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COMMON CORE STANDARD Small Group Book Title Small Book, Teacher's Guide Page - Section Letter Level

Number Level

READING: LITERATURENOTE: Many Small-Group Titles Can Be Used for Literature Purposes

Key Ideas and Details

Julius Caesar & Cleopatra

TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 8 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA Assessment

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The Structure of Earth

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do scientists learn about the structure of Earth?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the characteristics of Earth's core and lower mantle?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the characteristics of Earth's upper mantle and crust?

X 60

Daily Life in the Medieval World

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Studies Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do people in medieval Europe relate to the state and to their society?TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did people in medieval China relate to the state and their society?TG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did people in medieval Japan relate to the state and their society?

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Chemistry in Medicine

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

T 44

Explorers of the Americas TG p. 16 -Skills Bank: Build Comprehension: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

U 50

Science Measuring Tools

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-4: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 10 - Chapter 5: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

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Life of a Comet

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Summarize Information

W 60

Julius Caesar & CleopatraTG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

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Benchmark Literacy Small-Group Titles Correlated to the Common Core StandardsGRADE 6 -- UNIT 1

Cite textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.

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Craft and StructureLife of a Comet TG pg. 3 - Build Content Background W 60

Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death

TG p. 4 - Build Fluency Q-Z

Analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the theme, setting, or plot.

Life of a Comet TG pg. 3 - Build Content Background W 60

Integration of Knowledge and Ideas

Chemistry in MedicineTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Sidebars

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Explorers of the AmericasTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Source Documents

U 50

Science Measuring ToolsTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-4: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Labeled Photographs

V 60

Life of a CometTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Labeled Diagrams

W 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Diagrams

X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time Lines

X 60

Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics.

Julius Caesar & CleopatraTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book X 60

Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity

READING: INFORMATIONAL TEXTKey Ideas and Details



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TG p. 4 - Analyze Theme

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By the end of the year, read and comprehend literature, including stories, dramas, and poems, in the grades 6–8 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.

Explain how an author develops the point of view of the narrator or speaker in a text.

Describe how a particular story’s or drama’s plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.


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Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone

40-80

Compare and contrast the experience of reading a story, drama, or poem to listening to or viewing an audio, video, or live version of the text, including contrasting what they “see” and “hear” when reading the text to what they perceive when they listen or watch.

Life of a Comet TG pgs. 5 -6 - After Reading: Discuss the Reading W

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do scientists learn about the structure of Earth?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the characteristics of Earth's core and lower mantle?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the characteristics of Earth's upper mantle and crust?

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Studies Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do people in medieval Europe relate to the state and to their society?TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did people in medieval China relate to the state and their society?TG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did people in medieval Japan relate to the state and their society?

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TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

T 44

Explorers of the Americas TG p. 16 -Skills Bank: Build Comprehension: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

U 50


TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-4: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 10 - Chapter 5: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

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Life of a Comet

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Summarize Information

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Julius Caesar & CleopatraTG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-4: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Make Connections

V 60

Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Historical Perspective

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Craft and Structure


Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.

Analyze in detail how a key individual, event, or idea is introduced, illustrated, and elaborated in a text (e.g., through examples or anecdotes)

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TG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structure: EtymologiesTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structure: Etymologies

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Knowledge of Word Structure to Determine Word Meaning: EtymologiesTG p. 10 - Chapter 5: Use Knowledge of Word Structure to Determine Word Meaning: Etymologies

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TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Julius Caesar"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Cleopatra"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Word Origins Challenge

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Synonyms and Direct Definitions to Determine Word KnowledgeTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Multiple Meaning WordsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Descriptions and Synonyms to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions, Synonyms, and Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins

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Chemistry in Medicine TG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: Evaluate Cause-and-Effect Relationships

T 44

Explorers of the Americas

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Text Structure and OrganizationTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Text Structure and OrganizationTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Text Structure and OrganizationTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Evaluate Cause and Effect Relationships

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategy: Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategy: Text Importance and Ask QuestionsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategy: Ask Questions and Text Importance

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategy: Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategy: Text Importance, Ask QuestionsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategy: Text Importance, Ask Questions

X 60

Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and explain how it is conveyed in the text.


TG p. 4 - Build Fluency: Read with Expression: Stage Directions Q-Z 40-80



T 44

Explorers of the AmericasTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Source Documents

U 50

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

Analyze how a particular sentence, paragraph, chapter, or section fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the ideas.

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Science Measuring ToolsTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-4: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Labeled Photographs

V 60

Life of a CometTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Labeled Diagrams

W 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Diagrams

X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time Lines

X 60

Life of a Comet

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: VisualizeTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: VisualizeTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Visualize

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TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and Opinion

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RereadTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RereadTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RereadTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

T 44

Explorers of the AmericasTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Set a Purpose for Reading

U 50

Science Measuring ToolsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-4: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: Set a Purpose for Reading

V 60

Life of a CometTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

W 60

Julius Caesar & CleopatraTG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Julius Caesar"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Cleopatra"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Cleopatra"

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The Structure of EarthTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapter

X 60

Daily Life in the Medieval WorldTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapter

X 60

WRITINGText Types and PurposesWrite arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly.

Science Measuring Tools TG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Main Idea/Supporting Details Paragraph

V 60

60VCompare and contrast one author’s presentation of events with that of another (e.g., a memoir written by and a biography on the same person).

TG p. 2 - Additional Related ResourcesScience Measuring Tools

Integrate information presented in different media or formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively) as well as in words to develop a coherent understanding of a topic or issue.

By the end of the year, read and comprehend literary nonfiction in the grades 6–8 text complexity band proficiently, with scaffolding as needed at the high end of the range.

Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

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Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.

Explorers of the AmericasTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

U 50

Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons. Chemistry in Medicine

TG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

T 44

Establish and maintain a formal style. Chemistry in MedicineTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

T 44

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented.


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Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

Chemistry in MedicineTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

T 44

Explorers of the AmericasTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

U 50


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Life of a CometTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

W 60

The Structure of EarthTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Hypothesis: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Write a Hypothesis: Defining the Problem

X 60

Chemistry in Medicine TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44Explorers of the Americas TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response U 50


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The Structure of Earth TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Write a Hypothesis: Defining the ProblemTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Write a Hypothesis: Edit and Review

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Life of a Comet TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response W 60

The Structure of EarthTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Write a Hypothesis: Edit and ReviewTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Write a Hypothesis: Final Draft andIllustrations

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Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

Establish and maintain a formal style.

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the information or explanation presented.

Develop the topic with relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.

Use appropriate transitions to clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.

Introduce a topic; organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

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Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.

Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60

Daily Life in the Medieval WorldTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Biography: Introduce and Plan X 60


Daily Life in the Medieval WorldTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviewTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Write a Biography: Create Final Draft

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Production and Distribution of WritingChemistry in Medicine TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44

Explorers of the Americas TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response U 50


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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Strong LeadTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Strong LeadTG p. 10 - Write a Biography

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Daily Life in the Medieval World TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviewTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Write a Biography: Create Final Draft

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Life of a Comet TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response W 60Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60


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The Structure of Earth TG p. 9 - Conclusion: Write a Hypothesis: Publish and Share X 60

Daily Life in the Medieval World TG p. 9 - Conclusion: Write a Biography: Publish and Share X 60

Research to Build and Present Knowledge

Science Measuring ToolsTG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: ResearchTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Main Idea/Supporting Details Paragraph

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Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing as well as to interact and collaborate with others; demonstrate sufficient command of keyboarding skills to type a minimum of three pages in a single sitting.

Provide a conclusion that follows from the narrated experiences or events.

Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence and signal shifts from one time frame or setting to another.

Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, and sensory language to convey experiences and events.

Conduct short research projects to answer a

Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1–3 above.)

With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, and description, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.

Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.

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Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Apply grade 6 Reading standards to literature (e.g., “Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres [e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories] in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics”).


TG p. 5 - Reading Across Texts Q-Z 40-80

Chemistry in Medicine TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44



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Life of a Comet TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response W 60Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60


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Range of WritingChemistry in Medicine TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44



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Daily Life in the Medieval World TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Write a Biography: Edit and Review X 60

SPEAKING AND LISTENINGComprehension and Collaboration

Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Chemistry in Medicine TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44Explorers of the Americas TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading U 50Science Measuring Tools TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the Reading V 60

Life of a Comet TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading W 60

Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion

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The Structure of EarthTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Daily Life in the Medieval World TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts X 60

Chemistry in MedicineTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

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40-80Q-ZTG p. 4 - Comprehension

Apply grade 6 Reading standards to literary nonfiction (e.g., “Trace and evaluate the argument and specific claims in a text, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not”).

Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.

Follow rules for collegial discussions, set specific goals and deadlines, and define individual roles as needed.

Come to discussions prepared, having read or studied required material; explicitly draw on that preparation by referring to evidence on the topic, text, or issue to probe and reflect on ideas under discussion.

Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources; assess the credibility of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and providing basic bibliographic information for sources.


question, drawing on several sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.

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Explorers of the AmericasTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

U 50

Science Measuring ToolsTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-4: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: Discuss the Reading

V 60

Life of a CometTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

W 60


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 4 - Day 2: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 6 - Day 3: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 8 - Day 4: Prepare to Read: Reflect and Review

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Daily Life in the Medieval WorldTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Chemistry in MedicineTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

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The Structure of EarthTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Daily Life in the Medieval WorldTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Chemistry in Medicine TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

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Explorers of the Americas TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading U 50

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.

Life of a CometTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading W 60


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LANGUAGEConventions of Standard EnglishDemonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

50UTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingExplorers of the Americas

Present claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

Pose and respond to specific questions with elaboration and detail by making comments that contribute to the topic, text, or issue under discussion.

Review the key ideas expressed and demonstrate understanding of multiple perspectives through reflection and paraphrasing.

Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how it contributes to a topic, text, or issue under study.

Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate.

Delineate a speaker’s argument and specific claims, distinguishing claims that are supported by reasons and evidence from claims that are not.

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Ensure that pronouns are in the proper case (subjective, objective, possessive).


Use intensive pronouns (e.g., myself, ourselves). Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60Recognize and correct inappropriate shifts in pronoun number and person.


Recognize and correct vague pronouns (i.e., ones with unclear or ambiguous antecedents).


Recognize variations from standard English in their own and others' writing and speaking, and identify and use strategies to improve expression in conventional language.


Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.


Use punctuation (commas, parentheses, dashes) to set off nonrestrictive/parenthetical elements.


Spell correctly. Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60

Knowledge of LanguageUse knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.Vary sentence patterns for meaning, reader/listener interest, and style.


Maintain consistency in style and tone. Julius Caesar & Cleopatra TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60

VOCABULARY ACQUISITION AND USEDetermine or clarify the meaning of unknown and Adverbs and phrases based on grade 6 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

Life of a Comet

TG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct DefinitionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct Definitions

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions, Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions) to Determine Word Meaning

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Use common, grade-appropriate Greek or Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., audience, auditory, audible).


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions, Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions) to Determine Word Meaning

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Consult reference materials (e.g., dictionaries, glossaries, thesauruses), both print and digital, to find the pronunciation of a word or determine or clarify its precise meaning or its part of speech.


Verify the preliminary determination of the meaning of a word or phrase (e.g., by checking the inferred meaning in context or in a dictionary).


Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.

Interpret figures of speech (e.g., personification) in context. Chemistry in Medicine


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Use context (e.g., the overall meaning of a sentence or paragraph; a word’s position or function in a sentence) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.

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Use the relationship between particular words (e.g., cause/effect, part/whole, item/category) to better understand each of the words.


TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Synonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Synonyms to Determine Word Meaning

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Synonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Synonyms to Determine Word Meaning

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Synonyms and Direct Definitions to Determine Word KnowledgeTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Descriptions and Synonyms to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions, Synonyms, and Descriptions to Determine Word Meanings

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Knowledge of Word Structure to Determine Word Meaning: EtymologiesTG p. 10 - Chapter 5: Use Knowledge of Word Structure to Determine Word Meaning: Etymologies

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TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Word Origins Challenge

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Synonyms and Direct Definitions to Determine Word KnowledgeTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Multiple Meaning WordsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Descriptions and Synonyms to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions, Synonyms, and Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins

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Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and

phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to

comprehension or expression.

Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., stingy, scrimping, economical, unwasteful, thrifty).

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READING: LITERATURENOTE: Many Small-Group

Titles Can Be Used for Literature Purposes


From Pyramids to Skyscrapers

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 4 - Chapters 1-3: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss Using Prior KnowledgeTG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Make Inferences

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Frederick Douglas &Sojourner Truth


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Governments in Ancient Times

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Studies Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What forms of government existed in Greece during the Mycenaean Age and the Dark Ages?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did democracy emerge in ancient Athens?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What was the government like in the early days of the Roman Republic, and how did it change over time? How did the government change during the Roman Empire?

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The Formation of the U.S. Economy: 1700-1860

TG p. 2 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What was the economy of the British colonies in North America?TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the United States develop a national economy in the early years of the nation?TG p. 8 - Chapters 3&4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the Industrial Revolution in the first half of the nineteenth century impact the U.S. economy? How did economic differences between the agricultural South and the industrial North create conflict?

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Tomb Robber!: A Story of Ancient Egypt & The Strong and the Weak: Hammurabi's Choice

TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Sequence of EventsTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Sequence of EventsTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Character

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Craft and Structure

The Key in the CaveBrooke Leaves the Group

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "The Key in the Cave"TG p. 3 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeterographsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Brooke Leaves the Group"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeterographsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Which Heterograph?

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TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Tomb Robber!: A Story of Ancient Egypt"TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive LanguageTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "The Strong and the Weak: Hammurabi's Choice"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive LanguageTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Sentence Add On

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Romeo and Juliet: In Beverly Hills TG p. 2 - Introduce the "Fractured" Classic and the Script Q-Y



TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Author's PurposeTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Author's Purpose

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TG p. 4 - Chapters 1-3: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: Time LinesTG p. 5 - Chapters 4&5: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 6 - Chapters 6-8: Focus on Comprehension: Use Text Features: IndexTG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Use Captions

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary SourcesTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Tables

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A Western Activity BookTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Photographs

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 2 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Graphs and TablesTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3&4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Tables

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TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book

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TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book W 60



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "The Key in the Cave"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Brooke Leaves the Group"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Brooke Leaves the Group"

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TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Tomb Robber!: A Story of Ancient Egypt"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "The Strong and the Weak: Hammurabi's Choice"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Tomb Robber!: A Story of Ancient Egypt"

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TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 4 - Chapters 1-3: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss Using Prior KnowledgeTG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Make Inferences

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Studies Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What forms of government existed in Greece during the Mycenaean Age and the Dark Ages?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did democracy emerge in ancient Athens?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What was the government like in the early days of the Roman Republic, and how did it change over time? How did the government change during the Roman Empire?

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Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.







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TG p. 2 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What was the economy of the British colonies in North America?TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the United States develop a national economy in the early years of the nation?TG p. 8 - Chapters 3&4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the Industrial Revolution in the first half of the nineteenth century impact the U.S. economy? How did economic differences between the agricultural South and the industrial North create conflict?

