Elliott’s English III Tentative Lesson Plans
Jan. 28-Feb. 1, 2013
TEKs Objectives: Reading Comprehension of Literary Nonfiction 6A, Vocabulary 1A-E, Analytical Writing
15Ai-v
Materials: Sadlier-Oxford Vocabulary Books Level F, Mustang Writer’s Bootcamp Booklets,
Into the Wild books, SpringBoard Level 6 workbooks, Unit 8 Vocabulary Quizzes, Into the Wild Chapters
9-11 Quizzes
Procedures/Activities:
Monday, Jan. 28 –What do we learn about Chris McCandless from other related stories?
1. Finish reading Chapter 9 of Into the Wild.
2. Using the SpringBoard books, complete Activity 5.8 “Shedding Light.” What do we learn about Chris
McCandless from these other related stories? (Characterization)
3. Begin Unit 8 Vocabulary Definitions and Completing the Sentence in order to review for upcoming vocabulary quiz. Pages 91-95. (This will count as Homework #2.)
HW: Page 6 of the booklet is due tomorrow. There will also be a Chapters 9-11 Quiz on Friday.
Tuesday, Jan. 29- How do I “Write to Show?”
1.HW#2: Definitions and Completing the Sentence pages 91-95.
2.Page 6 “Writing to Show” is due! Students may use additional class time to finish up writing assignment before results.
3. Use remaining class time to read Into the Wild in preparation for the Chapters 9-11 reading quiz on
Friday.
HW: Study for the Unit 8 Vocabulary Quiz tomorrow! Go to quizlet.com to review as necessary.
Wednesday, Jan. 30—How is the correct usage of vocabulary essential to life?
1.
Students may wish to study/read silently before completing Unit 8 Vocabulary quiz.
2.
Complete Unit 8 Vocabulary Quiz Level F.
3.
Read Into the Wild when finished.
Thursday, Jan. 31—What is a personal narrative?
1.
See SpringBoard page 406. Unpack the Embedded Assessment #1. What steps are needed to complete this task?

2.
Also see Writer’s Bootcamp Booklet pages 14 and 15. How will this help to organize and plan your ideas with vivid details?
Friday, Feb. 1 st--- How does the book Into the Wild contain elements of personal narrative?
1.
Students may wish to read/ study before completing Into the Wild Quiz.
2.
Complete Into the Wild Chapters 9-11 Reading Quiz.
Assessment: Chapters 9-11 Quiz, Unit 8 Vocabulary Quiz, “Writing to Show” Assignment