strategy Prompts :SG 137-139
10.	Chart Paper and Markers
11.	Home Connection Letter

Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing
1.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 9/14/12
Learning Target:  I can name some strategies to help me decode and understand 
words
Student Engagement:  Pleasure Reading
1.	Attendance
2.	Goal/Sharing Revision
3.	Pleasure Reading Survey/Skill Reflection
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing
4.	MYD/Points/Exit



Language Arts Lesson Plans 9/10/12-9/14/12- Reading Week
Monday, 9/10/12
Learning Target:  I can identify plot and setting
Student Engagement: Dragon Pictures
Activities:
8:20	Goal Setting
8:35	Complete/Go over: Spelling Unit 1 p. 12  Word Search words 1-10, p. 1 
Practice
8:50	Read(Blue Book)- Fiction Dragon Dragon p. 2-9 notes on plot and 
setting
Differentiation:  Individual and /or group seating/if finished with word 
search practice writing spelling words
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points and Concerns
Tuesday, 9/11/12
Learning Target:  I can use words with the Latin and Greek roots of gen and 
gener
Student Engagement: Dragon Pics
Activities:
8:20	Classroom Compact
8:35	1.  Vocabulary Lesson 1:  Read pages 5-9
	2.  Complete/Go over:  Vocabulary wkshts 10-11
8:50	1. Dragon Coloring Sheets
2. Read (Blue Book)- Fiction Dragon Dragon p. 2-14
Differentiation:  Individual and /or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:15	Points and Concerns
Wednesday, 9/12/12
Learning Target: I can write words in which the sound /s/ is spelled se or ce 
at the end
Student Engagement: Why is correct spelling important?
Activities:
8:20	Spelling List 6
8:35	Complete/Go over: Spelling Unit 1 p.12 Word Search words 11-20, page 
2Practice
8:50	Complete plot diagram: Reader’s Handbook :  p. 676/Elements of 
Literature p. 3
Differentiation:  Individual and /or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points and Concerns
Thursday, 9/13/12
Learning Target:  I can use words with the Latin or Greek roots of gen and 
gener
Student Engagement:  What are the elements found in an interesting story?
Activities:
8:20	Spelling Pointers Packet
8:35	Spelling Practice Test : Unit 1 Words 1-20
8:50	Complete/Go over: Vocabulary Lesson 1 : 12-13
	OSPI Reading STEMS – Story Elements
Complete: Writing Assignment STEM p. 27 
Differentiation:  Individual and /or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points and Concerns

Friday, 9/14/12
Learning Target: I can name the 5 story elements
Student Engagement:What are my goals  for assessment today?
Activities:
8:20	Spelling List 7
8:35	Spelling Final Test: Unit 1 words 1-20
8:50	Reading Test:  
1.	 Play tape
2.	Story Elements
3.	Summary
Differentiation:  Individual and /or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing/Circulate
9:05	Points/Concerns

Social Studies Lesson Plans/Schedule 9/10/12-9/14/12
Monday, 9/10/12
Learning Target:  I know what SQ3R stands for.
Student Engagement: Why is knowing how to study important?
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	Complete:  Foundations of Geography Scavenger Hunt #10-17
3.	SQ3R: Table of Contents-p 7
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating options
Checks for Understanding:  On going
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Tuesday, 9/11/12
Learning Target:  I can explain what happened on 9/11 and what we have 
learned from the event
Student Engagement: Do you know anyone affected by 9/11?
Activities:
1.	Attendance
2.	9/11/ Info/ (Pictures)
3.	Word Search/Vocabulary:  Chapter 1
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding: Ongoing
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Wednesday, 9/12/12
Learning Target:  I can explain the usefulness of Cornell Notes.
Student Engagement:  What is the purpose of taking notes?
1.	Attendance
2.	SQ3R: The Five   Themes of Geography pages  10-15
3.	Cornell Notes page 10-15
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding: Ongoing
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Thursday. 9/13/12
Learning Target:  I can name at least 3 geographer’s tools.
Student Engagement:  Why do we need geography tools?
1.	Attendance
2.	SQ3R: Geographer’s Tools pages 16-22
3.	Cornell Notes:  Pages 16-22
Study for Chapter 1 Test  for 9/14/12 
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing
4.	MYD/Points/Exit
Friday, 9/14/12
Learning Target:  I can explain the meaning of Constitution Day
Student Engagement:  What is the purpose of a constitution?
1.	Attendance
2.	Constitution Day Activity
3.	Test:  Chapter 1 (Open Notes)
Differentiation:  Individual and/or group seating
Checks for Understanding:  Ongoing
4.	MYD/Points/Exit


9/5-7/12Schedule/Lesson Plans
Wednesday 9/5/12
8:30-9:15	Connections/Advisory
1.	 Attendance
2.	Read Mustang Way
3.	Discuss:  What does the Mustang Way Mean to You?
4.	Discuss:  Advisory Syllabus
5.	Questions :
6.	MYD/ Points/CFU
9:19-10:08	1st Period   	Social Studies
1.	Attendance
2.	Go over Geography Syllabus/Class Room Rules
3.	Geography Word Search
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
10:12-11:01	2nd Period	Language Arts
1.	Attendance
2.	 Go over Language Arts Syllabus
3.	Montanya Start Up Activities
4.	MYD /Points/CFU
11:01-11:31	Lunch		Lunch
11:35-12:24	3rd Period	Learning Strategies
1.	Attendance
2.	Widen   Your Choices Part I
3.	Discussion
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
12:28-1:17	4th Period	Electives/Planning
1:21-2:10	5th Period	Language Arts
1.	 Attendance
2.	Go over Language Arts Syllabus
3.	Montanya Start Up Activities
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
2:11-3:00	6th Period	Social Studies
1.	Attendance
2.	Go over Geography Syllabus/Class Room Rules
3.	Geography Word Search
4.	MYD/Points/CFU

Thursday 9/6/12
8:30-9:15	Connections
1.	 Attendance
2.	Review:  Mustang Way
3.	Go over:  Agenda pages 3-4
4.	Discuss:  Dress Code
5.	MYD/Points/CFU
9:19-10:08	1st Period   	Social Studies
1.	Attendance
2.	Geography Vocabulary Handout
3.	MYD/Points/CFU
10:12-11:01	2nd Period	Language Arts
1.	Attendance
2.	Poems:  Your Words and Attitude
3.	Brain Storm: Classroom Compact(School Rule, Mustang Way, Poems)
4.	MYD/ Points/CFU
11:01-11:31	Lunch		Lunch
11:35-12:24	3rd Period	Learning Strategies
1.	Attendance
2.	Widen   Your Choices Part II
3.	Discussion
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
12:28-1:17	4th Period	Electives/Planning
1:21-2:10	5th Period	Language Arts
1.	 Attendance
2.	Poems: Your Words and Attitudes
3.	Brain Storm: Classroom Compact(School Rule, Mustang Way, Poems)
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
2:11-3:00	6th Period	Social Studies
1.	Attendance
2.	Geography  Vocabulary Handout
3.	MYD/Points/CFU
Friday, 9/7/12
8:30-9:15	Connections
1.	 Review:  Dress Code
2.	Student Handbook page 4:  School Rule
3.	Discuss:  Student Handbook pages 5-8
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
9:19-10:08	1st Period   	Social Studies
1.	Attendance
2.	Geography Scavenger Hunt
3.	Go Over:  Geography Scavenger Hunt
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
10:12-11:01	2nd Period	Language Arts
1.	Attendance
2.	 Discuss:  Classroom Compact
3.	Discuss:  Organized Space is an Organized Mind
4.	Homework:  Organized Space is an Organized Mind due 9/10/12
5.	MYD/Points/CFU
11:01-11:31	Lunch		Lunch
11:35-12:24	3rd Period	Learning Strategies
1.	Attendance
2.	Widen   Your Choices Part III
3.	Discussion
4.	MYD/Points/CFU
12:28-1:17	4th Period	Electives/Planning
1:21-2:10	5th Period	Language Arts
1.	 Attendance
2.	Discuss:  Classroom Compact
3.	Discuss:  Organized Space is an Organized Mind
4.	Homework:  Organized Space is an Organized Mind due 9/10/12
5.	MYD/Points/CFU
2:11-3:00	6th Period	Social Studies
1.	Attendance
2.	Geography Scavenger Hunt
3.	Go Over Geography Scavenger Hunt
4.	MYD/Points/CFU