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TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 4 - Chapters 1-3: Focus on Comprehension: Begin the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Steps in a ProcessTG p. 5 - Chapters 4&5: Focus on Comprehension: Continue the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Steps in a ProcessTG p. 6 - Chapters 6-8: Focus on Comprehension: Complete the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Steps in a Process

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TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Sequence of EventsTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Sequence of Events

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Identify Sequence of EventsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Identify Sequence of Events

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A Western Activity Book

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Steps in a ProcessTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Steps in a ProcessTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-5: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Steps in a Process

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Identify Sequence of EventsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Identify Sequence of EventsTG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Identify Sequence of Events

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Craft and Structure


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Frederick Douglas"TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: AdjectivesTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Frederick Douglas"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: AdjectivesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Adjective Time

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A Western Activity Book TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Identify Multiple-Meaning WordsTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-5: Identify Multiple-Meaning Words

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TG p. 2 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Open Compound WordsTG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Compound Words, Prefixes

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance: VisualizeTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance: Visualize

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance, VisualizeTG p. 8 - Chapters 3&4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance, Visualize

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From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 5 - Chapters 4&5: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss the Author's Purpose

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TG p. 4 - Chapters 1-3: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: Time LinesTG p. 5 - Chapters 4&5: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 6 - Chapters 6-8: Focus on Comprehension: Use Text Features: IndexTG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Use Captions

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary SourcesTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Tables

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A Western Activity BookTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Photographs

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 2 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Graphs and TablesTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3&4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Tables

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From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 6 - Chapters 6-8: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss Drawing Conclusions

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TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Compare and Contrast

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A Western Activity Book TG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast

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From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 2 - Related Resources T 44

A Western Activity Book TG p. 2 - Additional Related Resources X 60


From Pyramids to SkyscrapersTG p. 4 - Chapters 1-3: Read the TextTG p. 5 - Chapters 4&5: Read the TextTG p. 6 - Chapters 6-8: Read the Text

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TG p. 3 - Day 1: Read "Frederick Douglas"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Sojourner Truth"

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Governments in Ancient TimesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Read the Chapters

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A Western Activity BookTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Set a Purpose for Reading

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapters 3&4: Read the Chapters

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WRITINGText Types and PurposesWrite arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence. Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly.

A Western Activity Book TG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write Directions for an Activity

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Persuasive Text: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: Create Final Draft

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Compare and contrast one author’s presentation of events with that of another (e.g., a memoir written by and a biography on the same person).

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Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons.



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Establish and maintain a formal style. Governments in Ancient Times

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Biography: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Biography: Final Draft

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Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented. Governments in Ancient Times


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From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 8 - Writing Workshop: Mini-Lesson: Writing Focus: Identifying Steps in a Process

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Think and Write About ItTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Think and Write About ItTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Think and Write About ItTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write Directions for an Activity

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Persuasive Text: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: Draft

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Biography: Final Draft

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: Create Final Draft

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Governments in Ancient TimesTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise

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TG p. 10 - Write a Biography U 50


TG p. 10 - Write a Realistic Fiction Story V 50


TG p. 10 - Write a Historical Fiction Story W 60

Frederick Douglas &Sojourner Truth TG p. 10 - Write a Biography U 50











Use a variety of transition words, phrases, and clauses to convey sequence and signal shifts from






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Production and Distribution of Writing


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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: A Strong EndingTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: A Strong EndingTG p. 10 - Write a Biography

U 50


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: SlangTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: SlangTG p. 10 - Write a Realistic Fiction Story

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TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Historical Fiction Story W 60


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Governments in Ancient Times TG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Biography: Publish and Share

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TG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: Publish and Share

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From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 8 - Writing Workshop: Mini-Lesson: Writing Focus: Identifying Steps in a Process T 44







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Governments in Ancient Times TG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Publish and Share V 60Tomb Robber!: A Story of

Ancient Egypt & The Strong and the Weak: Hammurabi's Choice



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TG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Text: Create Final Draft

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Range of Writing





one time frame or setting to another.




Conduct short research projects to answer a question, drawing on several sources and refocusing the inquiry when appropriate.



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SPEAKING AND LISTENINGComprehension and CollaborationEngage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Respond T 44Frederick Douglas &

Sojourner TruthTG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion

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TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion

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Governments in Ancient Times TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts V 60


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion W 60

A Western Activity Book TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the Reading X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Studies Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Respond T 44


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Reflect and Review

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Governments in Ancient TimesTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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A Western Activity BookTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Discuss the Reading

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Governments in Ancient TimesTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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A Western Activity Book TG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the Reading X 60



Romeo and Juliet: In Beverly Hills TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading Q-Y







TG pp. 4-5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Language Forms and Functions: Personal PronounsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Language Forms and Functions: Personal PronounsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Language Forms and Functions: Personal Pronouns

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Recognize variations from standard English in their own and others' writing and speaking, and identify and use strategies to improve expression in conventional language.*


Recognize and correct vague pronouns (i.e., ones with unclear or ambiguous antecedents).*

Recognize and correct inappropriate shifts in pronoun number and person.*

Use intensive pronouns (e.g., myself, ourselves).


Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and

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Q-YTG p. 2 - Assign RolesRomeo and Juliet: In Beverly Hills



60XTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Discuss the ReadingA Western Activity Book

Q-YTG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/ReadingRomeo and Juliet: In Beverly Hills


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Knowledge of LanguageUse knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.















TG p. 4 - Chapters 1-3: Focus on Comprehension: Use Context CluesTG p. 5 - Chapters 4&5: Focus on Comprehension: Use Context Clues

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions, Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions, Descriptions, and Glossary) to Determine Word Meaning

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3&4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions and Descriptions) to Determine Word Meanings

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Greek and Latin RootsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Greek and Latin RootsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Greek and Latin Roots

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes im-, ex-

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use a Glossary to Confirm Word MeaningTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions, Descriptions, and Glossary) to Determine Word Meaning

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use a Glossary to Confirm Word MeaningTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions, Descriptions, and Glossary) to Determine Word Meaning

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From Pyramids to Skyscrapers TG p. 6 - Chapters 6-8: Focus on Comprehension: Identify Acronyms

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Slang

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: OxymoronsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Oxymorons

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Slang V 50



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TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: AdjectivesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: AdjectivesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Adjective Time

U 50

A Western Activity Book TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Identify Multiple-Meaning WordsTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-5: Identify Multiple-Meaning Words

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TG p. 2 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Open Compound WordsTG p. 9 - Chapters 3&4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Compound Words, Prefixes

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TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Sequence of EventsTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Sequence of EventsTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Character

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Spell correctly.


Interpret figures of speech (e.g., personification) in context.

Use punctuation (commas, parentheses, dashes) to set off nonrestrictive/parenthetical elements.*

Maintain consistency in style and tone.

Vary sentence patterns for meaning, reader/listener interest, and style.




spelling when writing.

Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.




TG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections across Texts

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Battles of the American Revolution: Saratoga

TG p. 4 - Chapters 1,2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask Questions

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Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete the KWHL Chart U 50

Interactions of Living Things

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What factors control the size of a population of living things?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do different species interact?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do living things adapt to their communities? How do people affect populations and communities?

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Foundations of Matter

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the modern theory of the atom develop over time?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How are atoms described in terms of their protons, neutrons, and electrons?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How are chemical elements organized in the periodic table?

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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the properties of carbon atoms and compounds?TG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are carbon polymers and how are these polymers used?TG p. 7 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do living things depend on carbon compounds to survive?

