I can identify the author’s purpose and message in an informational text.
Open and read the “Author’s Purpose Notes.” (either make a copy of the file, download the file, or create notes on your own paper)
Watch the instructional video and take notes on the “Author’s Purpose Notes” page.
Complete the “Author’s Purpose and Message in Informational Text” practice using the Google form. (graded)
Complete the IXL lesson C.3. You are working to have a Smart Score of 80. (You may refer to your notes as you work on your lesson in IXL.)
I can utilize sentence variety in writing in order to make my writing more interesting
Watch the instructional video and take notes using a thinking map of your choice.
Review “Sentence Variety Notes” and prepare for the independent practice. Add to your notes as needed.
Complete the independent practice. (graded)
Complete the IXL lesson L.2. You are working to have a Smart Score of 80. (You may refer to your notes as you work on your lesson in IXL.)
Oral Sentence Variety Notes