Mrs. Grimm’S

Communication Arts and Reading Advantage

573-431-3300 extension 2647

Communication Arts and Reading is a study of the reading and writing processes. The goal of the class is to become a better writer and reader, while developing a deeper understanding of the mechanics of the English language.

Daily Materials: *loose leaf or notebook paper *pens *pencils

*highlighter *erasers *a novel of personal choice

Absences and Late Work: You are responsible for your work when you are not in class. You will have the number of days you were absent to complete missing work. Keep up with your work!

Classroom Expectations:

*be prepared for class each day – homework, materials, positive attitude!

*adhere to school rules *do your best

Special Needs: I am on your side! I want you to be successful this year! Talk to me about any concerns and troubles you incur. I am here for you and will work with you.

Discipline Policy: Students will adhere to the policies set in place by NCSD.

First Reprimand = verbal correction

Second Reprimand = complete a REFOCUS form and conference with me after class

Third Reprimand = complete a REFOCUS form and phone call home

Fourth Reprimand = office referral

Rewards: *Raider Bucks *Treats *Homework/Quiz passes

*Positive Recognition

Homework: Homework is a vital part of the learning experience and provides practice for the student. Homework will always be posted on the board and all assignments should be recorded by the student.

Assignments

Communication Arts Reading Advantage

10/25 Narrative Essay Edit and Revise Present Theme Posters

10/26 Library and Discuss 2^nd Quarter Book Project Theme packets

10/27 Publish Narrative Essay --due today Theme packets

11/1 Idioms Introduce Nonfiction, main idea, sequence of events “Flesh Eating Bacteria”

11/2 Library and book project Continue Monday

11/3 Idioms Introduce Drama, author’s purpose, tone and mood

11/4 Figurative Language p206 H/W Continue Wednesday

11/5 Study Island Benchmark Recap and quiz over nonfiction and drama

11/6 Study Island Benchmark

12/5 Read p446-465 Active Reading Strategies

12/6 P446-465 Ques A-R Continue

12/7 Continue Study Island Predictions/Infer

12/8 CPS clicker practice review questions Study Island Characters & mood

“Dark They Were and Golden Eyed”

12/9 Test over “Dark They…” 2^nd qu Common Assessment

12/12 Group Project over story Bridges Mid Year Reading Test

12/13 continue continue

12/14 Review Common Assessment Letters to Santa

12/15 2^nd qu Common Assessment A Christmas Carol

12/16 Quotation Marks continue

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2/7-3/25 MAP Testing Review for all Communication Arts and Reading Advantage Classes!!!

Review in class with Study Island, Buckle Down, and other MAP practice material

7th grade Reading GLE's

R1C-(Phonics) Apply decoding strategies to "problem-solve" unknown words

R1D-(Fluency) grade-level text

R1E-(Vocab) roots, affixes, context clues, glossary, dictionary, thesaurus

R1F-(Pre-Reading) prior knowledge, preview, predict w/ evidence, set purpose

R1G-(During Reading) determine unknown words, self-monitor comprehension, question text, infer, visualize, paraphrase, summarize

R1H-(Post-Reading) comprehension questions, id & explain main idea and details, predictions, questioning, reflect, draw conclusions, analyze, paraphrase, summarize

R1I-(Making Connections) compare, contrast, analyze:fiction, nonfiction, text ideas, self experiences, world culture & history

R2A-(Text Features) interpret & analyze title, text of fiction, poetry, drama

R2B-(Literary Techniques) hyperbole, imagery, propaganda, analyze literary tech

R2C-(Literary Elements) demonstrate comprehension, ID: plot, subplot, mood, flashback, theme, types of conflict., point of view, author's viewpoint, problem-solving process of characters, effectiveness of solutions, inferences

R3A-(Nonfiction Text Features) explain and analyze biographies, newspapers, technical manuals

R3B-(Literary Techniques) hyperbole, imagery, propaganda, analyze literary tech

R3C-(Text Structures) demonstrate comprehension, summarize author's ideas, predictions, inferences, evaluate accuracy of info, sequence events, compare & contrast, point of view, compare authors' viewpoints, cause & effect, problem-solving process & effectiveness of solutions, analyze 2+ text

R3D-(Understanding Directions)

7th grade CA GLE's

W1A-(writing process) prewriting, draft, revise, edit, publish

W2A-(audience & purpose) appropriate topic & specific audenience

W2B-(Ideas & Content) specific details

W2C-(Sentence Structure) effective beginning, middle, end, logical order, paragraphing, variety of sentences (complex), cohesive devices, transitions

W2D-(Word Choice) precise and vivid language, figurative language, sensory details, purposeful dialogue

W2E-(Conventions) capitalize w/in dialogue, commas & quotation marks in dialogue, semicolon in compound sentences, correct agreement of pronoun & antecedent, and consistent verb tense, edit spelling

W3A-(Types of Writing) narrative, descriptive, expository, persuasive, summary, responding to literature

Listening & Speaking

L1A-(Purpose of Listening) enjoyment, info, directions, critically, interpret propaganda techniques

L1B-(Listening Behavior) asks questions, make comments

L2A-(Discusion & Presentation) notes, media

L2B-(Giving Directions) clear & concise multi-step directions

Information Literacy

I1A-(Research Plan)

I1B-(Acquire Info) locate & use multiple resources

I1C-(Record Information) variety note-taking and organizing

I1D-(Sources) document sources using citation format

I2A-(Media) ID and explain media videos, pictures, web-sites, artwork, plays, news programs