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TG pp. 5-6 - Chapters 1,2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Information

T 44

Craft and Structure

Campus AttackSabotage!

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Campus Attack"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HomonymsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Sabotage!"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HomonymsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Homonym Riddles

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Mere Moments:A Story of Pearl HarborThe Day the Towers Fell

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Mere Moments:A Story of Pearl Harbor"TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "The Day the Towers Fell"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Beat the Confusion

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The New Colossus TG p. 2 - Preview the Script N-Y


TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Author's Purpose

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TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapters 1,2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Maps

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Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 10 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Photographs

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: SidebarsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: SidebarsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Sidebars

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables

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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Molecular ModelsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Molecular Models

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TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book X 60



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Campus Attack"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Sabotage!TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Sabotage!

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TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Mere Moments: A Story of Pearl Harbor"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "The Day the Towers Fell"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "The Day the Towers Fell"

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Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete the KWHL Chart U 50


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What factors control the size of a population of living things?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do different species interact?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do living things adapt to their communities? How do people affect populations and communities?

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the modern theory of the atom develop over time?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How are atoms described in terms of their protons, neutrons, and electrons?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How are chemical elements organized in the periodic table?

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The New Colossus TG pg. 2 - Introduce the Poem and the Script N-Y










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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the properties of carbon atoms and compounds?TG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are carbon polymers and how are these polymers used?TG p. 7 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do living things depend on carbon compounds to survive?

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TG pp. 5-6 - Chapters 1,2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Information

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TG p. 17 - Skills Bank: Build Comprehension: Make Inferences T 44

Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 17 - Skills Bank: Build Comprehension: Make Inferences U 50


TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make InferencesTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Inferences

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Make InferencesTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Making Inferences

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TG pp. 3-4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate the Metacognitive Strategies: Make ConnectionsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate the Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and Fix-Up Monitoring (Reread)TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Make InferencesTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss the Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and Fix-Up Monitoring (Reread)

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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Make InferencesTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Make Inferences

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Craft and Structure

Interactions of Living Things TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Derivations

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Open Compound WordsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Multiple-Meaning Words

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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word MapsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Pedestal Word Charts

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Forensics: Chemistry and Crime

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Text Structure and OrganizationTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Text Structure and OrganizationTG p. 10 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Text Structure and Organization

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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate the Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Activate the Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance: Ask QuestionsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Ask Questions: Determine Text Importance

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TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapters 1,2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Maps

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Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 10 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Photographs

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: SidebarsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: SidebarsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Sidebars

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables

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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Molecular ModelsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Molecular Models

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TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Identify Cause-and-Effect Relationships

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: VisualizeTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Visualize and Reread

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TG p. 4 - Chapters 1,2: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReadingTG p. 6 - Chapter 3: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReading

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Interactions of Living ThingsTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Read the Chapters

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Foundations of MatterTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapters

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Carbon ChemistryTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: Read the ChaptersTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Read the Chapters

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WRITINGText Types and PurposesWrite arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly. Foundations of Matter

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Biography: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise

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N-YTG p. 2 - Introduce the Poem and the Script


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Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons. Foundations of Matter

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise

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Establish and maintain a formal style. Foundations of Matter


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Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented. Foundations of Matter


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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: How to Write a Field Report: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Field Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Field Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Field Report: Final Draft and Illustrations

W 60



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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Descriptive Report: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

X 60

Battles of the American Revolution: Saratoga TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44

Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response U 50


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Field Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Field Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Field Report: Final Draft and Illustrations

W 60



X 60

Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: Edit and Revise

X 60


TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44


TG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise

U 50



W 60



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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Carbon Chemistry


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Carbon Chemistry


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TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery V 60


TG p. 10 - Write a Historical Fiction Story X 60

Campus AttackSabotage! TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery V 60












Production and Distribution of WritingBattles of the American

Revolution: SaratogaTG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44

Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response U 50Campus Attack

Sabotage!TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Mystery

V 60


TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Field Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Field Report: Final Draft and Illustrations

W 60


TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Historical Fiction Story X 60


TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise

X 60

Carbon Chemistry


X 60




Sabotage!TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery V 60



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Carbon Chemistry


X 60



Interactions of Living Things TG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Field Report: Publish and Share

W 60



Foundations of Matter TG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Access Science and Content-Literacy Skills: : Write a Biography: Publish and Share

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Carbon Chemistry TG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Access Science and Content-Literacy Skills: : Write a Summary of a Descriptive Report: Publish and Share

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Research to Build and Present KnowledgeCampus Attack


Interactions of Living Things TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: How to Write a Field Report: Introduce and Plan

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Carbon Chemistry


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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Descriptive Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Range of WritingBattles of the American

Revolution: SaratogaTG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44





W 60



Foundations of Matter TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise

X 60

Carbon Chemistry


X 60



TG p. 5 - Chapters 1,2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44

Forensics: Chemistry and Crime TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading U 50Campus Attack

Sabotage!TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for Good Discussion

V 60

Interactions of Living ThingsTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

W 60


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion

X 60

Foundations of MatterTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Carbon ChemistryTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapters 1,2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44

Forensics: Chemistry and CrimeTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

U 50



V 60

Interactions of Living ThingsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

W 60



X 60

Foundations of Matter TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Carbon ChemistryTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60


TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44


U 50

Interactions of Living ThingsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

W 60

Foundations of Matter TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Carbon ChemistryTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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The New Colossus TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading N-Y


TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44


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N-YTG p. 2 - Assign RolesThe New Colossus











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50UTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading


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TG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: DescriptionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Descriptions

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: DescriptionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Descriptions

U 50


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use context clues (descriptions) to determine word meaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use context clues (direct definitions) to determine word meaningsTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use context clues (direct definitions) to determine word meanings

W 60


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions and Examples) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Examples, Descriptions) to Determine Word Meanings

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Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions and Examples) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions and Synonyms) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 7 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions, Definitions, and Examples) to Determine Word Meanings

X 60


TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: SuffixesTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Suffixes

W 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek Roots)TG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek Roots)

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Verbal IronyTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Verbal Irony

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: MoodTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Mood

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: MoodTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Mood

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Interactions of Living Things TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Derivations

W 60


TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Open Compound WordsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Multiple-Meaning Words

X 60

Carbon Chemistry

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word MapsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Pedestal Word Charts

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60XTG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: MoodTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Mood



Spell correctly.


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Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast Information T 44

Math in a Democracy

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Build BackgroundTG p. 4 - Chapters 1-2: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Ask Questions

U 50

The Tools of Scientists

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What tools are used for measuring in science?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What tools do scientists use to observe and identify objects?TG p. 7 -

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India and China TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete the KWHL Chart W 60

Geography of South America TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content Background X 60

Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What materials combine to form rocks, and how are rocks changed from one type to another?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How are igneous rocks for me

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Technology and the Civil War

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy:

T 44

Math in a Democracy

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapters 1-2: Model Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-5: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Information

U 50


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Str

V 60

India and China TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Information

W 60

Geography of South America

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Information

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Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension

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Craft and Structure


Runt Takes the CakeMurder Island

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Runt Takes the Cake"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PortmanteauTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Murder Island"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Portmanteau

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The Red-Headed League: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Short Story and the Script N-Y


Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Graphs

T 44

Math in a DemocracyTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Sidebars

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TablesTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 8 - Cha

V 60

India and ChinaTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Time Line

W 60

Geography of South AmericaTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Maps

X 60

Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TableTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Charts

X 60



Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast Information T 44






60XTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book


Runt Takes the CakeMurder Island TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Runt Takes the Cake" X 60



60XTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Predictions



XTG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Runt Takes the Cake"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Murder Island"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Murder Island"


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Math in a Democracy

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Build BackgroundTG p. 4 - Chapters 1-2: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Ask Questions

