3. Prepare for discussions by W.9 Draw evidence from literary or W.3.A.7.a 2.3 W.7.9.a 2 taking notes on distinguishing informational texts to support elements of texts read. analysis, reflection, and research 4. Analyze heroism and define what W.1 arguments to support I.1.B.7.c 2.7 W.7.6 3 classifies someone as such in both claims with clear reasons and W.7.1.a past and present. relevant evidence. W.7.1.b 5. Investigate the impact myths, R.3 Analyze how particular elements R.2.C.7.c 1.6 RL.7.3 legends, and folk tales had on the of a story or drama interact (e.g. how 1.8 people and their culture. setting shapes the characters of plot) 3.5 ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTIONS*: (Write a brief overview here. Identify Formative/Summative. Actual assessments will be accessed by a link to PDF file or Word doc. ) Formative Assessments Plot diagrams for a variety of myths, fables, and folk tales read during this unit Journal based on characteristics specific to each type of story Classroom blog based on the topic “Heroism”. Prewriting plot diagram, planning and rough draft Summative Assessments narrative essay cause/effect graphic organizer (cultural affects of myths) *additional suggestive activity electronic presentation campaigning for Top Hero (based on classroom blog) –
3. Prepare for discussions by taking notes on distinguishing elements of texts read. W.9 Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research W.3.A.7.a 2.3 W.7.9.a 2 4. Analyze heroism and define what classifies someone as such in both past and present. W.1 arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. I.1.B.7.c 2.7 W.7.6 W.7.1.a W.7.1.b 3 5. Investigate the impact myths, legends, and folk tales had on the people and their culture. R.3 Analyze how particular elements of a story or drama interact (e.g. how setting shapes the characters of plot) R.2.C.7.c 1.6 1.8 3.5 RL.7.3 ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTIONS*: (Write a brief overview here. Identify Formative/Summative. Actual assessments will be accessed by a link to PDF file or Word doc. ) Formative Assessments Plot diagrams for a variety of myths, fables, and folk tales read during this unit Journal based on characteristics specific to each type of story Classroom blog based on the topic “Heroism”. Prewriting plot diagram, planning and rough draft Summative Assessments narrative essay cause/effect graphic organizer (cultural affects of myths) *additional suggestive activity – electronic presentation campaigning for Top Hero (based on classroom blog)
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