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Curriculum & Pacing Guide Martinsville City Public Schools Revised Summer 2012 Sarah Byrd & Donna Lowery modified by PDH Grade 7: Reading
Curriculum & Pacing Guide
Martinsville City Public Schools
Revised Summer 2012 Sarah Byrd &
Donna Lowery modified by PDH
Grade 7: Reading
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 1
Martinsville City Public Schools’ Instructional Plan of Action The Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum Guide was developed using the Standards of Learning for Virginia Public Schools and the State Curriculum Framework. Also, an emphasis was placed on the integration of 21st Century Skills into all areas of K-12 education. Martinsville City Public Schools believes that to compete in a global community, all children must develop lifelong independent skills that demonstrate initiative, self direction, and the ability to problem-solve, innovate and create, and communicate by writing and speaking effectively. To provide an avenue for students to develop these important qualifications and provide a more rigorous learning environment, Martinsville City Public Schools encourages problem-based learning in all classrooms. The collaboration between students in this type of learning environment develops skills in leadership, accountability, social, and cross-cultural understanding as they communicate and think critically to problem-solve real world applications of the curriculum. Martinsville City Public Schools’ Core curriculum prepares students to achieve these 21st
Century skills through competent cross- curricular activities that apply knowledge of concepts learned in other areas of study and in the community.
Standard benchmark assessments along with project-based assessments and end of year SOL tests are administered to ensure mastery of the concepts. PALS assessments are used to ensure proficiency in Reading for grades Pre-K through Eight. To further ensure that all students learn to the best of their abilities, a Response to Intervention (RtI) system, using STAR Math, STAR Reading, and ARDT (Algebra Readiness Diagnostic test) is in place to guide classroom instruction, screen and progress monitor students so that intervention and enrichment activities are scheduled based on the students individual needs throughout the year.
The Martinsville City Public Schools’ Curriculum Guide is designed to provide a reference document for each subject and grade level that indicates The Curriculum’s Big Ideas, Instructional Strategies, Model lessons,& Assessment Instruments and suggested time frames to be used as a Guide for classroom instruction. In addition, Learning Targets at a Glance contains an overview of the curriculum taught for each grading period for each subject and grade level. 21
Curriculum Guide OVERVIEW
st
This symbol is used through to denote a 21
Century Internet Safety procedures are listed, and for Grades Three through Twelve, an SOL Testing Blueprint Target is included to give insight to the strands that will receive the most focus on the SOL Assessments. Two symbols will be used to denote the 21st Century Focus:
st
This symbol is used throughout to denote a 21
Century skill. st
Century Global Connection.
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
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Curriculum Big Ideas
The organizing topics, big ideas, or strands under which student learning is organized and the Essential Understandings, Knowledge and Skills students must develop in order to master these concepts (typically from the standards found in the VDOE curriculum framework). Essential Understandings—what we want students to understand about this idea, topic, or concept Essential Knowledge—What students must know in order to develop this understanding Essential Skills
—What students must be able to do in order to demonstrate that understanding
Standards of Learning that meet the criteria for 21st Century Skills will be identified by this symbol
Standards of Learning that meet the criteria for 21st Century Learning of Global Connections will be identified this symbol
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons
Resources, strategies, and models for delivery of the curriculum. Includes suggested teaching strategies, links to model lesson plans links to frequently referenced online sites, and suggested teacher resources and where to find them (online and hard copy, such as texts, primary source documents, etc.)
Assessment Items
Examples of formative and summative assessments for measuring student mastery of the curriculum. Includes essential questions, writing prompts, sample test items, benchmark test links, model performance-based assessments, and other assessment resources.
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
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Learning Targets at a Glance –7th Grade Reading
Grade 7 English Test Blueprint Summary Table- 55 question test
Word Analysis/ Word Reference Materials 7.4a-e
Comprehension of Fictional tests 7.5 a-e, g-k
Comprehension of Nonfiction tests 7.6 b-k
Excluded from testing Refer to VDOE Blueprint for additional information
8 17 20 http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/blueprints/english_blueprints/2010/2010_blueprint_gr7_reading.pdf
Learning Overview: The seventh-grade student will continue to develop oral communication skills and will become more knowledgeable of the effects of verbal and nonverbal behaviors in oral communication. The student will continue to read a wide variety of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry while becoming more independent and analytical. The student will continue to refine written composition skills, with special attention to word choice, organization, style, and grammar. Written explanations will utilize informational writing skills. The student will continue vocabulary development through a study of figurative language and continuing study of roots, affixes, and cognates. Knowledge of the informative/persuasive techniques of media messages will be studied. The student will apply research techniques to gather, organize, and communicate information, properly citing sources. The student will also demonstrate correct use of language, spelling, and mechanics by applying grammatical conventions in writing and speaking.