6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan  6/4/12-6/25/12
Monday 6/4/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe what causes the 
seasons.
Agenda: describe what causes the seasons
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Complete and go over:  Chapter 1, lesson 2, 17D, 17F Handout
3.	View Video:  The Universe
4.	Take:  20 notes
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 6/6/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to list objects in the universe.
Agenda: list objects in the universe
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Complete:   Universe Video
3.	Solar System Word Search
4.	Complete:  20 notes
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday-Thursday, 6/6-7/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe what determines 
gravity.
Agenda: describe what determines gravity
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Complete:   Universe Video
3.	Complete:  20 notes
4.	Space Text book:  Chapter 1, lesson 3, pages 18-21
5.	Complete:  21D-21F lesson 3
6.	Go over:  21D21F
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 6/8/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe what causes the moon’s 
phases.
Agenda: describe what causes the moon’s phases
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Complete:   Universe Video
3.	Complete:  20 notes
4.	Space Text book:  Chapter 1, lesson 4, pages 22-27
5.	Complete:  27D-27F lesson 4
6.	Go over:  27D27F
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Monday, 6/11/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  The student will describe tides.
Agenda: describe tides
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 1, lesson 5, pages 28-35
3.	Complete/Go over : Handouts 31 D and 31F
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 6/12/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  review space info
Agenda: review space info
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 1 review
3.	Study for :  Chapter 1 Test on Wednesday 6/13/12
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 6/13/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  review space info
Agenda: review space info
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Test:  Chapter 1
3.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 6/14/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  understand the significance of space travel
Agenda: understand the significance of space travel
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	View Video:  Apollo 13
3.	Begin:  Video Guide
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 6/15/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  understand the significance of space travel
Agenda: understand the significance of space travel
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	View Video:  Apollo 13
3.	Continue:  Video Guide
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Monday, 6/18/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  understand the significance of space travel
Agenda: understand the significance of space travel
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Complete Video:  Apollo 13
3.	Complete/Discuss:  Video Guide
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 6/19/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  turn in all make up work
Agenda: turn in all make up work
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Turn in:  All make-up work
3.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 6/20/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  turn in all make up work
Agenda: turn in all make up work
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Turn in:  All make-up work
3.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 6/21/12 
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will see/discuss King Tut exhibit.
Agenda:  see/discuss King Tut exhibit
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	6th Grade Field Trip!!!!  Yea!
Friday, 6/21/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will enjoy 6th grade review/reflection.
Agenda:  enjoy 6th grade review/reflection
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	6th Grade Field Activity Day
3.	Reflection
Monday 6/25/12
Learning  Target: The student will enjoy 6th grade review/reflection.
Agenda:  enjoy 6th grade review/reflection
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Last Day of School Assembly
3.	Reflection









6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 6/4/12-
6/25/12
Monday, 6/4/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the actions of the Han Dynasty’s 
leaders.
Agenda:  describe the actions of the Han Dynasty’s leaders
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	View Video:  China 
4.	Chapter 5 test:  open notes
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 6/5/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will understand why cities were built beside 
rivers.
Agenda:  understand why cities were built beside rivers
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	View Video:  Cultural Respect
4.	Extra Credit Notes
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 5/6/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe life in Ancient China
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete Video:  Cultural Respect (Muslims)
4.	View Video:  Mulan
5.	Begin:  Story Elements Form
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 6/7/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe life in Ancient China
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	DOL:  Mulan
4.	View Video:  Mulan
5.	Complete/Turn in:  Story Elements Form
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 5/8/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will explain why cities and towns were built by 
rivers.
Agenda:  explain why cities and towns were built by rivers.
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read:  Chapter 7, section 1, pages 220-231
4.	Complete/Go over:  7-1 Quiz
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Monday, 6/11/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Geography (Ms.Rodarte/Mr. Mendoza)
4.	Points/Review

Tuesday, 6/12/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the three main social classes in 
Chinese society.
Agenda:  describe the three main social classes in Chinese society
Circulate
6.	Attendance 
7.	Agenda
8.	Read:  Chapter 7, section 2, pages 232-239
9.	Complete/Go over:  7-2 Quiz
10.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 6/13/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe how a Chinese ruler used roads 
and canals to unite China.
Agenda:  describe how a Chinese ruler used roads and canals to unite China
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read:  Chapter 7, section 3 pages 240-248
4.	Complete:  Go over:  7-3 Quiz
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 6/14/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:
5.	Attendance
6.	Agenda
7.	Ancient Egypt Review (Ms. Washington/Ms. Sullivan)
8.	Points/Review
Friday, 6/15/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Ancient India Review (Ms. Wegener/Ms. Letellier)
4.	Points/Review
Monday, 6/18/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge of Ancient China
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge of Ancient China
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Chapter 7 test:   open notes
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 6/19/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will uncover some misconceptions about Muslims
Agenda:  
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Chapter 10:   Islamic Civilization (Ms. Montanya)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 6/20/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:  
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Europe in the Middle Ages Review (Mr. Winterton)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 6/21/12 
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will see/discuss King Tut exhibit.
Agenda:  see/discuss King Tut exhibit
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	6th Grade Field Trip!!!!  Yea!
Friday, 6/21/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will enjoy 6th grade review/reflection.
Agenda:  enjoy 6th grade review/reflection
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	6th Grade Field Activity Day
3.	Reflection
Monday 6/25/12
Learning  Target: The student will enjoy 6th grade review/reflection.
Agenda:  enjoy 6th grade review/reflection
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Last Day of School Assembly
3.	Reflection


7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 6/4/12-
6/25/12
Monday, 6/4/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from different cultures?
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding  of African 
Culture.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding  of African Culture.
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Chapter 13 Test:  Open notes
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Tuesday 6/5/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from different cultures?
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding  of African 
Culture.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding  of African Culture.
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete: Chapter 13 Test:  Open notes
4.	View Video:  Cultural Respect
5.	Take 15 notes
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Wednesday, 6/6/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from different cultures?
Learning Target:   The student will describe how deserts, coastline, and 
oases of Arabia shaped the Arab way of life.
Agenda:  describe how deserts, coastline, and oases of Arabia shaped the Arab 
way of life
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete:  Video/Notes for Cultural Respect
4.	Read:  Chapter 11-1 pages 368-379
5.	Complete/Go over:  11-1 Quiz
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 6/7/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from different cultures?
Learning Target:   The student will describe how deserts, coastline, and 
oases of Arabia shaped the Arab way of life.
Agenda:  describe how Muslims spread Islam
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Read:  Chapter 11-2 pages 379-386
4.	Complete/Go over:  11-2 Quiz
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 6/7/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from different cultures?
Learning Target:   The student will describe Muslim contributions.
Agenda:  describe Muslim contributions
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Read:  Chapter 11-3 pages 387-395
4.	Complete/Go over:  11-3 Quiz
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 6/8/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: How does geography affect our lives?
Learning Target:   The student will describe geography tools.
Agenda:  describe geography tools
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Geography Review:  Chris Cruz
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Monday, 6/11/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Chapter 4 Ancient Greeks Review
4.	Points/Review

Tuesday, 6/12/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:  
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Chapter 5 Greek Civilization (Ms. Woodall)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 6/13/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:  
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Ancient Rome Review
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 6/14/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:
5.	Attendance
6.	Agenda
7.	Medieval Africa
8.	Points/Review
Friday, 6/15/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Medieval Europe(Mr. Richardson)
4.	Points/Review
Monday, 6/18/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge of Ancient China
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge of Ancient China
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	The Renaissance and Reformation Review (Ms. Ewing/Ms. Morris)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 6/19/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will uncover some misconceptions about Muslims
Agenda:  
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Enlightenment and Revolution Review
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 6/20/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:  
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Islamic Civilization (Ms. Montanya)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 6/21/12 
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: 
Agenda:  
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	7thth Grade Field Trip!!!!  Yea!
Friday, 6/22/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will enjoy 7th grade review/reflection.
Agenda:  enjoy 7th grade review/reflection
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	7th Grade Field Activity Day
3.	Reflection
Monday 6/25/12
Learning  Target: The student will enjoy 7th grade review/reflection.
Agenda:  enjoy 7th grade review/reflection
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Last Day of School Assembly
3.	Reflection


