Current Events, Reading and Vocabulary Expansion 1a

Ursula HamnerFebruary 9, 2010

Warm Up Quiz Text Word Parts Homework

What is paraphrasing? Groups should write 1 paraphrase for

each of the sentences below In hopes of striking it rich, gemstone

miners endure the harsh Outback environment.

The community takes a liberal attitude toward this behavior.

“Locked Away” from Upfront Questions? Short quiz

“Coober Pedy” p3 Review Reading Comprehension p5

Step 1 Vocabulary – work together

““UNDERSTANDING PHILLY’S UNDERSTANDING PHILLY’S BASEMENT”BASEMENT” Before you read 82 Reading strategy: Previewing and

predicting Make a prediction Read p8 Reading Comprehension p10

WORD PARTS

TEN and TAIN mean _________ Common word part that can be connected to

common words Example sentence:

The children in this picture are being contentious.

Vocabulary Journal on Wiki 5 words for today Example sentences must be your own

words Use words that you run into naturally

Paraphrase: Choose 3 sentences to paraphrase Use “Understanding Philly’s Basement” Paraphrase on a separate paper Write the original sentence first

Read “Understanding Philly’s Basement” Reading Comprehension p10 Vocabulary p11

REVIEW HW: READING JOURNAL

Work in groups to share your journal Discuss your personal reaction Give your recommendations (positive or

negative) Do not read the article or your HW You may skim before beginning the

discussion

Warm Up: Dr. Seuss Timed Reading HW Paraphrase Review Text HW Answers HW

This is a Dr. Seuss classic Listen for overall meaning What is special about the author’s

style? Reading this repeatedly can help

fluency

Read the articled “Jane Has an Accident”

Use the time on the screen Write the time you start and finish When you finish writing your time,

answer the questions on the back Do not reread the article!

HW REVIEW: UP FRONT PARAPHRASING Separate into groups Read 2 of your paraphrases Group should scan for the original quote Check to see if you got the right quote

Review answers to HW C Vocabulary p12 D Action and Assumption p13

Before you read p16 Read “The Power of Branding”

Vocabulary journal (should have 15 words by Tuesday)

Reading journal Reread “The Power of Branding”

Comprehension questions (underline answers)