First Quarter 8/13-10/15
Second Quarter 10/16-12/21
Third Quarter 1/8-3/13
Fourth Quarter 3/14-5/22
7.1 a-e Group Discussions 7.2 a-c Verbal & non-verbal
communications 7.4 a b, e,f Word Analysis 7.5 a,f, g,h,I, j, l Comprehension of Fictional texts, narrative non-fiction, & poetry 7.7 a,b,c,d, j, k Writing: narrative focus 7.8 a, b,h Edit Writing 7.9 a-e Research project
Ongoing Fluency Practice & Vocabulary Review:
7.1 a-e Group Discussions
Reading at Independent Reading level & content area vocabulary review
7.2 a-c Verbal & non-verbal communications
7.3 a-e Elements of Media Messages 7.4 a -f Word Analysis 7.5 a, b, g, I, j Comprehension of Fictional texts, narrative non-fiction, & poetry 7.6 a- l Comprehension of nonfictional texts, 7.7 a-k Writing: Exposition focus 7.8 a, b,h Edit Writing 7.9 a-e Research project Ongoing Fluency Practice & Vocabulary Review:
7.1 a-e Group Discussions
Reading at Independent Reading level & content area vocabulary review
7.2 a-c Verbal & non-verbal communications
7.3 a-e Elements of Media Messages 7.4 a -b Word Analysis 7.5 l Comprehension of Fictional texts, narrative non-fiction, & poetry 7.6 a- d, f-l Comprehension of nonfictional texts, 7.7 a-k Writing: Persuasive focus 7.8 a-h Edit Writing 7.9 a-e Research project Ongoing Fluency Practice & Vocabulary Review:
Review all S.O.L. taught as preparation for the Spring S.O.L. test.
Reading at Independent Reading level & content area vocabulary review
7.1 a-e Group Discussions 7.2 a-c Verbal & non-verbal
communications 7.3 a-e Elements of Media Messages
7.4 a -f Word Analysis 7.5 d, l Comprehension of Fictional texts, narrative non-fiction, & poetry 7.6 e, f, g, h, I, k, l Comprehension of nonfictional texts, 7.7 b, c, d, j, k Writing: review all forms of writing 7.8 g,k Edit Writing 7.9 a-e Research project Ongoing Fluency Practice & Vocabulary Review: Reading at Independent Reading level & content area vocabulary review
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
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Suggested Time allocation for a 90 minute Reading Block
10
25
45
10
Reading Block
bell ringer 10 minutes
Whole group 25 minutes
Differentiatedinstruction 45 minutes
Checking for understanding 10 minutes
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
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21st Century Internet Safety Procedures
1. Teachers should review all internet sites and links prior to using them in the classroom. During this review, teachers need to ensure the
appropriateness of the content on the site. Checking for broken links and paying attention to inappropriate pop-ups or solicitations of
information.
2. Teachers should circulate throughout the classroom while students are on the internet to make sure the students are on the appropriate site and are not minimizing other inappropriate sites.
3. Teachers should periodically check and update any web addresses that they have on their MCPS webpage.
4. Teachers should assure that the use of these websites correlate with the objectives of the lesson and provide students with the appropriate challenges.
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
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Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
1st
Quarter
9 weeks - ongoing
7.1 The student will participate in and contribute to conversations, group
discussions, and oral presentations. a) Communicate ideas and information orally in an organized and succinct manner. b) Ask probing questions to seek elaboration and clarification of ideas. c) Make statements to communicate agreement or tactful disagreement with others’ ideas. d) Use language and style appropriate to audience, topic, and purpose. e) Use a variety of strategies to listen actively
7.2 The student will identify and demonstrate the relationship
between a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages. a) Use verbal communication skills, such as word choice, pitch, feeling, tone, and voice appropriate for the intended audience. b. Use nonverbal communication skills, such as eye contact, posture, and gestures to enhance verbal communication skills. c) Compare/contrast a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages.
