I can use a variety of sentence structures in my writing.
I can use relevant information from reliable sources.
I can write an argument to support a claim.
There is no new writing homework this week. Your GOAL is to make sure you have taken advantage of all opportunities to show mastery of this quarter's learning goals:
I can use a variety of sentence structures in my writing. I can use relevant information from reliable sources. I can write an argument to support a claim.
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If Steve Jobs was alive today, what do you think his 6-word memoir might be? In addition to the 6-word memoir, write a paragraph in which you justify your choice (use examples from Steve's narrative). HINT: Don't forget about sentence variety! : ) To view the Steve Jobs' commencement address again, click HERE. Assignment due Friday, 2/28 Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Essay Contest
Due to Mrs. Mense Friday, 2/21 NOTE: Even if you do not want to enter the contest, you still need to complete the essay. It will be used as evidence for SENTENCE VARIETY. Because of the snow days last week, you will revisit last week's homework assignment.
See WEEK 24 (scroll down) for directions. EXIT TICKET: 10 complex sentences due TODAY, 2/11. Have a lovely week, students! After looking at the latest quizzes on sentence structure, most students are struggling with writing complex sentences. STEP 1: Watch this VIDEO to learn more about writing complex sentences! STEP 2: Complete the following worksheet using your own paper (you will have 10 complex sentences): Step 1: Read the article, "How Writing by Hand Makes Kids Smarter" and identify the issue.
Step 2: Think about your feelings on this topic. Come up with a claim (opinion about the issue). Step 3: Using what you know about quality thesis statements, develop a thesis statement that you could use to write an argument on this topic. Remember, it doesn't matter what your opinion on this issue is. I'm looking for QUALITY THESIS STATEMENTS! Your homework this week is to PRACTICE with the four sentence structures.
Remember: The POINT of learning how to write all four sentence structures is for you to be able to use a VARIETY of them in any piece of writing (to make your writing more interesting). Click on this LINK to practice! There is no writing homework this week.
Write down the following learning goals, so you can keep track of your 3rd quarter progress: I can gather and use relevant, credible information. I can write an argument to support a claim. I can demonstrate proper English grammar and usage (sentence variety) I can use technology to produce and publish writing. There is no weekly writing homework this week.
This is the last week of the quarter! What evidence is MISSING? What evidence needs REVISION? Friday, 12/20 is early dismissal for students. Classes resume at our NEW EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL on Jan. 6. No weekly writing homework this week.
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AuthorMrs. Mense, 7th Grade Communication Arts Archives
May 2014
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