U 50


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What tools are used for measuring in science?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What tools do scientists use to observe and identify objects?TG p. 7 -

V 60

India and China TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete the KWHL Chart W 60Geography of South America TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content Background X 60

Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What materials combine to form rocks, and how are rocks changed from one type to another?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How are igneous rocks formed

X 60



T 44

Math in a Democracy

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapters 1-2: Model Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-5: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Information

U 50


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Str

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India and China

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize InformationTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Information

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Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Summarize InformationTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension

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TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make InferencesTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Inferences

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Craft and Structure

The Tools of ScientistsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Maps V 60

India and China

TG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word Meaning

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word Meaning

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Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions and Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Classify WordsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discus

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TG pp. 3-4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance/Use Fix-Up Strategies: Rereading and RephrasingTG p. 8

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Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance and Use Fix-Up StrategiesTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Re

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Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Graphs

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Math in a DemocracyTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Sidebars

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TablesTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Diagrams

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India and ChinaTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Time Line

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Geography of South AmericaTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Maps

X 60

Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TableTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Charts

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make Connections

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Math in a DemocracyTG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: Research Information/Compare and Contrast U 50

India and China

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make Connections

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Geography of South America TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Draw Conclusions X 60









TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Runt Takes the Cake" X 60

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Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

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Math in a DemocracyTG p. 4 - Chapters 1-2: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Set a Purpose for Reading

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The Tools of ScientistsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapter

V 60

India and China

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

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Geography of South AmericaTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

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Minerals and RocksTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Read the Chapters

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Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly. India and China


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Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

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Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons. Technology and the Civil War


T 44

Establish and maintain a formal style. India and ChinaTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

W 60

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented. Math in a Democracy

TG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Summary U 50


Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

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Math in a DemocracyTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Summary U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Table: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Table: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Table: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading

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India and ChinaTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 12 - Writ

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Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Biography: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapters 3

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Table: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Table: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Table: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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India and China TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response W 60Geography of South America TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60

Minerals and RocksTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Table: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Table: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Table: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Biography: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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The Tools of ScientistsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Table: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Table: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

V 60


Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Biography: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Minerals and Rocks


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TG p. 2 - Additional Related ResourcesMath in a Democracy


50UCompare and contrast one author’s presentation of events with that of another (e.g., a memoir written by and a biography on the same person).



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Minerals and RocksTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and Revise X 60


Minerals and Rocks


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TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery X 60

Production and Distribution of WritingTechnology and the Civil War TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44



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India and China TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response W 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: HyperboleTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Hyperbole

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Runt Takes the CakeMurder Island TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery X 60

Geography of South America TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60

Minerals and Rocks


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V 60

India and China TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response W 60Runt Takes the Cake

Murder Island TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery X 60


Minerals and Rocks


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The Tools of ScientistsTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Table: Publish and Share V 60


Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Access Science and Content-Literacy Skills: Write a Biography: Publish and Share

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V 60


Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Biography: Introduce and PlanTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Biography: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Biography: Create Final Draft and

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Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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Range of WritingTechnology and the Civil War TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44



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India and China TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response W 60Runt Takes the Cake

Murder Island TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery X 60

XTG p. 10 - Write a MysteryRunt Takes the Cake

Murder Island

60XTG p. 10 - Write a MysteryRunt Takes the CakeMurder Island

60

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60XTG p. 10 - Write a MysteryRunt Takes the CakeMurder Island


60





XTG p. 10 - Write a MysteryRunt Takes the Cake

Murder Island



XTG p. 10 - Write a Mystery







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Technology and the Civil War TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44Math in a Democracy TG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: Discuss the Reading U 50

The Tools of ScientistsTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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India and China TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading W 60Runt Takes the Cake

Murder IslandTG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion X 60

Geography of South America TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60

Minerals and RocksTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44

Math in a DemocracyTG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Discuss the Reading

U 50

The Tools of ScientistsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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India and ChinaTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

W 60



X 60

Geography of South AmericaTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60

Minerals and RocksTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Technology and the Civil WarTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44

Math in a Democracy TG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Discuss the Reading U 50

The Tools of ScientistsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

India and ChinaTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

W 60

Geography of South AmericaTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60

Minerals and RocksTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Math in a Democracy TG p. 9 - Chapters 4-5: Discuss the Reading U 50

India and ChinaTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading W 60

Geography of South AmericaTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60

Math in a Democracy TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Discuss the Reading U 50




Math in a Democracy TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Discuss the Reading U 50

Geography of South America TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60


The Red-Headed League: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading N-Y

Technology and the Civil War TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44Math in a Democracy TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Discuss the Reading U 50





Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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N-YTG p. 2 - Assign RolesThe Red-Headed League: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery










Demonstrate command of the conventions of

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Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions and Examples) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions an

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structures to Determine Word Meaning: Base Words and SuffixesTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structures to Determine Word Meaning: Base Words and Suffixes

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: PrefixesTG pp. 6-7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek Roots), Acronyms

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TG p. 10 - Write a Mystery X 60

Minerals and Rocks


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Minerals and Rocks


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Math in a Democracy

TG p. 6 - Chapters 1-2: Identify Synonyms, Antonyms, HomonymsTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-5: Identify Synonyms, Antonyms, Homonyms

U 50




India and China

TG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word Meaning

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TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word Meaning

X 60

Minerals and Rocks

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions and Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Classify WordsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discus

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Spell correctly.












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READING: LITERATURENOTE: Many Small-Group Titles

Can Be Used for Literature Purposes


Energy Resources

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do people choose among and use energy resources?TG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the advantages and disadvantages of energy from fossil fuels? What are the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy?TG p. 7 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the advantages and disadvantages of renewable resources?

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Land Biomes

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How does climate influence the development ofbiomes?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the characteristics of each land biome?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How can people preserve biomes for the future?

W 60

Government Systems

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is the role of government?TG p. 6 - Chapters 2&3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is a democracy?TG p. 8 - Chapters 4&5: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is a dictatorship?

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Citizenship in Ancient Times

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the concept of citizenship originate in the city states of ancient Greece?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the concept of citizenship develop in the early history of Rome?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the Roman concept of citizenship change during the empire?

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Animals of the Sea

TG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Focus on Comprehension: Begin the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 5 - Chapters 3&4: Focus on Comprehension: Continue the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 6 - Chapters 5&6: Focus on Comprehension: Complete the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Identify Main Ideas and Supporting Details

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Trackers of Dynamic Earth

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Analyze CharacterTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Analyze CharacterTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Character

U 50

Craft and Structure


Ra Creates the WorldIsis and Osiris

The Death and Rebirth of Osiris

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Ra Creates the World"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive LanguageTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Isis and Osiris"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive LanguageTG p. 7 - Day 4: Before Reading: Introduce "The Death and Rebirth of Osiris"TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive Language

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Hercules: In the 21st Century TG p. 2 - Introduce the "Fractured" Classic and the Script N-Z


Animals of the Sea

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 5 - Chapters 3&4: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: IllustrationsTG p. 6 - Chapters 5&6: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: Bulleted Lists

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Trackers of Dynamic EarthTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Captions

U 50

Energy Resources

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TablesTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Pie ChartTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables and Pie Charts

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Land Biomes

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: ClimographTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TablesTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables

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Government Systems

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 6 - Chapters 2&3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time Lines

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time LinesTG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time Lines

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TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Day 5: Before Reading: Summarize and Make Connections Across Texts

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TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Ra Creates the World"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Isis and Osiris"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Read "The Death and Rebirth of Osiris"TG p. 9 - Day 5: Reread "The Death and Rebirth of Osiris"

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Energy Resources

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do people choose among and use energy resources?TG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the advantages and disadvantages of energy from fossil fuels? What are the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy?TG p. 7 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the advantages and disadvantages of renewable resources?