Multimedia Tactful Conversation (formal and informal Discussion Presentations Ideas Audience Demonstrate Feeling Authentic Roots Cognates Affixes
Smart Board: Inspiration 7.5 Word Origins Oral Language Kids 4 Broadway www.pacificsites.net/~kidsplay/free.htm www.storyarts.org/ lesson plans/ Media Awareness Network English/ http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_determining_purpose_and_audience.pdf Enhanced Scope & Sequence Sayback pg 45,Say it like this pg 46, Waxing Lyric 47-48, Poem Alive! 50; Thanks for the Memory 51,
Textbook – Elements of Literature Adventures For Readers Choral Reading Mental Models For English Language Arts Poetry Recitations (Annabel Lee, & original poems)
(Pre-assessments) Group Discussion STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 7
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print
Resources
Instructional notes
1st
Quarter
9 weeks
7.4 The student will read to determine the meanings and pronunciations of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts.
a) Identify word origins and derivations. b) Use roots, cognates, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to expand vocabulary. e.) Use context and sentence structure to determine meanings and differentiate among multiple meanings of words. f) Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, listening, reading, and writing
7.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry.
a) Describe the elements of narrative structure including setting, character development, plot structure, theme, and conflict. f) Use prior and background knowledge as a context for new learning. g) Make inferences and draw conclusions based on the text.
h) Identify the main idea. i) Summarize text relating supporting details j) Identify the author’s organizational pattern.
l.) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Authentic Derivations Analogies Figurative Language Cognates Affixes Synonyms Antonyms Conflict Theme Resolution Inference simile metaphor personification hyperbole initiating event rising action climax falling action resolution
Compass Learning Odyssey Study Island Free Rice Edhelper VDOE Brain POP Enhanced Scope & Sequence Making Inferences It says, I say pg 140; Understanding Novels Open House-to Discover pg 141; Reader’s Theater pg 143; Somebody… Wanted .But… So pg 144, Story map 14-146, TPCASTT pg 147-148
Hoot (novel) Flush (novel) SCOPE Magazine When Kids Can’t Read – p 315 Common Roots, Prefixes, Suffixes
Story: Seventh Conflict:
Grade Plot Structure Project Graduation: PG-pg 87- Elements of Narrative Skill-Identifying types of conflict page 88 graphic organizer
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 8
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional notes
1st
Quarter
9 weeks
7.4 The student will read to determine the meanings and pronunciations of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts. a) Identify word origins and derivations.
b) Use roots, cognates, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to expand vocabulary.
7.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a
variety of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. a) Describe the elements of narrative structure including setting, character development, plot structure, theme, and conflict. f) Use prior and background knowledge as a context for new learning. g) Make inferences and draw conclusions based on the text.
h) Identify the main idea. i) Summarize text relating supporting details j) Identify the author’s organizational pattern l.) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension
throughout the reading process.
Authentic Derivations Analogies Figurative Language Cognates Affixes Synonyms Antonyms Conflict Theme Resolution Inference haiku limerick ballad free couplet quatrain
Computer Lab Smart Board Notes Enhanced Scope & Sequence Word Harvest pg 149 http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/fiction/6-8/22_6-8_readingfiction_identifyingunderstandingcharactertraits.pdf
Pg. 89-Elements of Narrative Skill Identifying internal and external conflict Pg. 90-Internal or External conflicts Worksheets Characterization/CharacterDevelopment:
Elements of Literature Book: Story: Duffy’s Jacket Pg. 84
Narrative Writing – Connections to “Seventh Grade” story from textbook STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 9
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
1st
Quarter
9 weeks
7.4 The student will read to determine the meanings and pronunciations of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts. a) Identify word origins and derivations.
b) Use roots, cognates, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to expand vocabulary.
7.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a
variety of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. a) Describe the elements of narrative structure including setting, character development, plot structure, theme, and conflict. f) Use prior and background knowledge as a context for new learning. g) Make inferences and draw conclusions based on the text.
h) Identify the main idea. i) Summarize text relating supporting details j) Identify the author’s organizational pattern.
l.) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Demonstrate Fictional Narrative Nonfiction Poetry Setting Character Plot structure Summary Author’s purpose foreshadowing irony rhyme rhythm meter repetition alliteration onomatopoeia
Study Island Compass Learning Brain Pop Smart Board Notes VDOE http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/fiction/6-8/20_6-8_readingfiction_identfyingintenaland_externalconflict.pdf
Elements of Narrative Skill-Identifying direct and indirect characterization Page 85 (Says, Does, Thinks: Character Traits Revealed Worksheet
Activities from Buckle Down or, Enhanced Scope & Sequence
Setting:
Weekly Assessment STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 10
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
1st
Quarter
9 weeks
7.4 The student will read to determine the meanings and pronunciations of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts. a) Identify word origins and derivations.
b) Use roots, cognates, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to expand vocabulary.