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan    5/21/12-
5/24/12
Monday, 5/21/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How does Space affect me?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe planets in our solar 
system.
Agenda: describe planets in our solar system
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	View Video:  Planets
3.	Take Video Notes
4.	Read:  Planet packet
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 5/22/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How is the sun’s energy related to our food supply?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how plants grow.
Agenda: describe how plants grow
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Read about:  planting beans
3.	View Video:  Sunlight / EC Notes
4.	Read:  Chapter 4, page 72
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Wednesday, 5/23/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How is the sun’s energy related to our food supply?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how plants grow.
Agenda: describe how plants grow
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Plant bean plants using gravel, sand, and potting soil following 
planting directions
3.	Complete:  Plant word search
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Thursday, 5/24/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How is the sun’s energy related to our food supply?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the planets and the 
solar system.
Agenda: describe the planets and the solar system
Circulate
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	View Video:  Planets and the Solar System /Ist Period Assembly
3.	Complete/Discuss:  Viewing Guide
4.	Begin Space Text book:  Chapter 1
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 5/21/12
Monday, 5/21/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will understand the importance of family ties 
in early Chinese society.
Agenda:  understand the importance of family ties in early Chinese society.
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read:  Chapter 5, section 1, pages 134-141
4.	Complete and go over:  Chapter 1, section 1 handout
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 5/22/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will understand the influence Confucianism had 
on Chinese society.
Agenda:  understand the influence Confucianism had on Chinese society
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	View Video:  Ancient China
4.	Take:  15 notes
5.	Read:  Chapter 5, section 2, pages 142-148
6.	Complete and go over:  Chapter 1, section 2 handout
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Wednesday, 5/23/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will complete make up work.
Agenda:  complete make up work.
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete:  make up work
4.	Points/Review
Thursday, 5/24/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the actions of the Han Dynasty’s 
leaders.
Agenda:  describe the actions of the Han Dynasty’s leaders
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Go over:  Chapter 5, section 1 quiz
4.	Read:  Chapter 5, section 2
5.	Complete and go over:  Chapter 1, section 2 142-148 ( guided reading)
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 5/21/12-
5/24/12
Monday, 5/21/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate can understand how geography 
can discourage people from exploring another place.
Agenda:  can understand how geography can discourage people from exploring 
another place
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Read:  Chapter 13, section 1 pages 444-459
4.	Complete:  Chapter 13, section 1 handout
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Tuesday, 5/22/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of how 
African rulers governed their empires.
Agenda:  understanding of how African rulers governed their empires
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Go over:  Chapter 13, section 1 handout
4.	Video:  Africa 
5.	Take Notes:  15
6.	Read:  Chapter 13, section 2 pages 460-467
7.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 13, section 2 handout
8.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU

Wednesday, 5/23/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of how 
African rulers governed their empires.
Agenda:  understanding of how African rulers governed their empires
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete:  Make up work
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 5/24/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of how 
African rulers governed their empires.
Agenda:  understanding of how African rulers governed their empires
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Read:  The Hungering Lion pages 454-459 and answer questions p. 459
4.	Complete:  Chapter 13, section 2 pages 460-467
5.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 13, section 2 handout
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan    5/14/12-
5/18/12
Monday, 5/14/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to review landforms.
Agenda: review land forms
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Take Test:  Chapter 1, lessons 1-2 retake
3.	Continue on:  Chapter 1 lesson 3-4 notecards
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday-Wednesday, 5/15-16/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the rock cycle.
Agenda: describe the rock cycle
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	View Video:  Rock Cycle
3.	View Video:  Rocks, Minerals, and Soil
4.	Take notes:  10 picture, word, phrase, or sentence
5.	Continue on:  Chapter 1 lesson 3-4 notecards
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 5/17/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to review landforms.
Agenda: review land forms
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Complete:  Chapter 1, lessons 3-4 retake
3.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 5/18/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the processes that 
break down rock.
Agenda: describe the processes that break down rock.
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Computer Lab:  20 notes on Space
3.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 5/14/12-
5/18/12
Monday, 5/14/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Library:  CBA People on the move
4.	Continue: Gandhi  right at 2:54
5.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 5/15/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Library:  CBA People on the move
4.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 5/16/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	 CBA: People on the Move - C
4.	Points/Review CFU
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 5/17/12
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	 CBA: People on the Move - C
4.	Gandhi Packet
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 5/18/12
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	 CBA: People on the Move - C
4.	Gandhi Packet
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)




7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 5/14/17-
5/18/12
Monday, 5/14/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Library:  7th Grade CBA
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Tuesday, 5/15/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Library:  7th Grade CBA
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Wednesday, 5/16/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	  7th Grade CBA- C
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 5/17/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	 7th Grade CBA-C
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 5/18/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Computer Lab: 7th Grade CBA- Early Presentations
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan    5/7/12-5/11/12
Monday 5/7/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to what causes rocks to break down.
Agenda: describe what makes rocks break down.
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read:  Chapter 2, lesson 1 page 32-46
4.	Begin:  Chapter 2, lesson 1 review and quiz
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 5/8/12
Learning Target:  I can complete the MSP with diligence.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	 MSP:  Do your best!
4.	View Video:  What’s Inside the Earth
5.	Notes:  EC
6.	Points/CFU
Wednesday, 5/9/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will work in study groups to review/describe:  
topography, elevation, relief, landform, plain, mountain, mountain range, 
plateau, landform region 
Agenda:  describe topography, elevation, relief, landform, plain, mountain, 
mountain range, plateau, landform region
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Study Groups:  :  topography, elevation, relief, landform, plain, 
mountain, mountain range, plateau, landform region
4.	Make note card for the aforementioned vocabulary
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 5/10/11
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	 MSP:  Do your best!
4.	View Video:  What’s Inside the Earth
5.	Points/Review
Friday, 5/11/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe in words and/or 
pictures each vocabulary term for Chapter 1, lessons 1-2
Circulate
Agenda: describe in words and/or pictures each vocabulary term for Chapter 1, 
lessons 1-2
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Study Groups:  :  Chapter 1, lessons 1-2 vocabulary/picture cards
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 5/7/12-
5/11/12
Monday, 5/7/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Continue: Gandhi  right  at 1:40
4.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 5/8/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda 
3.	Continue: Gandhi  right 2@
4.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 5/9/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Continue: Gandhi  right at
4.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 5/10/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Continue: Gandhi  right at 1:45
4.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 5/11/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Continue: Gandhi  right at 
4.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 5/7/12-
5/11/12

Monday, 5/7/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to  evaluate and make 
recommendation for the Renaissance Fair.
Agenda:  evaluate and make recommendation for the Renaissance Fair
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete Test:  Chapter 18
4.	View Video:  Africa
5.	Take Video Notes: 20
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Tuesday, 5/8/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete Test:  Chapter 18
4.	Go over:  7th Grade CBA requirements
5.	Library:  CBA
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Wednesday, 5/9/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Review:  7th Grade CBA requirements
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 5/10/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Library:  7th Grade CBA
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 5/11/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: 
Learning Target:   The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cause 
of conflict.
Agenda:  demonstrate an understanding of the cause of conflict
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete:  7th Grade CBA requirements
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU



