5th Grade
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Writers will think carefully about how to structure their stories by stretching out the problem. They will also learn that every character has a role that connects to the larger meaning of the story. 

Los lectores advierten los cambios de actuación de los personajes y analizan las razones y detalles que ocasionan estos cambios. Los lectores actualizan sus visiones de los personajes dependiendo del lugar en que se encuentren, o de las personas que acompañan. Registran en sus apuntes, comparan y contrastan. 

Scientists are conducting an experiment to see how plants grow in different types of habitats.  They are using this phenomena and concept to learn how to plan and conduct an experiment including how to collect data.

Dialogue with household members about their predictions on the outcome of their legume experiment; try a similar experiment at home using different substrates from those in the classroom.

Friends and learners will create a name and motto, or special saying, for the class. Each group will be given a list of names and mottos as idea starters. Discuss and choose one name and motto, then choose a spokesperson who will explain your thinking. After we hear from each group, we will vote on a class name and motto.

Reflect on the following: 

Why is it important that everyone in the class be involved in making this decision? How might this affect the way we treat each other?