7.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a
variety of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. a) Describe the elements of narrative structure including setting, character development, plot structure, theme, and conflict. f) Use prior and background knowledge as a context for new learning. g) Make inferences and draw conclusions based on the text.
h) Identify the main idea. i) Summarize text relating supporting details j) Identify the author’s organizational pattern.
l.) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Demonstrate Fictional Narrative Nonfiction Poetry Setting Character Plot structure Summary Author’s purpose foreshadowing irony rhyme rhythm meter repetition alliteration onomatopoeia
Computer Lab Search Engines http://sms.iwcs.k12.va.us/smssolreview.html http://kids.yahoo. FOLDABLES http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/vocabulary/6-8/6_6-8_readingvocabulary_understanding%20and%20using%20roots%20to%20expand%20vocabularyJ.pdf
PG-pg 93 Elements of Narrative Skills- Understanding Theme
Theme:
PG- pg 57-59 Monitoring and Summarizing Skill Story:
Summarizing
“My Watch” by Mark Twain Activity Read, Rate, and Reread pg 60-64.
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 11
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
1st
Quarter
9 weeks
7.7 The student will write in a variety of forms with an emphasis
on exposition, narration, and persuasion. a) Identify intended audience. b) Use a variety of prewriting strategies including graphic organizers to generate and organize ideas. c) Organize writing structure to fit mode or topic.
d) Establish a central idea and organization. j) Revise sentences for clarity of content including specific vocabulary and information. k)Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and Publish writing.
Exposition Narration Persuasion Audience
Computer Lab Search Engines http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/adventure/grammar1.htm http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/ http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_identifying_audience_purpose.pdf
Project Graduation for Writing Modules Student Writing Portfolios MLA Stylebook http://learner.org/resources/series192.html
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 12
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
1st
Quarter
9 weeks
7.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a) Use a variety of graphic organizers, including sentence diagrams, to analyze and improve sentence formation and paragraph structure. b) Choose appropriate adjectives and adverbs to enhance h) Use correct spelling for commonly used words.
Point of view Exact language Dialogue Proofread Collaboration Pronouns Antecedents Eight parts of speech Noun Verb Pronoun Adjective Adverb Preposition Conjunction interjection
http://www.quia.com http://learner.org/resources/series192.html
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/writing/6-8/46_6-8_writing_graphicorganizers_and_effective_hooks.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.) STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 13
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
1st Quarter 9 weeks
7.9 The student will apply knowledge of appropriate reference materials to produce a research product. a) Collect and organize information from multiple sources including online, print and media. b) Evaluate the validity and authenticity of sources. c) Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d) Cite primary and secondary sources. e) Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.
Research Organize Evaluate
Computer Lab Search Engines http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/ http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_creating_thesis_statement.pdf
Dictionary Thesaurus Encyclopedia Reader’s Guide Almanac
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.) Library research activities 1st
STAR READING
Nine Weeks SOL Benchmark
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 14
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
2nd
Quarter
9 weeks
7.1 The student will participate in and contribute to conversations,
group discussions, and oral presentations. a) Communicate ideas and information orally in an organized and succinct manner. b) Ask probing questions to seek elaboration and clarification of ideas. c) Make statements to communicate agreement or tactful disagreement with others’ ideas. d) Use language and style appropriate to audience, topic,
and purpose. e) Use a variety of strategies to listen actively.
Conversations Succinct manner Tactful Tone
Audio Recordings http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_determining_purpose_and_audience.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 15
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
2Quarter
nd
9 weeks
7.2 The student will identify and demonstrate the relationship
between a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages. a) Use verbal communication skills, such as word choice, pitch, feeling, tone, and voice appropriate for the intended audience. b) Use nonverbal communication skills, such as eye contact, posture, and gestures to enhance verbal communication skills. c) Compare/contrast a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages.
7.3 The student will understand the elements of media literacy. a) Identify persuasive/informative techniques used in nonprint media including television, radio, video, and internet. b) Distinguish between fact and opinion, and between evidence and inference c) Describe how word choice and visual images convey a viewpoint. d) Compare and contrast the techniques in auditory, visual, and written media messages. e) Craft and publish audience-specific media messages.
Pitch Feeling Tone Posture Gestures name calling or innuendo glittering generalities card stacking bandwagon testimonials appeal to prestige, snobbery, or plain folks appeal to emotions
www.Newscurrents.com Audio Recordings Enhanced Scope & Sequence We’ll Hook You! Pg 55-56, http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/communication/6-8/2_6-8_communication_media_literacy_in_presentations.pdf
Authorship (Who constructed the message?)