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Land Biomes

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How does climate influence the development ofbiomes?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the characteristics of each land biome?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How can people preserve biomes for the future?

W 60

Government Systems

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is the role of government?TG p. 6 - Chapters 2&3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is a democracy?TG p. 8 - Chapters 4&5: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is a dictatorship?

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The Death and Rebirth of OsirisTG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Ra Creates the World" W 60Explain how an author develops the point of view of

the narrator or speaker in a text.


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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the concept of citizenship originate in the city states of ancient Greece?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the concept of citizenship develop in the early history of Rome?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the Roman concept of citizenship change during the empire?

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Animals of the Sea

TG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Focus on Comprehension: Begin the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 5 - Chapters 3&4: Focus on Comprehension: Continue the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 6 - Chapters 5&6: Focus on Comprehension: Complete the Graphic Organizer: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting DetailsTG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Identify Main Ideas and Supporting Details

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Animals of the Sea

TG p. 5 - Chapters 3&4: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss Comparing and ContrastingTG p. 6 - Chapters 5&6: Focus on Comprehension: Discuss Comparing and Contrasting

T 44

Trackers of Dynamic EarthTG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast U 50

Energy Resources

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Compare and ContrastTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Compare and ContrastTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Compare and Contrast

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Land Biomes

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Compare and ContrastTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Compare and ContrastTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Compare and Contrast

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Government Systems

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Compare and ContrastTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Compare and ContrastTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Compare and Contrast

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Compare and ContrastTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Compare and Contrast

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Craft and Structure

Trackers of Dynamic Earth TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: EtymologiesTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: Etymologies

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Land Biomes

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Classify WordsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions and Descriptions to Determine Word Meanings

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Energy Resources

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance/VisualizeTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance andVisualize

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Land Biomes

TG pp. 3-4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: VisualizeTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Visualize and Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance andVisualize

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Government Systems

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapters 2&3: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance, VisualizeTG p. 8 - Chapters 4&5: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance, Visualize

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TG pp. 3-4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance, VisualizeTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Determine Text Importance, Visualize

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Animals of the Sea

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 5 - Chapters 3&4: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: IllustrationsTG p. 6 - Chapters 5&6: Focus on Comprehension: Use Graphic Features: Bulleted Lists

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Trackers of Dynamic EarthTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Captions

U 50

Energy Resources

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TablesTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Pie ChartTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables and Pie Charts

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Land Biomes

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: ClimographTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: TablesTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables

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Government Systems

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: MapsTG p. 6 - Chapters 2&3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time Lines

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time LinesTG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Maps and Time Lines

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TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make InferencesTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make InferencesTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make InferencesTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Predictions

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Animals of the Sea TG p. 2 - Related Resources T 44

Trackers of Dynamic Earth TG p. 2 - Additional Related Resources U 50


Animals of the SeaTG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Read the TextTG p. 5 - Chapters 3&4: Read the TextTG p. 6 - Chapters 5&6: Read the Text

T 44

Trackers of Dynamic EarthTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Set a Purpose for Reading

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Energy ResourcesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: Read the ChaptersTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: Read the Chapter

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Land BiomesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapter

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The Death and Rebirth of OsirisTG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Ra Creates the World" W 60Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a

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Government SystemsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG pp. 6-7 - Chapters 2&3: Read the ChaptersTG p. 8 - Chapters 4&5: Read the Chapters

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Citizenship in Ancient TimesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapter

X 60


Energy Resources

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Persuasive Letter: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: DraftTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Create Final draft

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TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Letter to the Editor: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Final Draft

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Energy Resources

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: DraftTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Create Final draft

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TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Final Draft

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Energy Resources


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TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Edit and Revise

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Energy Resources


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Energy Resources


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Animals of the SeaTG p. 8 - Writing Workshop: Mini-Lesson: Writing Focus: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting Details T 44

Trackers of Dynamic Earth

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Write about ItTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Write about ItTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Write about ItTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Character Analysis

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Land Biomes

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Lab Report: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Government Systems

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Speech: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Speech: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Write a Speech: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Write a Speech: Create Final Draft

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Trackers of Dynamic EarthTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Character Analysis U 50

Land Biomes

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Government Systems

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Speech: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Write a Speech: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Write a Speech: Create Final Draft

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Animals of the Sea TG p. 8 - Writing Workshop: Mini-Lesson: Writing Focus: Identifying Main Idea and Supporting Details

T 44


Land Biomes

TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Government SystemsTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Speech: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Write a Speech: Edit and Revise

X 60


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Land Biomes


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Government Systems

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Speech: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Write a Speech: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Write a Speech: Create Final Draft

X 60



Land Biomes


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Government Systems

TG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Write a Speech: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Write a Speech: Create Final Draft

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Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly.







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The Death and Rebirth of OsirisTG p. 10 - Write a Myth W 60













Energy Resources

TG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Create Final draft

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Land Biomes


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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: PersonificationTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Myth

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Government Systems


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TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Final Draft

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Energy Resources


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Land Biomes


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Government Systems


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Energy ResourcesTG p. 9 - Conclusion: Assess Science and Content-Literacy Skills: Write a Persuasive Letter: Publish and Share V 60

Land BiomesTG p. 9 - Conclusion: Assess Science and Content-Literacy Skills: Write a Lab Report: Publish and Share W 60



Government SystemsTG p. 9 - Conclusion and Assessment: Write a Speech: Publish and Share X 60

Citizenship in Ancient TimesTG p. 9 - Conclusion and Assessment: Write a Letter to the Editor: Publish and Share X 60


Energy Resources

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Persuasive Letter: Introduce and PlanTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Create Final draft

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Land Biomes

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Lab Report: Introduce and PlanTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Government Systems

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Speech: Introduce and PlanTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Write a Speech: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Write a Speech: Create Final Draft

X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Letter to the Editor: Introduce and PlanTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Final Draft

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Energy Resources

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Persuasive Letter: Introduce and PlanTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Write a Persuasive Letter: Create Final draft

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Land Biomes

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Lab Report: Introduce and PlanTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Government Systems

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Speech: Introduce and PlanTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Write a Speech: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Write a Speech: Create Final Draft

X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Letter to the Editor: Introduce and PlanTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Letter to the Editor: Final Draft

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WTG p. 10 - Write a MythRa Creates the World

Isis and OsirisThe Death and Rebirth of Osiris

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Energy Resources


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Land Biomes


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Range of Writing



Energy Resources


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Land Biomes


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Government Systems


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Animals of the Sea TG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Respond T 44Trackers of Dynamic Earth TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the Reading U 50

Energy ResourcesTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Land Biomes

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Reflect and Review

W 60

Government SystemsTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Studies Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Citizenship in Ancient TimesTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Studies Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Animals of the Sea TG p. 7 - After Reading: Synthesize and Assess: Respond T 44

Trackers of Dynamic EarthTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Discuss the Reading

U 50

Energy ResourcesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Land BiomesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

W 60



TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Reflect and Review

W 60

Government SystemsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Citizenship in Ancient TimesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Energy ResourcesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Land BiomesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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X 60

Citizenship in Ancient TimesTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

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Hercules: In the 21st Century TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading N-Z





Use intensive pronouns (e.g., myself, ourselves).Ra Creates the World


TG p. 10 - Write a Myth W 60


















Hercules: In the 21st Century



N-ZHercules: In the 21st Century TG p. 2 - Assign Roles

N-ZTG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/ReadingHercules: In the 21st Century

