Tuesday, March 24: 3:30-4:30

Monday, March 28th: 3:30-4:30

Tuesday, March 29th: 3:30-4:30

Thursday, March 31: 3:30-4:30

Common Core Standards Covered This Week:

CCSSRL.6.4: Determine the meaning of unknown words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings.

a. Use context as a clue to a meaning of a word or phrase.

b. use common, grade-appropriate Greek or Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word.

c. Consult reference materials to find the pronunciation of a word.

CCSSRL.6.5: Demonstrate an understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

a. Interpret figures of speech in context.

b. Use the relationship between particular words (cause/effect, part/whole, item/category)

c. Distinguish among the connotations (associations) and denotations (definitions) of words.

CCSSW.6.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Learning Targets:

I can determine the meaning of unknown words.

I can understand relationships between words.

I can understand the difference between connotative and denotative meanings.

I can determine the relationship between words.

I can write an argumentative essay.

We will be reviewing for Milestones All WEEK! Reading, Writing, Vocabulary!

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