Format (This is not just the medium being used but also how the creators used specific elements for effect, i.e., color, sound, emphasis on certain words, amateur video, kids’ voices.)
Audience (Who is the person or persons meant to receive the message? How will different people receive the message?)
Content (This is not just the visible content but the embedded content as well, which includes underlying assumptions of values or points of view; facts and opinions may be intermixed.) Purpose (Why is the message being sent—is it meant
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 16
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
2Quarter
nd
9 weeks
7.4 The student will read to determine the meanings and pronunciations of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts. a) Identify word origins and derivations. b) Use roots, cognates, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to expand vocabulary. c) Identify and analyze figurative language.
d) Identify connotations. e) Use context and sentence structure to determine meanings and differentiate among multiple meanings of words.
f) Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, listening, reading, and writing
7.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety
of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. a) Describe the elements of narrative structure including setting, character development, plot structure, theme, and conflict. b) Compare and contrast various forms and genres of fictional text. g) Make inferences and draw conclusions based on the text. i) Summarize text relating supporting details.
j) Identify the author’s organizational pattern.
Authentic Figurative language Simile, personification, hyperbole, metaphor Compare and contrast Inferences Draw conclusion foreshadowing irony rhyme rhythm meter repetition alliteration onomatopoeia
Brain Pop Study Island Jefferson Lab United Streaming News Currents Power Point on Characterization http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/fiction/6-8/29_6-8_readingfiction_describing_impact_of_visual_imagery_and_poetic_devices.pdf
Great Tales and poems of Edgar Allen Poe Textbook:
Elements of Literature
Three Skeleton Key (pgs. 38 – 51) The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo (Project Graduation, pgs. 62 – 63) Mowgli Brothers PG (pg. 45)
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 17
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
2Quarter
nd
9 weeks
7.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of nonfiction texts.
a) Use prior and background knowledge as a context for new learning. b) Use text structures to aid comprehension. c) Identify an author’s organizational pattern using textual clues, such as transitional words and phrases. d) Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information. e) Differentiate between fact and opinion
f) Identify the source, viewpoint, and purpose of texts. g) Describe how word choice and language structure convey an author’s viewpoint. h) Identify the main idea. i) Summarize text identifying supporting details.
j) Identify cause and effect relationships. k) Organize and synthesize information for use in written formats.
l) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Compare and contrast Inferences Draw conclusion Fact Opinion
Brain Pop Study Island Jefferson Lab United Streaming News Currents QAR Enhanced Scope & Sequence About/ point Chart pg 150-151, owner’s manual Directions 152, Group Summarizing Chart pg 153 ; Re Quest pg 159, http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/nonfiction/6-8/37_6-8_readingnonfiction_using_text_structure_to_determine_organization.pdf
Brain Pop: Right Hook/Left Hook Compare and Contrast) Long Walk to Freedom Rosa Parks Fact & Opinion An Unforgettable Journey Workout Skills Review and Practice SOL Coach Buckle Down SOL Prep Reading Comprehension
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 18
Pacing / Unit Time
Frame Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
2Quarter
nd
9 weeks
7.7 The student will write in a variety of forms with an emphasis on exposition, narration, and persuasion. a) Identify intended audience. b) Use a variety of prewriting strategies including graphic organizers to generate and organize ideas. c) Organize writing structure to fit mode or topic. d) Establish a central idea and organization.
e) Compose a topic sentence or thesis statement. f) Write multi-paragraph compositions with unity, elaborating the central idea. g) Select vocabulary and information to enhance the central idea, tone, and voice.
h) Expand and embed ideas by using modifiers, standard coordination, and subordination in complete sentences.
i) Use clauses and phrases for sentence variety. j) Revise sentences for clarity of content including specific vocabulary and information.
k) Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.
Exposition Narration Persuasive Mode Thesis Tone Voice Idea Embed Modifiers Coordination Subordination Sentence Plan Draft Revise edit
Computer Lab Power Point on Persuasive Writing Search Engines http://learner.org/resources/series192.html http://www.internet4classrooms.com/lang_write.htm http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/grade/7-8/ Enhanced Scope & Sequence pg 169-178 ; hooking the Reader, pg 179, Finding Voice 180, Choosing Tone 181, Peer Revision pg 182, PQP pg 183, SOS pg 184, Adding Transitions 187,
Using graphic organizers, (4 square) Pre-writing strategies, brainstorming, webbing, mapping, outlining Elements of Language: Grammar, Usage & Mechanics SOL Prep Editing & Revising
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 19
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
2Quarter
nd
9 weeks
7.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a) Use a variety of graphic organizers, including sentence diagrams, to analyze and improve sentence formation and paragraph structure. b) Choose appropriate adjectives and adverbs to enhance h) Use correct spelling for commonly used words.