N-ZTG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/ReadingHercules: In the 21st Century

N-ZTG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading

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Spell correctly.Ra Creates the World







Maintain consistency in style and tone.Ra Creates the World



VOCABULARY ACQUISITION AND USE

Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and Adverbs and phrases based on grade 6 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

Animals of the Sea TG p. 5 - Chapters 3&4: Focus on Comprehension: Use Context CluesTG p. 6 - Chapters 5&6: Focus on Comprehension: Use Context Clues

T 44

Energy Resources

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG pp. 7-8 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions and Descriptions) to Determine Word Meanings

V 60

Government Systems

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapters 2&3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 8 - Chapters 4&5: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions and Descriptions) to Determine Word Meanings

X 60


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions and Descriptions) to Determine Word Meanings

X 60

Animals of the Sea TG p. 4 - Chapters 1&2: Focus on Comprehension: Analyze Suffixes T 44

Energy Resources

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek and Latin Roots)TG p. 6 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: PrefixesTG p. 8 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek and Latin Roots)

V 60

Land Biomes TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Suffixes W 60

Government Systems

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Greek and Latin RootsTG p. 7 - Chapters 2&3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Greek and Latin RootsTG p. 9 - Chapters 4&5: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Suffixes (-ism, -ship)

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek and Latin Roots)TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes un-, non-, dis-TG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek and Latin Roots)

X 60





Interpret figures of speech (e.g., personification) in context. Land Biomes

TG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Analogies W 60

Trackers of Dynamic Earth TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: EtymologiesTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: Etymologies

U 50

Land Biomes

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Classify WordsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions and Descriptions to Determine Word Meanings

W 60






60WTG p. 3 Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsLand Biomes


TG p. 10 - Write a MythRa Creates the World


60WTG p. 3 Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsLand Biomes

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Body Systems: Skeletal and Muscular

TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content BackgroundTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask Questions

T 44

Interactions of Matter

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How and why do atoms combine?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What happens during a chemical reaction and how can chemical reactions be described?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the different types of chemical reactions? How is energy related to chemical reactions?

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How does the movement of air cause severe storms?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the causes and characteristics of various severe storms?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How can people remain safe during severe storms?

W 60

Volcanoes:Nature's Awesome Power X 60

Body Systems: Skeletal and Muscular TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Summarize Information T 44


TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections/SummarizeTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and Summarize

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and SummarizeTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and Summarize

W 60

Egypt, Nubia, and Kush TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Summarize Information X 60


The Rumor ReportThe Big Jump

TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Cause and EffectTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Cause and EffectTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Compare and Contrast

V 60

Craft and StructureDetermine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "The Rumor Report"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "The Big Jump"

V 60


The Tell-Tale Heart TG p. 2 - Introduce the Short Story and the Script N-Z+



TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Labeled Diagram

T 44

Working with Electricity and Magnetism

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Illustrations

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Models, Tables, and Graphs

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables

W 60

Egypt, Nubia, and KushTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Primary Source Documents

X 60

Volcanoes:Nature's Awesome Power

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Tables

X 60




TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content BackgroundTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask QuestionsTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Ask Questions

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TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How and why do atoms combine?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What happens during a chemical reaction and how can chemical reactions be described?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the different types of chemical reactions? How is energy related to chemical reactions?

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How does the movement of air cause severe storms?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the causes and characteristics of various severe storms?TG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How can people remain safe during severe storms?

W 60


X 60

Body Systems: Skeletal and Muscular TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Summarize Information T 44


TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections/SummarizeTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and Summarize

V 60






Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal

60VTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "The Rumor Report"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "The Big Jump" V

VTG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "The Rumor Report"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "The Big Jump"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "The Big Jump"




60Explain how an author develops the point of view of the narrator or speaker in a text.

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Severe Weather

TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and SummarizeTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Make Connections and Summarize

W 60

Egypt, Nubia, and Kush TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Summarize Information X 60

Craft and Structure


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsTG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Description to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions, Descriptions to Determine Word Meanings

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions and Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Map

W 60



TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Determine Text Importance

U 50



TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Labeled Diagram

T 44


TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Illustrations

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Models, Tables, and Graphs

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: DiagramsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables

W 60

Egypt, Nubia, and KushTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Primary Source Documents

X 60


TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Tables

X 60


TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 10 - Chapters 3,4: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and Effect

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TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Cause and EffectTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Cause and EffectTG p. 10 - Chapters 3-4: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Cause and Effect

U 50


TG pp. 3-4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Make ConnectionsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Identify Cause and Effect

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Severe Weather

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Make ConnectionsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Identify Cause and EffectTG pp. 7-8 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Identify Cause and Effect

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Egypt, Nubia, and Kush

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and Effect

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TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and EffectTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Identify Cause and Effect

X 60

Working with Electricity and Magnetism TG p. 2 - Additional Related Resources U 50

Volcanoes:Nature's Awesome Power TG p. 2 - Additional Related Resources X 60



TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReading

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TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: Set a Purpose for Reading

U 50

Interactions of MatterTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Read the Chapters

V 60

Severe WeatherTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapter

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X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Set a Purpose for Reading

X 60

WRITINGText Types and Purposes







summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.

50UTG p. 11 - After Reading: synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast and Draw Conclusions



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "The Rumor Report"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "The Big Jump"

V 60Determine an author’s point of view or purpose in a text and explain how it is conveyed in the text.

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




T 44

Establish and maintain a formal style. Interactions of Matter

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Lab Report: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrate

V 60

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented. Interactions of Matter


V 60




T 44


TG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Cause and Effect Paragraph U 50



V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write an Account: Introduce and PlanTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write an Account: DraftTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write an Account: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write an Account: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

W 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Think and Write About ItTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Think and Write About ItTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Think and Write About ItTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Cause-and-Effect Paragraph

X 60

Body Systems: Skeletal and Muscular TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44




TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrate

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write an Account: DraftTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write an Account: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write an Account: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

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Egypt, Nubia, and Kush TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60Volcanoes:

Nature's Awesome PowerTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Cause-and-Effect Paragraph X 60






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Severe Weather


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Severe Weather


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Severe Weather


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Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text







50UTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Cause and Effect Paragraph


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V 60

Severe Weather


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The Rumor ReportThe Big Jump TG p. 10 - Write a Play V 60

Production and Distribution of WritingBody Systems: Skeletal and

Muscular TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44




TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Play V 60


TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrate

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write an Account: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write an Account: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

W 60


TG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Cause-and-Effect Paragraph X 60







V 60

Severe Weather


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Interactions of MatterTG p. 9 - Conclusion: Assess Science and Content-Literacy Skills: Write a Lab Report: Publish and Share V 60

Severe WeatherTG p. 9 - Conclusion: Assess Science and Content-Literacy Skills: Write an Account: Publish and Share W 60

Research to Build and Present KnowledgeThe Rumor Report

The Big Jump TG p. 10 - Write a Play V 60



V 60

Severe Weather


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TG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: research: Become and Expert X 60







V 60

Severe Weather


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V 60

Severe Weather


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Range of WritingBody Systems: Skeletal and

Muscular TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44















60VTG p. 10 - Write a Play


Write routinely over extended time frames (time

60VTG p. 10 - Write a PlayThe Rumor Report

The Big Jump

60VTG p. 10 - Write a PlayThe Rumor ReportThe Big Jump


The Big Jump


The Big Jump


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Interactions of MatterTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and Revise V 60

Severe Weather


W 60





TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Discuss the Reading U 50


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion V 60

Interactions of MatterTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Severe WeatherTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

W 60

Egypt, Nubia, and Kush TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60Volcanoes:

Nature's Awesome PowerTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the Reading X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: Discuss the Reading

U 50



V 60

Interactions of MatterTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Severe WeatherTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

W 60

Egypt, Nubia, and KushTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Discuss the Reading

X 60



T 44


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: Discuss the Reading

U 50

Interactions of MatterTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Severe WeatherTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

W 60


X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Discuss the Reading

X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44




X 60






X 60

Volcanoes:Nature's Awesome Power TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the Reading X 60

Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasBody Systems: Skeletal and

MuscularTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44



Egypt, Nubia, and Kush TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60Include multimedia components (e.g., graphics, images, music, sound) and visual displays in presentations to clarify information.

