Module 5 (1/9 - 2/6)
Essential Question: How can caring for the Earth and its living things improve life?
During this unit, 5th grade will read several stories about nature preservation, eco-friendly living, and urban farming. At the end of the unit, students will write an editorial - an argument essay - about an environmental issue.
Readings
Potatoes in Rooftops
The Good Garden
Living Green
The Protective Power of Nature Preserves
Skills and Strategies
Figurative Language
Summarize
Central Idea
Text Structure
Module Project - Due 2/6
Dates:
Project Introduced: 1/31
Essay Due: 2/6 at the end of class