Point of view Exact language Dialogue Proofread Collaboration Pronouns Antecedents Eight parts of speech Noun Verb Pronoun Adjective Adverb Preposition Conjunction interjection
http://www.quia.com http://learner.org/resources/series192.html Enhanced Scope & Sequence pg 169-178 ;
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/writing/6-8/55_6-8_writing_subject-verb_agreement.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.) STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 20
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
2Quarter
nd
9 weeks
7.9 The student will apply knowledge of appropriate reference materials to produce a research product. a) Collect and organize information from multiple sources including online, print and media. b) Evaluate the validity and authenticity of sources c) Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d) Cite primary and secondary sources e) Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow
ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.
Apply Reference Organize Multiple Evaluate Consequences Plagiarism Ethical Legal
Computer Lab Search Engines I-Pods http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_creating_thesis_statement.pdf Internet
PG (writing prep topic) Monthly journal topic Dictionary Thesaurus Encyclopedia
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT 2nd Nine Weeks SOL Benchmark
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 21
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
3Quarter
rd
9 weeks
7.1 The student will participate in and contribute to conversations, group discussions, and oral presentations. a) Communicate ideas and information orally in an organized and succinct manner. b) Ask probing questions to seek elaboration and clarification of ideas. c) Make statements to communicate agreement or tactful disagreement with others’ ideas. d) Use language and style appropriate to audience, topic, and purpose.
e) Use a variety of strategies to listen actively. 7.2 The student will identify and demonstrate the relationship
between a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages. a) Use verbal communication skills, such as word choice, pitch, feeling, tone, and voice appropriate for the intended audience. b) Use nonverbal communication skills, such as eye contact, posture, and gestures to enhance verbal communication skills. c) Compare/contrast a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages.
Conversations Succinct manner Tactful Tone Pitch Feeling Tone Posture Gestures
Audio Recordings http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_determining_purpose_and_audience.pdf
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/communication/6-8/2_6-8_communication_media_literacy_in_presentations.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 22
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
3Quarter
rd
9 weeks
7.3 The student will understand the elements of media literacy. a) Identify persuasive/informative techniques used in non print media including television, radio, video, and Internet. b) Distinguish between fact and opinion, and between evidence and inference. c) Describe how word choice and visual images convey a viewpoint. d) Compare and contrast the techniques in auditory, visual, and written media messages. e) Craft and publish audience-specific media messages.
7.4 The student will read to determine the meanings and pronunciations of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts.
a) Identify word origins and derivations. b) Use roots, cognates, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to expand vocabulary.
7.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry.
l) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Persuasive Informative Non print Convey Viewpoint Compare and Contrast Auditory visual
Brain Pop Study Island Jefferson Lab Compass Learning http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/communication/6-8/3_6-8_communication_research_research_product_media_literacy.pdf http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/vocabulary/6-8/8_6-8_readingvocabulary_understandingconnotation.pdf
Enhanced Scope & Sequence Keep on Reading, Comprehension Across the Curriculum SOL Coach SOL Prep, Reading Comprehension SOL Prep, Editing & Revising Building Stamina
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 23
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
3Quarter
rd
9 weeks
7.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of nonfiction texts.
a) Use prior and background knowledge as a context for new learning. b) Use text structures to aid comprehension. c) Identify an author’s organizational pattern using textual clues, such as transitional words and phrases. d) Draw conclusions and make inferences on explicit and implied information. e) Differentiate between fact and opinion.
f) Identify the source, viewpoint, and purpose of texts. g) Describe how word choice and language structure convey an author’s viewpoint. h) Identify the main idea. i) Summarize text identifying supporting details.
j) Identify cause and effect relationships. k) Organize and synthesize information for use in written formats.
l) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Non fiction Transitional Inferences Explicit Implied Authors Purpose (persuade, inform, & to entertain Cause and Effect
Brain Pop Study Island Jefferson Lab News Currents Compass Learning http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/fiction_nonfiction/6-8/14_6-8_readingfnf_making_connections.pdf
Novels: The Diary of Anne Frank, The Boy in the Stripped Pajamas
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 24
Pacing / Unit Time
Frame Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
3rd Quarter 9 weeks
7.7 The student will write in a variety of forms with an emphasis on exposition, narration, and persuasion. a) Identify intended audience. b) Use a variety of prewriting strategies including graphic organizers to generate and organize ideas. c) Organize writing structure to fit mode or topic. d) Establish a central idea and organization. e) Compose a topic sentence or thesis statement. f) Write multi paragraph compositions with unity elaborating the central idea. g) Select vocabulary and information to enhance the central idea, tone, and voice. h) Expand and embed ideas by using modifiers, standard coordination, and subordination in complete sentences. i) Use clauses and phrases for sentence variety. j) Revise sentences for clarity of content including specific vocabulary and information. k) Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.
Identify Organize Establish Compose Multi Enhance Revise persuasion
Computer Lab http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_prewriting_drafting_strategies.pdf http://learner.org/resources/series192.html http://www.internet4classrooms.com/lang_write.htm http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/grade/7-8/ Enhanced Scope & Sequence point of View pg 192,
Elements of Language: Grammar, Usage, & Mechanics 3-2-1 Paragraphs Four Square Writing Method http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/writing/6-8/52_6-8_writing_writing_process_persuasive_writing.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 25
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
3Quarter
rd
9 weeks
7.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and paragraphing. a) Use a variety of graphic organizers, including sentence diagrams, to analyze and improve sentence formation and paragraph structure. b) Choose appropriate adjectives and adverbs to enhance writing. c) Use pronoun-antecedent agreement to include indefinite pronouns. d) Use subject-verb agreement with intervening phrases and clauses. e) Edit for verb tense consistency and point of view. f) Demonstrate understanding of sentence formation by identifying the eight parts of speech and their functions in sentences. g) Use quotation marks with dialogue.
h) Use correct spelling for commonly used words.
Edit Grammar Capitalization Paragraphing Adjectives Adverbs Subject-verb agreement Point of view Quotation marks Dialogue coordination subordination modifiernoun
verb pronoun adjective adverb preposition conjunction interjection
Enhanced Scope & Sequence C3B4ME pg 193, 194, pg Quotation marks 195, commas 196, Apostrophes 197, sentence Formation pg 198, Subject –Verb Agreement pg 200, http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_identifying_audience_purpose.pdf http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/interactives/persuasion_map/ http://learner.org/resources/series192.html
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/writing/9-12/34_6-12_writing_developing_an_essay_using_specific_nouns_verbs_adj.pdf http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/writing/6-8/53_6-8_writing_revision.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 26
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
3Quarter
rd
9 weeks
7.9 The student will apply knowledge of appropriate reference materials to produce a research product. a) Collect and organize information from multiple sources including online, print and media. b) Evaluate the validity and authenticity of sources. c) Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d) Cite primary and secondary sources. e) Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and
follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.
Reference Media Authenticity Communicate Ethical legal
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_creating_thesis_statement.pdf http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/released_tests/index.shtml
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/research/3-5/47_3-5_research_plagiarism_and_crediting_sources.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 27
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
4Quarter
th
9 weeks
7.1 The student will participate in and contribute to conversations, group discussions, and oral presentations. a) Communicate ideas and information orally in an organized and succinct manner. d) Use language and style appropriate to audience, topic, and purpose. e) Use a variety of strategies to listen actively. 7.2 The student will identify and demonstrate the relationship
between a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages.
a) Use verbal communication skills, such as word choice, pitch, feeling, tone, and voice appropriate for the intended audience. b) Use nonverbal communication skills, such as eye contact, posture, and gestures to enhance verbal communication skills. c) Compare/contrast a speaker’s verbal and nonverbal messages.
7.3 The student will understand the elements of media literacy. b) Distinguish between fact and opinion, and between evidence and inference.
