Unit 3
February 27 - May 19

Reading 

7-8.RI.6 When reading texts, including those from diverse cultures, determine the main idea, analyze its relationship to supporting ideas, and provide an objective summary that includes textual evidence.

7-8.R.8 Determine the meaning of words and phrases, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings. Analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning, tone, and mood, including words with multiple meanings within a text. 

7-8.R.10 Analyze the structure an author uses to organize a text, and how it contributes to the text meaning.

7-8.R.13 Evaluate an argument and specific claims in a text, assessing the validity of key statements by examining whether the supporting evidence is relevant and sufficient. 

Writing

7-8.W.1 Write arguments to support claims with logical reasoning, relevant evidence from accurate and credible sources, and provide a conclusion that follows from and supports the argument presented. 

a. Introduce claims, distinguish the claims from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically. 

b. Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claims, counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. 

c. Use appropriate conventions and style for the audience, purpose, and task.

7-8.W.4 Conduct short research projects to craft an argument, answer a question, or provide an analysis. 

a. Gather, assess, and use information from credible sources on the topic. 

b. Generate ideas to demonstrate understanding of the topic and purpose. 

c. Avoid plagiarism by quoting, paraphrasing, and citing, using a standard format for citation of evidence. 

d. Interact and collaborate with others throughout the writing process.

justify

alternative

certainty

discredit

assumption       

💡 It is essential to have students use these words throughout the unit, particularly in their performance tasks/assessments.