Stoplight Paragraphs/Transition Words

So far we have gathered and paraphrased a lot of research on our book topics . The research is divided by chapter topic. Now, we can begin creating our chapter paragraphs. It can be tempting to shove all of the paraphrased research together to create a paragraph, but we can write better than that! Remember, each paragraph should flow well and sound cohesive. Be sure to follow the stoplight paragraph below to include a topic sentence, supporting sentences, and a closing sentence. The topic and closing sentences will not have any researched information. These sentences are for introducing the topic and concluding the paragraph only.

Be sure to use transition words to help make your paraphrased information into a good, cohesive paragraph. You do not have to use a transition word at the start of every sentence, but use them occasionally in your writing to help your individual facts become a complete paragraph. 

Remember to: make it flow, make it flow, make it flow. 

Roots Test

We will have a Roots Test on Friday. Here is a roots quizlet to help study for the test: Roots Quizlet

2nd Nine Weeks Benchmark

We will take the 2nd nine weeks benchmark test today. Make sure you read each question and all of the answer choices carefully. See the directions below:

• After you click on the link below, enter the room number posted on the board
• Type your name: (last name, first name)
• Take the test 
• Once you finish the benchmark, use the HTMS IXL log in and practice one of the pronouns skills from this week. 
• Subject and Object Pronouns- X.1, X.2, X.3
• Possessive Pronouns-Y.1
• If you master those skills continue with upcoming pronoun skills
• Pronouns and Antecedents W.1
• Inappropriate pronoun shifts P.1 
• Vague pronoun references Q.1, Q.2

Follow this link to take your grammar test online: Socrative

Pronouns

Today we will begin a new unit on pronouns. There are several pages of notes and practice that students should have in their binder to study with before the test. Students received a copy of everything they need in class. If a student misplaces his/her copy, they can print new ones below. 

Pronoun Notes

Pronoun Practice Pages

Roots Test

We will have a Roots Test this Friday in reading class. Students may use the following quizlet to help them study.

Roots Quizlet

Caught Ya Grammar

The following CYG sheets were given to students on 1/3/17. If you misplace your copies, you can print a new one from the links below.

CYG 1/3-1/9
CYG 1/16-1/23

Caught Ya Grammar

These two Caught Ya Grammar sheets were handed out on 11/21/16. We covered them all in class together. If you misplace your copy, you can print a new one from here.

11/21/16-11/28-16

12/5/16-12/12/16