8thgradeenglishlanguageartsreading.doc

8th Grade English Language Arts Reading Sixth Six Weeks: Weeks 1-2 Theme: Relationships Time Frame: 10 Days Genre: Novel (Fiction) Writing: Literary Analysis TEKS: Use comprehension skills to listen attentively to others in formal and informal settings. ELAR 8.26; Use context (within a sentence and in larger sections of text) to determine or clarify the meaning of unfamiliar or ambiguous words or words with novel meanings. ELAR 8.2B; Use a dictionary, glossary, or a thesaurus (printed or electronic) to determine the meanings, syllabication, pronunciations, alternate word choices, and parts of speech of words. ELAR 8.2E; Make complex inferences about text and use textual evidence to support understanding .Figure 19.110.20D; Speak clearly and to the point, using the conventions of language . . . ELAR 8.27; Establish purposes for reading selected texts based upon own or others‘ desired outcome to enhance comprehension.ELAR 8.2B; Ask literal, interpretive, evaluative, and universal questions of text. Figure 19 110.20B; Summarize, paraphrase, and synthesize texts in ways that maintain meaning and logical order within a text and across texts. Figure 19 110.20E; Participate productively in discussions, plan agendas with clear goals and deadlines, set time limits for speakers, take notes, and vote on key issues. ELAR 8.28A; Make subtle inferences and draw complex conclusions about the ideas in text and their organizational patterns. ELAR 8.10C Objective: Engage in the Patterned Way of reading, thinking, writing, and talking as a way to achieve deeper understanding of persuasive texts. Develop and use wall charts and work collaboratively with peers to support learning. Engage in strategies to develop vocabulary. Apply comprehension skills by learning and practicing active reading strategies. Write responses to questions about theme, genre, and