6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan    4/30/12-5/4/12
Monday, 4/30/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to what causes rocks to break down.
Agenda: describe what makes rocks break down.
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 1 test
4.	Begin:  Chapter 2, lesson 1 page 32-46
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday-Wednesday 5/ 1-2/ 2012-  GPA-  Using the mean to calculate 
EALR 2:  Inquiry-  Collecting, Analyzing, Displaying Data- using the mean to 
analyze data
Essential Question:  How does my GPA affect my life? (hook)
Learning Target:  The student will be able to calculate hypothetical grade 
for a class, and grade point average for several classes.
Agenda:  I can calculate my estimated GPA
1.	 Attendance/Agenda check  (Break Barrier)
2.	Entry Task:  GPA
3.	Discussion:  GPA and study tips (ratio, differentiation)
4.	Model:  example class grade average and grade point average 
(technology)
5.	Individual Entry Task (Circulate):  class grade average and grade 
point average (technology -TiNspire, simple or long hand)
6.	Small Group/Partner option (Circulate):  class grade average and 
grade point average (differentiation/ technology- TiNspire, simple or long 
hand/ check for understanding)
7.	Whole Group check:  class grade average and grade point average 
(technology- TiNspire, simple or longhand/check for understanding)
8.	Individual GPA estimate (Circulate):  (differentiation, technology- 
TiNspire, simple, or long hand/ check for understanding exit task)
9.	Questions
10.	Chapter 1 Review
11.	Points/review (check for understanding)
Thursday, 5/3/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target 1:  The student will be able to explain the meaning of 
Chapter 1 vocabulary words:  topography, elevation, relief, landform, plain, 
mountain, mountain range, plateau, landform region
Agenda: calculate averages, chapter 1 vocab
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read:  Two Girl Scientists
4.	Review:  Averaging trials and grades (Why more than one trial?)
5.	Review:  Chapter 1 Test
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit test)
Friday, 5/4/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target 1:  The student will be able to explain the causes of 
tornados, hurricanes, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions
Agenda:
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video:  Natural disasters
4.	Complete:  video notes
5.	Rocks and minerals word search
6.	Complete: Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit test)
6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 4/30/12-
5/4/12
Monday, 4/30/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about customs of Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Collect:  Ghandi permission slips and field trip questionaire
4.	Complete:  View India customs video click hyperlink
5.	Take:  20 notes + EC notes
6.	Complete:  Chapter 6, section 1 handout
7.	Review:  Chapter 6, section 1, 190-201
8.	Correct:  Chapter 6, section 1 handout
9.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 5/2/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Collect:  Ghandi permission slips and field trip questionnaire
4.	Complete:  Chapter 6, section 2-3 handout
5.	Review:  Chapter 6, section 2-3
6.	Correct:  Chapter 6, section 2-3 handout
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 5/2/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Collect:  Ghandi permission slips and field trip questionnaire
4.	View: Gandhi
5.	Begin:  Gandhi  viewing guide
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 5/3/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Collect:  Ghandi permission slips and field trip questionnaire
4.	Continue: Gandhi
5.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 5/4/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Collect:  Ghandi permission slips and field trip questionnaire
4.	Continue: Gandhi  right at 1 hour
5.	Continue:  Gandhi  viewing guide
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


Monday 4/30/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist within 
large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will review the Renaissance Period.
Agenda:  review the Renaissance Period
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	View Video:  Medieval Siege Part 2
4.	Take Notes:  20
5.	Begin:  Chapter 18, Section 3 p.681
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Tuesday, 5/1/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist within 
large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe what is meant by the 
term “reason”.
Agenda:  describe what is meant by the term “reason”.
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Turn in:  Parent Letter, Prototypes, Sign
4.	Read /Discuss:  Chapter 18, lesson 3 pages 681-689
5.	Begin:  Chapter 18 Review lesson 3 review
6.	View Video:  Field Trip- The Road to Revolution click hyperlink
7.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Wednesday-Thursday, 5/2-3/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist within 
large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe why Europeans settled 
in North America from the 1500 to the 1700’s
Agenda:  describe why Europeans settled in North America from the 1500 to the 
1700’s
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Go over/Turn in:  Chapter 18, lesson 3 review
4.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 18, lesson 4, pages 690-701
5.	Complete: Chapter 18, lesson 4 review
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU

Friday, 5/4/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe why Europeans settled 
in North America from the 1500 to the 1700’s
Agenda:  describe why Europeans settled in North America from the 1500 to the 
1700’s
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Open Book Test:  Chapter 18
4.	If they finish test they can find and read chapter on Africa
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan    4/23/12-
4/27/12
Monday, 4/23/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe how maps show 
topography
Agenda: describe how maps show topography
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete: Chapter 1, lesson 4 handouts
4.	Go over:  Chapter 1, lesson 4 in book answers
5.	Go over:  Chapter 1, lesson 4 handouts
6.	Study for: Chapter 1 Test on Tuesday,4/24/12
Tuesday, 4/24/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe topographic maps.
Agenda: describe topographic maps
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 1 Review
3.	Chapter 1 Test
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 4/25/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe minerals.
Agenda: describe minerals
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Chapter 1 Test
3.	Chapter 2:  Intro and Inquiry Lab and Teacher Demo
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 4/26/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the mapping of the 
Earth.
Agenda: describe the mapping of the Earth
Circulate 
1.	Agenda
2.	Earth Surface Notes
3.	5 Maps and Globes Notes
4.	5 GPS and GIS Notes
5.	5 Notes on Topographic Maps
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 4/27/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe map features.
Agenda:  describe map features.
Circulate
1.	Agenda
2.	Chapter 1 Test
3.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 4/23/12-
4/27/12
Monday, 4/23/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe similarities and differences of 
religions around the world.
Agenda:  describe similarities and differences of religions around the world
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	View Video:  Religions  around the world
4.	Complete:  Religions around the world video
5.	 Complete: Chapter 4 Test
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 4/24/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	 View Video:  Religions around the World
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 4/25/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Computer Lab:  Research clothes, food, customs India
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 4/26/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will gain knowledge about Renaissance Period
Agenda:  gain knowledge about Renaissance Period
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Review:  Renaissance Period/Word Search
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 4/27/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about customs of Ancient India
Circulate
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	View India customs video click hyperlink
4.	Take:  20 notes + EC notes
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 4/23/12-
4/27/12
Monday 4/23/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be ready to participate in the 
Renaissance Fair
Agenda:  be ready to participate in the Renaissance Fair
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Turn in:  Parent Letter and Prototypes
4.	Go over/Turn in:  Chapter 18, lesson 2 handout
5.	View Video:  Medieval Siege Part 1
6.	Take Notes:  20
7.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Tuesday, 4/24/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be ready to participate in the 
Renaissance Fair.
Agenda: The student will be ready to participate in the Renaissance Fair
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda: ready to participate in the Renaissance Fair
3.	Turn in:  Parent Letter, Prototypes, Sign
4.	Work on Renaissance Fair
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU

Wednesday, 4/25/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be ready to participate in the 
Renaissance Fair.
Agenda: be ready to participate in the Renaissance Fair
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Turn in:  Parent Letter, Prototypes, Sign
4.	Work on Renaissance Fair Material
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 4/26/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to display knowledge of the 
Renaissance period.
Agenda:  display knowledge of the Renaissance period.
Circulate
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Turn in:  Parent Letter, Prototypes, Sign, Cash box, and Wares
4.	Renaissance Fair!
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 4/27/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe what is meant by the 
term medieval.
Agenda:  describe what is meant by the term medieval
Circulate

1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Preview:  Chapter 18, section 3
4.	View Video:  Medieval Siege Part 1-2


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   4/9/12-4/13/12
Monday-Tuesday, 4/9-10/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Complete/Go over handout: 5-10 B
5.	Study for Math in Science Test :  4/11/12
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 4/11/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Test:  Math in Science 
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 4/12/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe GPS and GIS
Agenda: describe GPS and GIS
1.	Agenda
2.	Read and Discuss:  Chapter 1 lesson 3 p. 18-23
3.	Review:  Chapter 1, Lesson  3 (TE 23D)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 4/13/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able describe topographic maps
Agenda: describe topographic maps
1.	Agenda
2.	Read and Discuss:  Chapter 1 lesson 4 p. 24-27
3.	Review:  Chapter 1, Lesson  4 (TE 27D)
4.	Study for: Chapter 1 Test on Monday 4/16/12
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Monday 4/16/12
EALR 1: Systems
EALR 4:  ES2  Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe topographic maps.
Agenda: describe topographic maps


