7th Grade Literature

Seventh Grade Literature

Seventh grade reading will use a variety of literature-based, informational and computer-based programs to address the language standards as noted in the Common Core State Standards.

• Identifying key ideas and details. (R7.1R7.3)

• Craft and structure including analyzing figurative language, form and structure of poems and point of view as it relates to plot/theme development. (R7.4-R7.6)

• Learning to evaluate specific arguments presented and understanding how authors present (R7.8-R7.9)

• Conducting short research projects to answer a question, drawing on several sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate. (R7.10)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use. (L7.4-L7.6)

IXL: an interactive learning platform that provides personalized practice and feedback in a wide range of subjects to help middle school students improve their academic skills.

Silent Sustained Reading (S.S.R.) :  Class time given to read.  Weekly Library visit for exchanging books to meet reading goals and projects.  Every student should have a book with them at all times in the Literature classroom.

The following resources may be used in the seventh grade reading classrooms:

Novels: Alone, The BFG, Freak the Mighty, The Watsons Go to Birmingham, The Westing Game

Supplemental Text: Glencoe Literature Course 2 (2009)