Conversation Oral presentations Discussions Distinguish Fact Opinion
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/released_tests/index.shtml http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/communication/6-8/2_6-8_communication_media_literacy_in_presentations.pdf http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/nonfiction/6-8/39_6-8_readingingnonfiction_distinguishing_fact_from_opinion.pdf
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/communication/6-8/3_6-8_communication_research_research_product_media_literacy.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 28
Pacing /
Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential
Vocabulary Technology&
Print Resources Instructional
notes
4th Quarter 9 weeks
7.4 The student will read to determine the meanings and pronunciations of unfamiliar words and phrases within authentic texts. a) Identify word origins and derivations. b) Use roots, cognates, affixes, synonyms, and antonyms to expand vocabulary. c) Identify and analyze figurative language. d) Identify connotations. e) Use context and sentence structure to determine meanings and differentiate among multiple meanings of words.
f) Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
7.5 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety
of fictional texts, narrative nonfiction, and poetry. d) Describe the impact of word choice, imagery, and literary devices including figurative language. l) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Derivations Differentiate Analogies foreshadowing irony rhyme rhythm meter repetition alliteration onomatopoeia
Brain Pop Study Island Jefferson Lab Compass Learning Free Rice http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/released_tests/index.shtml http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/vocabulary/6-8/5_6-8_readingvocabulary_using_word_maps_to_expand_vocabulary.pdf
Keep on Reading, Comprehension Across the Curriculum SOL Buckle Down & Practice Tests, Forms A & B Sol Prep, Reading Comprehension Building Stamina VA Standards of Learning, Practice & Mastery
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 29
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
4Quarter
th
9 weeks
7.6 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of nonfiction texts. e) Differentiate between fact and opinion.
f) Identify the source, viewpoint, and purpose of texts. g) Describe how word choice and language structure convey an author’s viewpoint. h) Identify the main idea.
i) Summarize text identifying supporting details. k) Organize and synthesize information for use in written formats.
l) Use reading strategies to monitor comprehension throughout the reading process.
Summarize Viewpoint Fact Opinion Process Transitional words/phrases
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/released_tests/2010/test10_reading7.pdf http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/reading/fiction_nonfiction/6-8/16_4-8_readingfnf_making_inferences.pdf
Elements of Literature Book:
The Fall of the House of Poe?
Story:
(pgs. 267-269) Eeking out a Life (pgs. 52-55) Canines to the Rescue (pgs. 351-355)
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 30
Pacing / Unit Time
Frame Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
4th Quarter 9 weeks
7.7 The student will write in a variety of forms with an emphasis on exposition, narration, and persuasion.
b) Use a variety of prewriting strategies including graphic organizers to generate and organize ideas. c) Organize writing structure to fit mode or topic.
d) Establish a central idea and organization. j) Revise sentences for clarity of content including specific vocabulary and information.
k) Use computer technology to plan, draft, revise, edit, and publish writing.
7.8 The student will edit writing for correct grammar, capitalization,
punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and paragraphing. g) Use quotation marks with dialogue.
h) Use correct spelling for commonly used words.
Mode Topic Revise Plan Draft Edit Quotation marks Dialogue Persuade coordination subordination modifiernoun
verb pronoun adjective adverb preposition conjunction interjection
Computer Lab Search Engines http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_prewriting_drafting_strategies.pdf Enhanced Scope & Sequence pg 169-178 ; hooking the Reader, pg 179, Finding Voice 180, Choosing Tone 181, Peer Revision pg 182, PQP pg 183, SOS pg 184, Adding Transitions 187,
Four Square Writing Method Creative Writing Prompts Teacher generated topics http://learner.org/resources/series192.html http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/writing/6-8/45_6-8_writing_elaborating_with_showing.pdf http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/writing/9-12/34_6-12_writing_developing_an_essay_using_specific_nouns_verbs_adj.pdf
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
Martinsville City Public Schools Curriculum & Pacing Guide Grade 7: English / Reading
Refer to the Curriculum Framework for actual lesson planning. Revised Summer 2012 Page 31
Pacing / Time
Frame Unit
Communication: Speaking, Listening, Media Literacy
Instructional Strategies & Model Lessons Assessment items
Essential Vocabulary
Technology& Print Resources
Instructional notes
4th Quarter 9 weeks
7.9 The student will apply knowledge of appropriate reference materials to produce a research product.
a) Collect and organize information from multiple sources including online, print and media. b) Evaluate the validity and authenticity of sources. c) Use technology as a tool to research, organize, evaluate, and communicate information. d) Cite primary and secondary sources. e) Define the meaning and consequences of plagiarism and follow ethical and legal guidelines for gathering and using information.
Online Validity Technology Evaluate Cite Plagiarism
Computer Lab Search Engines http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/lesson_plans/6-8_creating_thesis_statement.pdf http://learner.org/resources/series192.html http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/lesson_plans/research/6-8/61_6-8_research_locating_information_in_resources.pdf
Thesaurus Dictionary Encyclopedia
(Pre-assessments, pre-requisite skills, Strategies, etc.)
STAR READING
PALS Division level Benchmark test
PROJECT- BASED ASSESSMENT