6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 4/9/12-
4/13/12
Monday, 4/9/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the geographic setting of Ancient 
India.
Agenda:  describe the geographic setting of Ancient India
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Look over: Chapter 4, section 1 GR and Quiz
4.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 1 p. 106-113
5.	Complete:  Chapter 4, section 1 GR and Quiz
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 4/10/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the teachings of Hinduism.
Agenda:  describe the teachings of Hinduism
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 2 p. 114-118
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 4/11/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the teachings of Buddha.
Agenda:  describe the teachings of Buddha.
Agenda:  have some knowledge about Ancient India.
.
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 3 p. 119-125
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 4/12/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will have describe the effects of Asoka’s 
leadership.
Agenda:  describe the effects of Asoka’s leadership
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 4 p. 126-130
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 4/12/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Test:  Chapter 4
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 4/9/12-
4/13/12
Monday, 4/9/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the geographic setting of Ancient 
India.
Agenda:  describe the geographic setting of Ancient India
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Look over: Chapter 4, section 1 GR and Quiz
4.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 1 p. 106-113
5.	Complete:  Chapter 4, section 1 GR and Quiz
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 4/10/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the teachings of Hinduism.
Agenda:  describe the teachings of Hinduism
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 2 p. 114-118
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 4/11/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will describe the teachings of Buddha.
Agenda:  describe the teachings of Buddha.
Agenda:  have some knowledge about Ancient India.
.
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 3 p. 119-125
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 4/12/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will have describe the effects of Asoka’s 
leadership.
Agenda:  describe the effects of Asoka’s leadership
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 4 section 4 p. 126-130
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 4/12/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Ancient India
1.	Attendance 
2.	Agenda
3.	Test:  Chapter 4
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 4/9/12-
4/13/12
Monday, 4/9/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe what is meant by 
the “Renaissance”.
Agenda:  describe what is meant by the “Renaissance.
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete Video:  Renaissance 
4.	Turn in: Video Notes
5.	Chapter 17 Test
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Tuesday, 4/10/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the different roles 
of society during the Renaissance period.
Agenda:  describe the different roles of society during the Renaissance 
period.
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Renaissance Fair:  Assignment and parent letter.
4.	Complete:  Chapter 17 test
5.	Computer Lab:  Refined research of chosen role/get started on 
assignment
6.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Wednesday, 4/11/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the different roles 
of society during the Renaissance period.
Agenda:  describe the different roles of society during the Renaissance 
period.
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Discussion the role of nobels, knights, merchants, artisans, peasants
7.	Computer Lab:  Refined research of chosen role/get started on 
assignment
8.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 4/12/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe what led to a new era 
of exploration.
Agenda:  describe what led to a new era of exploration 
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss:  Chapter 18, lesson 1, pages 658-669
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 4/13/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe how early forms of 
science were passed on to later civilizations.
Agenda:  describe how early forms of science were passed on to later 
civilizations
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Read/Discuss: Chapter 18, lesson 2, pages 670-679
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU


Monday, 3/26/12
Standard: 
Essential Question: How do landforms affect my life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe some landforms.
Agenda: describe some landforms
1.	Agenda
2.	Go over:  Enrichment 
3.	Chapter 1, Section 1 Quiz
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 3/27/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Complete/Go Over:  5-9 B
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 3/28/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Begin: 5-10 B
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 3/29/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Complete/Go over handout: 5-10 B
5.	Study for Math in Science Test :  3/30/12
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/30/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Test:  Math in Science 
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/26/12-
3/30/12
Monday, 3/26/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 2 Test
4.	Computer Lab:  Research Egyptian clothes, music, decorations, food, 
games, etc
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 3/27/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Computer Lab:  Research Egyptian clothes, music, decorations, food, 
games, etc
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 3/28/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will understand how papyrus is grown.
Agenda:  understand how papyrus is grown.
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Plant: Papyrus seeds
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 3/29/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt.
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Egyptian Festival
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/30/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Continue:  Egyptian Festival
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/26/12-
3/30/12
Monday, 3/26/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: Essential Question: What can we learn from the 
Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation
1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Lab Assignment:  Chapter 17, sections 3-4
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Tuesday, 3/27/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation”
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 3
3.	Complete:  Chapter 17, section 3 vocab and section notes
4.	Take: Discussion Notes
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Wednesday, 3/28/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe why Catholics and 
Protestants fought wars across Europe.
Agenda:  describe why Catholics and Protestants fought wars across Europe.
1.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 4
2.	Complete:  Chapter 17, section 4 vocab and section notes
3.	Take: Discussion Notes
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Thursday, 3/29/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe what is meant by 
the “Renaissance”.
Agenda:  describe what is meant by the “Renaissance.
1.	View Video:  The Renaissance
2.	Take: Discussion Notes- about 15
3.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 3/30/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the different roles 
of society during the Renaissance period.
Agenda:  describe the different roles of society during the Renaissance 
period.
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Computer Lab:  Notes- the role of nobels, knights, merchants, 
artisans, peasants
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   3/19/12-3/23/12
Monday, 3/19/12
Standard: 6.1.H
Essential Question: How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	Agenda
2.	2nd period finish:  Maps and Globes video with 15 notes
3.	Continue:   5-8 C problems 14-21
4.	Complete/Go over:  Science  Fair Math
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 3/20/12
Standard: 6.1.H
Essential Question: How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	Agenda
2.	2nd period finish-  Maps and Globes video with 15 notes
3.	2nd period:Complete/Go over:  Science  Fair Math
4.	1st period- Computer Lab:  Research how math is used in Science – 
list 15 examples
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 3/20/12
Standard: 6.1.H
Essential Question: How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
Agenda:
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Complete:  Chapter 1, section 1 review 9C-D
4.	Go over: Chapter 1, section 1 review 9C-D
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding
Thursday, 3/22/12
1.	Agenda
2.	 Chapter 1, Section 1 Quiz 
3.	Differentiated Instruction:  C1S1 Enrichment
4.	Go over:  Enrichment
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/23/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Complete/Go Over:  5-9 B
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/19/12-
3/23/11

Monday, 3/19/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Computer Lab Assignment:  Chapter 2, sections 3-4 assignment
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Tuesday, 3/20/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	SQ3R:  Chapter 2, Section 3, p.59-67,  in 7th grade book 
(compare/verify information)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Wednesday, 3/21/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Complete/Go over:  C2S3 Quiz
4.	Differentiated Instruction- Those finished with section 3, try 
section 4, before reading section 4
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 3/22/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	SQ3R:  Chapter 2, section 4, pages 68-73
4.	Complete/Go over:  C2S4 Quiz
5.	Differentiated Instruction- Those finished begin studying for Chapter 
2 Test on Friday 3/23/12
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/23/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Chapter 2: Test (Open Book)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/19/12
Monday, 3/19/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:   What can we learn from Medieval Times?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe the difference between 
a peasants and nobility
Agenda:  describe the difference between peasants and nobility.
1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Medieval Videos:
4.	Take:  30 notes (word, phrase, sentence, and/or picture notes.
5.	Discuss:  Nobel vs Peasant
6.	Computer Lab:  Europe in the Middle Ages Vocabulary Development wksht
7.	Review/Points/CFU(exit)
Tuesday, 3/20/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: Essential Question: What can we learn from the 
Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation
1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete: Europe in the Middle Ages Vocabulary Development wksht- 
orange book
4.	Read/Discuss:  A Midsummer Night’s Dream page 627-632 blue book
5.	Answer Questions: p. 632-blue book
6.	Complete/Go Over:  Chapter 17, section 1-2- blue book
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday, 3/21/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: Essential Question: What can we learn from the 
Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation
1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Lab Assignment:  Chapter 17, sections 3-4
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Thursday, 3/22/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation”
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 3
3.	Complete:  Chapter 17, section 3 vocab and section notes
4.	Take: Discussion Notes
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 3/23/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe why Catholics and 
Protestants fought wars across Europe.
Agenda:  describe why Catholics and Protestants fought wars across Europe.
1.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 4
2.	Complete:  Chapter 17, section 4 vocab and section notes
3.	Take: Discussion Notes
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   3/12/12-3/16/12
Monday, 3/12/12
Standard:  6.1.H
Essential Question How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	 Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Complete/Go over handout
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 3/13/12
Standard: 6.1.H
Essential Question: How do I use fractions in my daily life?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to multiply and divide fractions
1.	Attendance
2.	Agenda
3.	Reteach: multiplying/dividing fractions, improper fractions, and 
mixed numbers
4.	Complete/Go over handout
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Wednesday-Thursday, 3/14-15/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to list/describe some Earth 
surface terms.
Agenda: list/describe some Earth surface terms
1.	Agenda
2.	Complete:  Chapter 1, section 1 review 9C-D
3.	Go over: Chapter 1, section 1 review 9C-D
4.	Science Fair Math test (three judges analogous to three trials)
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/16/12
1.	Agenda
2.	 Chapter 1, Section 1 Quiz 
3.	Differentiated Instruction:  C1S1 Enrichment
4.	Go over:  Enrichment
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



JAFRA SWENSON 106.732
 ELLA HAGGARD 106.098%
ELIZABETH SUTPHIN 102.829
HANNAH STEINIG 101.317%
GISELLE GIL 100%
HALEY GERDES 100.148%
GABRIELLE TIPPINS 99.758%
KATHERINA CLAYPOOLE 99.455 KAYLEE SMITH 99.102%
WERTHER BENTINE-B 97.723%

6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/12/12-
3/16/12
Monday, 3/12/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	SQ3R:  Chapter 2, Section 2, p. 47-52,  in 7th grade book 
(compare/verify information)
4.	Complete/Go over:  C2S2 Quiz
5.	Differentiated Instruction- Those finished with section 2, try 
section 3, before reading section 3
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 3/13/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Read/Discuss: World Literature pages 54-58
4.	Differentiated Instruction- Those finished with section 2, try 
section 3, before reading section 3
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday 3/14/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	SQ3R:  Chapter 2, Section 3, p.59-67,  in 7th grade book 
(compare/verify information)
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 3/16/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Complete/Go over:  C2S2 Quiz
4.	Differentiated Instruction- Those finished with section 2, try 
section 3, before reading section 3
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/16/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	SQ3R:  Chapter 2, section 3, pages 59-67
4.	Complete/Go over:  C2S3 Quiz
5.	Differentiated Instruction- Those finished with section 3, try 
section 4, before reading section 4
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



ALICIA WASHINGTON 105.866% EMILY WHEELER 103.72%
ZAYAN RODARTE 103.638%
SARAH WEGENER	102.718%
NANA SIYUFY 102.003%



7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/12/12-
3/16/12
Monday, 3/12/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will describe some pros and cons of having 
Italian city-states.
Agenda:  describe pros and cons of Italian city-states
1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 2
4.	Complete:  Chapter 17, sections 1-2 handouts
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding

Tuesday- Wednesday, 3/14/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: Essential Question: What can we learn from the 
Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation
1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Lab Assignment:  Chapter 17, sections 3-4
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Thursday, 3/15/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation”
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 3
3.	Complete:  Chapter 17, section 3 vocab and section notes
4.	Take: Discussion Notes
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
Friday, 3/16/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe why Catholics and 
Protestants fought wars across Europe.
Agenda:  describe why Catholics and Protestants fought wars across Europe.
1.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 4
2.	Complete:  Chapter 17, section 4 vocab and section notes
3.	Take: Discussion Notes
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
5.	
ALEX COVARRUBIAS 113.719%
DESIREE WHEELER 107.587%
VICTOR ESAU 107.438% 
WILLIAM SALTER 107.094%
SIRENA WOODALL 103.127%


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   3/5/12-3/9/12
Monday 3/5/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to add and average Science Fair 
scores
Agenda: describe rocks and minerals
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Science Fair Reflection Sheet
4.	Science Fair Math
5.	Science Fair Celebration with pics
6.	Hand out:  Progress Reports
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 3/6/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Go over:  Scientific Method Notes
4.	Cooperative Learning Groups:   Study for Scientific Methods Test
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 3/7/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Go over:  Scientific Method Notes
4.	Cooperative Learning Groups:   Study for Scientific Methods Test
5.	Retake:  Scientific Method Test
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


Thursday 3/8/12
Standard: EALR 1 Systems-Inputs, Outputs, Boundaries, and Flows
Standard: EALR 4 ES 2 Cycles in Earth Systems
Essential Question: How do Earth Cycles affect our lives?
Learning Target:  The student will be able to describe some rocks and minerals
Agenda: describe rocks and minerals
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Rocks and Minerals videos
4.	Take 15 notes (picture, word, phrase, sentence)
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/9/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to add/average scores for practice judging
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Science Fair Math test (three judges analogous to three trials)
4.	Handout/Look over:  New Science Books:  Earth Science
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


MONTANYA’S TOP 5
1ST PERIOD 3/5/12
JAFRA SWENSON 107.529
ELLA HAGGARD 106.765
ELIZABETH SUTPHIN 103.176%
HANNAH STEINIG 101.118%
ANDREW BARTON 99.412%
MONTANYA’S TOP 5
2ND  PERIOD  3/5/12
GABRIELLE TIPPINS 99.707%
HALEY GERDES 99.706%
KAYLEE SMITH 99.412%
KATHERINA CLAYPOOLE 99.353
WERTHER BENTINE-B 97.882%
6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/5/12-
3/9/12
Monday 3/5/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Take Notes  re:  food, clothes, culture, housing etc.
5.	Handout Progress Reports
6.	Complete:  Reflection Sheet
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Tuesday, 3/6/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Take Notes  re:  food, clothes, culture, housing etc.
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 3/7/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Take Notes  re:  food, clothes, culture, housing etc.
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Thursday, 3/8/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Take notes for test on Friday 3/9/12
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/9/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	Test:  Life in Ancient Egypt
4.	Plan:  Egyptian Festival
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
MONTANYA’S TOP 5
5TH  PERIOD
3/5/12
ALICIA WASHINGTON 106.845%
ZAYAN RODARTE 104.557%
NANA SIYUFY 102.337%
EMILY WHEELER 102.337%
JEMIMAH KIM 101.503%
ALYSSA SULLIVAN 98.481%



7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 3/5/12-
3/9/12
Monday, 3/5/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonsrtate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 15 Open book test
4.	Collect:  City State debate papers
5.	Hand out:  Progress Reports
6.	Complete:  Reflection Sheets
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Tuesday, 3/6/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to know the meaning of “The 
Renaissance”
Agenda:  know the meaning of “The Renaissance”
1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 2
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday 3/7/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will describe some pros and cons of having 
Italian city-states.
Agenda:  describe pros and cons of Italian city-states
1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 17, sections 1-2 handouts
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Thursday, 3/8/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: Essential Question: What can we learn from the 
Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation
1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Lab Assignment:  Chapter 17, sections 3-4
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Friday, 3/9/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Renaissance?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the “Reformation”.
Agenda:  describe the “Reformation
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	Read:  Chapter 17, section 3
3.	Complete:  Chapter 17, section 3 vocab and section notes
4.	Take: Discussion Note
5.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU

MONTANYA’S TOP 5
6TH  PERIOD 3/5/12
DESIREE WHEELER 108.253%
VICTOR ESAU 105.747% 
WILLIAM SALTER 105.663%


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   2/27/12-3/2/12
Monday 2/27/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board/Final Report Checks
4.	Practice Judging:  Mr. Lane/Mrs. Glaser students come in
5.	Cooperative Learning Groups:   Study for Scientific Methods Test
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 2/28/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board/Final Report Checks
4.	Final Touches:  Science Fair Projects
5.	Go over:  Scientific Method Notes
6.	Cooperative Learning Groups:   Study for Scientific Methods Test
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 3/1/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board/Final Report Checks
4.	Science Fair!
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 3/2/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Science Fair Debrief/Celebration
4.	Cooperative Learning Groups:   Study for Scientific Methods Test
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/2/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Scientific Method Test
4.	Reflection Sheets
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)















MONTANYA’S TOP 5
1ST PERIOD 2/21/12
JAFRA SWENSON 110.323%
ELLA HAGGARD 101.21%
AUSTIN SOIKA 99.597
ELIZABETH SUTPHIN 99.516%
ANDREW BARTON 99.194%
2ND  PERIOD  2/21/12
AIYANA PARHAM 100.636%
HALEY GERDES 99.197%
KAYLEE SMITH 99.194%
WERTHER, BENTINE 97.097
KATHERINE CLAYPOOLE 95.887




6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/27/12-
3/2/12
Monday, 2/27/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 2/28/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 2/29/12
SCIENCE FAIR- YEA!
Thursday, 3/1/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/2/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)






MONTANYA’S TOP 5
5TH  PERIOD
2/24/12

ALICIA WASHINGTON 104.167%
ZAYAN RODARTE 103.889%
NANA SIYUFY 102.604%
SARA WEGENER 99.74%
JEMIMAH KIM 99.479




6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/22/12-
3/2/12
Monday, 2/27/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 2/28/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 2/29/12
SCIENCE FAIR- YEA!
Thursday, 3/1/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 3/2/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)






MONTANYA’S TOP 5
5TH  PERIOD
2/24/12

ALICIA WASHINGTON 104.167%
ZAYAN RODARTE 103.889%
NANA SIYUFY 102.604%
SARA WEGENER 99.74%
JEMIMAH KIM 99.479


7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/27/12-
3/2/12
Monday 2/27/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Renaissance Video
4.	Take:  15 Notes
5.	Hand out:  Progress Reports
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding

Tuesday, 2/28/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonsrtate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Write Notes:  Chapter 15 for test on 3/1/12
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday 2/29/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonsrtate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Study for  Chapter 15 for test on 3/1/12
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Thursday, 3/1/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Take Test:  Chapter 15 
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Friday, 3/2/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Middle Ages
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe life in the Middle 
Ages
Agenda:  describe life in the Middle Ages
1.	Agenda/Attendance
2.	View Video/Discuss: Middle Ages
3.	Take: Discussion Notes
4.	Points/Reflection/Exit CFU
MONTANYA’S TOP 5
6TH  PERIOD 2/24/12

WILLIAM SALTER 101.167%
 SHAWN LUGO 100.313%
VICTOR ESAU 100% 
BRANDON MOORE 99.531%
ALEX COVARRUBIAS 99.375%


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   2/21/12-2/25/12
Tuesday, 2/21/12
Standard: MA 6.2.D  Order of Operations
Essential Question: How is math used to interpret data?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use “order of operations” in 
interpreting data.
Agenda: (use order of operations) to interpret data
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board Check/Final Report Checks
4.	Complete: Open Book Test-  Chapter 2, Science and Technology
5.	Review:  Order of Operations Packet
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday – Thursday 2/22/12-2/23/12
Standard: MA 6.2.D  Order of Operations
Essential Question: How is math used to interpret data?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use “order of operations” in 
interpreting data.
Agenda: (use order of operations) to interpret data
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board Check/Final Report Checks
4.	Complete: Open Book Test-  Chapter 2, Science and Technology
5.	Review/Continue:  Order of Operations Packet
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 2/24/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board/Final Report Checks
4.	Go over:  Scientific Method Notes
5.	Cooperative Learning Groups:   Study for Scientific Methods Test
6.	Hand out Progress Reports
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


Monday, 2/27/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method

1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board/Final Report Checks
4.	Go over:  Scientific Method Notes
5.	Retest:  Scientific Method 
6.	Goal/Self- Reflection Sheets
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
MONTANYA’S TOP 5
1ST PERIOD 2/21/12
JAFRA SWENSON 112.222%
ELLA HAGGARD 101.389%

ELIZABETH SUTPHIN 99.8150%

ANDREW BARTON 99.663%

HANNA STEINIG 96.389%

2ND  PERIOD  2/21/12
AIYANA PARHAM 102.768%
THEODORE TURNER 97.13%
KATHERINE CLAYPOOLE 95.463
JUSTUS BRASSARD 72.13% 
NOT HIGH ENOUGH TO POST



6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/21/12-
2/25/12
Tuesday 2/21/12
Standard: MA 6.2.D  Order of Operations
Essential Question: How is math used to interpret data?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use “order of operations” in 
interpreting data.
Agenda: (use order of operations) to interpret data
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board Check/Final Report Checks
4.	Complete: Open Book Test-  Chapter 2, Science and Technology
5.	Review:  Order of Operations Packet
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday-Thursday, 2/22/12-2/23/12
Standard: MA 6.2.D  Order of Operations
Essential Question: How is math used to interpret data?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use “order of operations” in 
interpreting data.
Agenda: use order of operations to interpret data
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Review/Continue:  Order of Operations Packet
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 2/24/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
 
Monday, 2/27/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe life in Ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in Ancient Egypt
1.	 Agenda
2.	 Attendance
3.	View and Discuss:  10 Commandments
4.	Self Reflection/Evaluation
5.	Handout:  Progress Reports
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

MONTANYA’S TOP 5
5TH  PERIOD
2/21/12
ZAYAN RODARTE 104.444%
ALICIA WASHINGTON 104.222%
NANA SIYUFY 101.701%
SARA WEGENER 98.639%
EMILY WHEELER 96.599%




7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/21/12-
2/24/12
Tuesday 2/21/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video:  Black Death -  (Click Hyperlink)
4.	Take: 10 Notes
5.	Read:  Chapter 15, section 5 p.553
6.	Complete:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday-Thursday 2/22/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Go Over:  Chapter 15, section 4 handouts
4.	Finish Reading:  Chapter 15, section 5
5.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Friday 2/24/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Take Notes/Study:  Chapter 15, test
4.	Hand out:  Progress Reports
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Monday, 2/27/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonsrtate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 15, test
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
5.	Handout:  Progress Reports
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
MONTANYA’S TOP 5
6TH  PERIOD 2/21/12

VICTOR ESAU 100%
SHAWN LUGO 99.474%
ALEX COVARRUBIAS 98.974%
BRANDON MOORE 98.684%
WILLIAM SALTER 98.158%




7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/21/12-
2/24/12
Tuesday 2/21/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video:  Black Death -  (Click Hyperlink)
4.	Take: 10 Notes
5.	Read:  Chapter 15, section 5 p.553
6.	Complete:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday-Thursday 2/22/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Go Over:  Chapter 15, section 4 handouts
4.	Finish Reading:  Chapter 15, section 5
5.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Friday 2/24/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Take Notes/Study:  Chapter 15, test
4.	Hand out:  Progress Reports
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Monday, 2/27/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonsrtate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 15, test
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
5.	Handout:  Progress Reports
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
MONTANYA’S TOP 5
6TH  PERIOD 2/21/12

VICTOR ESAU 100%
SHAWN LUGO 99.474%
ALEX COVARRUBIAS 98.974%
BRANDON MOORE 98.684%
WILLIAM SALTER 98.158%




7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/21/12-
2/24/12
Tuesday 2/21/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video:  Black Death -  (Click Hyperlink)
4.	Take: 10 Notes
5.	Read:  Chapter 15, section 5 p.553
6.	Complete:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday-Thursday 2/22/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Go Over:  Chapter 15, section 4 handouts
4.	Finish Reading:  Chapter 15, section 5
5.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Friday 2/24/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Take Notes/Study:  Chapter 15, test
4.	Hand out:  Progress Reports
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Monday, 2/27/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to demonsrtate knowledge of the 
Early Middle Ages
Agenda:  demonstate knowledge of the Early Middle Ages

1. Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 15, test
4.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
5.	Handout:  Progress Reports
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
MONTANYA’S TOP 5
6TH  PERIOD 2/21/12

VICTOR ESAU 100%
SHAWN LUGO 99.474%
ALEX COVARRUBIAS 98.974%
BRANDON MOORE 98.684%
WILLIAM SALTER 98.158%






6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   2/13/12-216/12
Monday, 2/13/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board Check
4.	Complete: Open Book Test-  Chapter 2, Science and Technology
5.	Complete:  Self-Evaluation/Reflection from week of 2/16-10/12
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 2/14/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use measurement skills
Agenda: know how to use measurement skills
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board Check
4.	Due to Ms. Hilmo:  Final Report 2/16/12
5.	Chapter 3:  Untamed Science Video
6.	Begin:  Chapter 3, Lesson 1, pages 68-79
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 2/15/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know what math skills are used by 
Scientists.
Agenda: know what math skills are used by Scientists
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board Check
4.	Due to Ms. Hilmo:  Final Report 2/16/12
5.	Begin:  Chapter 3, Lesson 2, pages 80-87
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 2/16/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know what kinds of Data do line graphs 
display.
Agenda: know what kinds of Data do line graphs display
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect: Journal/Display Board Check
4.	Due to Ms. Hilmo:  Final Report 2/16/12
5.	Begin:  Chapter 3, Lesson 3, pages 88-91
6.	Complete: Self Reflections for week of 2/13-16/12
7.	Hand out Progress Reports
8.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/6/12-
2/10/12
Monday, 2/13/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will understand what a Sphinx is.
Agenda:  understand what a Sphinx is.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Self Evaluation Reflection from week of 2/6/-2/10/12
4.	Complete/Discuss:  Hieroglyphics Video
5.	Turn in:  15 notes
6.	View: The Sphinx
7.	Take Notes:  15 word, phrase, sentence, or picture notes
8.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 2/14/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will understand what a Sphinx is.
Agenda:  understand what a Sphinx is.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View: King Tut
4.	Take Notes:  15 word, phrase, sentence, or picture notes
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 2/15/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to describe the life of King Tut
Agenda:  describe the life of King Tut
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Mentors:  Yea!
4.	Take Notes:  15 word, phrase, sentence, or picture notes
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 2/16/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student will be able to name Egypt facts
Agenda:  name Egypt facts
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Go over:   Chapter 3 Test
4.	Self Reflection/Evaluation
5.	Handout:  Progress Reports
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)




7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/13/12-
2/16/12
Monday 2/13/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will gain an understanding of the role of 
Parliament.
Agenda:  gain an understanding of the role of Parliament .
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete and Go over: Life in Middle Ages Handout
4.	Read :Chapter 15, section 3, pages  p. 537
5.	Complete/Go over: Chapter 15, section 3 handout
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Tuesday, 2/14/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will gain an understanding of the role of the 
Catholic Church in medieval Europe.
Agenda:  gain an understanding of the role of the Catholic Church in medieval 
Europe.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete and Go over: Life in Middle Ages Handout
4.	Read :Chapter 15, section 4, pages  p. 544
5.	Complete: Chapter 15, section 4 handout
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday, 2/12/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video:  Black Death -  (Click Hyperlink)
4.	Take: 10 Notes
5.	Read:  Chapter 15, section 5
6.	Complete:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Thursday, 12/13/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Student Reflection
4.	Finish Reading:  Chapter 15, section 5
5.	Complete/Go over:  Chapter 15, section 5 handout
6.	Handout:  Progress Reports
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding


6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   2/6/12-2/10/12
Monday, 2/6/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Turn in:  Journal Check
4.	Video: Scientific Measurement  (hyperlink to desktop)
5.	Notes: 15
6.	Read and Discuss:  Science and Technology  Chapter 2, section 1
7.	Review:  The Scientific Method
8.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 2/7/12
Standard:  6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read and Discuss:  Science and Technology  Chapter 2, section 1-2
4.	Review:  The Scientific Method
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Wednesday, 2/8/12
Standard:  6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read and Discuss:  Science and Technology  Chapter 2, section 1-3
4.	Review:  The Scientific Method
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Thursday, 2/9/12
Standard: 6-8  EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read and Discuss:  Science and Technology  Chapter 2, section 4 and 
Chapter 2 Study Guide
4.	Review:  The Scientific Method
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Friday, 2/10/12
Standard: 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question through 
valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and are 
repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Collect:  Display Board Check
4.	Hand out:  Final Report Check
5.	Open Book Test:  Chapter 2, Science and Technology
6.	Complete:  Self-Evaluation/Reflection
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/6/12-
2/10/12
Monday, 2/6/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: describe daily life in ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  describe life in ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Video:   Daily Life in Ancient Egypt (food, clothes, etc) (Click 
Hyperlink)
4.	Complete and discuss:  Handout
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 2/7/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: describe writing in Ancient Egypt
Agenda:  describe writing in Ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read/Discuss Packet:  History through Literature transcript
4.	Highlight: Important Info
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday,  2/8/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student  will understand how papyrus is made.
Agenda:  understand how papyrus is made
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete and go over:  Egypt Packet
4.	Read and Discuss:  Papyrus Info
5.	View Video on Writing:  (Hit hyperlink)
6.	View Papyrus Pic (Hyperlink)
7.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 2/9/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student  will review information about Egypt
Agenda:  review information about Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Take Test Notes:  Egypt Packet
4.	Study for Test on 2/10/12
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Friday, 2/10/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: understand daily life in ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  understand daily life in ancient Egypt.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Egypt Packet Test
4.	Complete:  Self Evaluation Reflection
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 2/6/12-
2/10/12
Monday, 2/6/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question: What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to discuss Feudalism.
Agenda:  discuss Feudalism
1.	 Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video:  History through Literature:  Faith and Feudalism (Early 
Middle Ages)
4.	Take: 15 Notes
5.	View Video: Medieval Times: Life in the Middle Ages 
6.	Complete: Life in Middle Ages Handout
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Tuesday-Wednesday, 2/7-2/8/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will gain an understanding of the role of the 
Catholic Church in medieval Europe.
Agenda:  gain an understanding of the role of the Catholic Church in medieval 
Europe.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video: Medieval Times: Life in the Middle Ages 17 min
4.	Complete and Go over: Life in Middle Ages Handout
5.	Read :Chapter 15, section 3, pages  
6.	Take Notes: Chapter 15, section 3 
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Thursday, 2/9/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	View Video:  Black Death -  (Click Hyperlink)
4.	Take: 10 Notes
5.	Read:  Chapter 15, section 4
6.	Complete:  Section Review
7.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Friday, 2/10/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will understand what is meant by:  The Middle 
Ages.
Agenda:  understand what is meant by:  The Middle Ages.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 5 Review, Study for Chapter 5 Test on Monday, 
2/13/12
4.	Complete:  Participation Quiz
5.	Complete:  Student Evaluation
6.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding




6th Grade Science- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan   1/30/12-2/2/12
Monday, 1/30/12
Standard: 6-8 : 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question 
through valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and 
are repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete Video:  Einstein’s Big Idea/Finish Notes
4.	Review:  The Scientific Method
5.	Study  for :  Scientific Method Test on Tuesday 1/31/12
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 1/31/12
Standard: 6-8 : 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question 
through valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and 
are repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will know how to use the Scientific Method.
Agenda: know how to use the Scientific Method.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Take Test:  The Scientific Method
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 2/1/12
Standard: 6-8 : 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question 
through valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and 
are repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will understand how to do a Science Fair 
Project.
Agenda:  understand how to do a Science Fair Project
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Lab:  Question, Background Information, References, 
Hypothesis, Manipulated Variables, Responding Variables, Controlled Variables 
and/or Conditions, Materials, Safety Concerns, Procedures, Observations, Data 
Chart, Confounding Variables, and Conclusion.
4.	Work on Science Fair Projects
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)

Thursday, 2/2/12
Standard: 6-8 : 6-8 EALR 2 Inquiry:  Investigate an answerable question 
through valid experimental techniques.  Conclusions are based on evidence and 
are repeatable.
Essential Question: Why  is knowing and using the Scientific Method important?
Learning Target:  The student will understand how to do a Science Fair 
Project.
Agenda:  understand how to do a Science Fair Project
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Lab:  Question, Background Information, References, 
Hypothesis, Manipulated Variables, Responding Variables, Controlled Variables 
and/or Conditions, Materials, Safety Concerns, Procedures, Observations, Data 
Chart, Confounding Variables, and Conclusion.
4.	Work on Science Fair Projects
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)


6th Grade Social Studies-Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 1/30/12-
2/2/12
Monday, 1/30/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment

Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student  will understand how papyrus is made.
Agenda:  understand how papyrus is made
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Make Paper
4.	Complete:  Chapter 3 review
5.	Study for :  Chapter 3 Test on Tuesday, 1/31/12 
6.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Tuesday, 1/31/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: The student  will demonstrate knowledge about Egypt.
Agenda:  demonstrate knowledge about Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Complete:  Chapter 3 test
4.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Wednesday, 2/1/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: understand daily life in ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  understand daily life in ancient Egypt
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Research:  Daily Life in Ancient Egypt (food, clothes, etc)
4.	Take Notes/Write Paper
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)
Thursday, 2/2/12
Standard: G3.1 Identify people’s interaction with and impact on the 
environment.
Standard G3.1.2b  Explain how the actions and interactions of human societies 
affect and are affected by the environment.
Essential Question: How do cultures of the past affect the cultures of today?
Learning  Target: understand daily life in ancient Egypt.
Agenda:  understand daily life in ancient Egypt.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Computer Research:  Daily Life in Ancient Egypt (food, clothes, etc)
4.	Take Notes/Write Paper
5.	Points/Review/Check for Understanding (exit)



7th Grade Social Studies- Standard, EQ, LT, Agenda, and Lesson Plan 1/30/12-
2/2/12

Monday 1/30/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:   The student will be able to describe the system in which 
the king’s power was shared with Parliament.
Agenda:  describe the system in which the king’s power was shared with 
Parliament
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read and Discuss:  Chapter 15 section 3, pages 534-543
4.	Take Notes:  Chapter 15, section 3
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Tuesday 1/31/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will gain an understanding of the role of the 
Catholic Church in medieval Europe.
Agenda:  gain an understanding of the role of the Catholic Church in medieval 
Europe.
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read :Chapter 15, section 4, pages 544-552 
4.	Take Notes: Chapter 15, section 4 
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding
Wednesday, 2/1/12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact
Standard G3.3.2c  Identify how people develop their understandings of culture 
through the exchange of ideas, art, music, natural resources, goods and 
services
Essential Question:  What can we learn from the Early Middle Ages?
Learning Target:    The student will know what the Black Death was.
Agenda:  know what the Black Death was 
1.	Agenda
2.	Attendance
3.	Read:  Chapter 15, section 5, pages 553-559
4.	Computer Lab/ Book  Assignment:  Chapter 5 Review
5.	Point/Review/Check for Understanding

Thursday, 2/2//12
Standard: G3.2.2.2a   Explain how the physical environment impacts how and 
where people live and work.
Standard:  G3.3.2a  Identify the main groups and subcultures that exist 
within large societies and the way they interact

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