The Tell-Tale Heart TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading N-Z+





Egypt, Nubia, and Kush TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60

LANGUAGEConventions of Standard EnglishDemonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.Ensure that pronouns are in the proper case (subjective, objective, possessive).


Use intensive pronouns (e.g., myself, ourselves).The Rumor Report








Spell correctly.The Rumor Report









N-Z+TG p. 2 - Assign RolesThe Tell-Tale Heart




for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.


The Big Jump


The Big Jump

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Knowledge of LanguageUse knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.Vary sentence patterns for meaning, reader/listener interest, and style.


Maintain consistency in style and tone.The Rumor Report




TG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct DefinitionsTG p. 10 - Chapters 3,4: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct Definitions

T 44


TG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: DefinitionsTG p. 10 - Chapters 3-4: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Definitions

U 50


TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: DescriptionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Descriptions

X 60


TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct DefinitionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct Definitions

X 60


TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Prefix-It!

V 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes (co-)TG pp. 6-7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes (co-, re-)TG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes co-, re-, endo-, exo-

V 60




TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: IdiomTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: review Writer's Tools: Idiom

V 60


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsTG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Description to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions, Descriptions to Determine Word Meanings

V 60

Severe Weather

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions and Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 7 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Descriptions to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Map

W 60





60VTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsInteractions of Matter



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60VTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Direct Definitions to Determine Word MeaningsInteractions of Matter

VTG p. 10 - Write a PlayThe Rumor Report

The Big Jump

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READING: LITERATURENOTE: Many Small-Group Titles

Can Be Used for Literature Purposes


GoldTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Build Content BackgroundTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete KWHL Chart T 44

Escape to Freedom:The Underground Railroad

TG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Build Content BackgroundTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete KWHL Chart

U 50

Living Things and Their Environments

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How does the environment affect living things?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What paths do food and energy follow in anecosystem?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do ecosystems recycle important chemicals? How do ecosystems change over time?

V 60

Mars and Space Exploration TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content Background X 60

Along the 21st Century Silk Road


X 60



Craft and Structure


Dream Pilot & Erased

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Dream Pilot"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Erased"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word Origins

W 60


Dream Pilot & Erased TG pp. 8-9 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Story Elements

W 60


GoldTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Diagrams

T 44


TG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Primary Source Documents

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: diagrams

V 60

Advances in GeneticsTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Graphs

X 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Graphs

X 60

Along the 21st Century Silk RoadTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Build comprehension: Use Text Features to Locate Information X 60

Dream Pilot & ErasedTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book W 60

Along the 21st Century Silk Road TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book

X 60



GoldTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Build Content BackgroundTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete KWHL Chart T 44


TG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Build Content BackgroundTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Complete KWHL Chart U 50


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How does the environment affect living things?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What paths do food and energy follow in anecosystem?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How do ecosystems recycle important chemicals? How do ecosystems change over time?

V 60

Mars and Space Exploration TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content Background X 60



X 60


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Visualize V 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast Information X 60

Craft and Structure




60




W

TG p. 8 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across TextsAlong the 21st Century Silk Road



60

60WTG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Dream Pilot"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Erased"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Erased"


Dream Pilot & Erased TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Dream Pilot"

X

60XTG p. 8 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across TextsAlong the 21st Century Silk Road


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Gold

TG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: EtymologiesTG p. 10 - Chapter 5: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: Etymologies

T 44


TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word Meaning

U 50


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins

V 60


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "A Highway for the Ages" and "History's Amazing Cloth"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Hunza: The Land That Time Forgot" and "Building a 21st-Century Silk Road"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: reinforce Vocabulary: Word Origins Game Show

X 60



TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Visualize and Use Fix-Up Strategies to Determine Text MeaningTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Visualize and Use Fix-Up Strategies to Determine Text Meaning

V 60



TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and Opinion

X 60


GoldTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Diagrams

T 44


TG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Use Text Features to Locate Information: Primary Source Documents

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: diagrams

V 60

Advances in GeneticsTG p. 2 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Graphs

X 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Graphs

X 60

Along the 21st Century Silk RoadTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Build comprehension: Use Text Features to Locate Information X 60

Gold

TG p. 4 - Chapters 1-2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG pp. 5-6 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Make ConnectionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 5: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw Conclusions

T 44


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Draw Conclusions

V 60


TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Draw ConclusionsTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Draw Conclusions

W 60

Advances in Genetics

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Evaluate Cause-and-Effect Relationships

X 60

Mars and Space Exploration

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw ConclusionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Comprehension Strategy: Draw Conclusions

X 60


Gold

TG p. 4 - Chapters 1-2: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

T 44



U 50


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Read the Chapters

V 60

Advances in GeneticsTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

X 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: During Reading: Set a Purpose for Reading

X 60






WTG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Dream Pilot" Dream Pilot & Erased 60

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TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "A Highway for the Ages" and "History's Amazing Cloth"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Hunza: The Land That Time Forgot" and "Building a 21st-Century Silk Road"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Building a 21st-Century Silk Road"

X 60


GoldTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

T 44



U 50


T 44



U 50


T 44



U 50

Establish and maintain a formal style. GoldTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

T 44


T 44



U 50



T 44



U 50


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: Stop/Think/WriteTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

X 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 12 - Write a Personal ResponseTG p. 12 - Write to a Text PromptTG p. 12 - Write to a Picture Prompt

X 60

Along the 21st Century Silk Road TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text X 60Gold TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44

Escape to Freedom:The Underground Railroad TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response U 50

Advances in Genetics TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60Mars and Space Exploration TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60













Along the 21st Century Silk Road TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text X 60



TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Press Release: Introduce and PlanTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Press Release: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Press Release: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Press Release: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

V 60

Dream Pilot & Erased TG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story W 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Press Release: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Press Release: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Press Release: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

V 60




V 60















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V 60




V 60


Production and Distribution of WritingGold TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44



TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Press Release: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Press Release: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

V 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Strong LeadTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story

W 60



TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Strong LeadTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: review Writer's Tools: Strong LeadTG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text

X 60

Gold TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44Escape to Freedom:

The Underground Railroad TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response U 50



V 60

Dream Pilot & Erased TG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story W 60Advances in Genetics TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60

Mars and Space Exploration TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60Along the 21st Century Silk Road TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text X 60


TG p. 9 - Conclusion: Assess Science and Content-Literacy Skills: Write a Press Release: Publish and Share V 60

Dream Pilot & Erased TG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story W 60Along the 21st Century Silk Road TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text X 60




V 60






V 60








V 60



Range of WritingGold TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response T 44



TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Press Release: Edit and Revise V 60





Gold TG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

U 50


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Dream Pilot & Erased TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and Review W 60

TG p. 2 - Assign RolesAbraham Lincoln's: The Gettysburg Address













WTG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction StoryDream Pilot & Erased

Q-Z

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Advances in Genetics TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60

Along the 21st Century Silk RoadTG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion X 60

GoldTG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

U 50


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60



W 60

Advances in GeneticsTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Reflect and Review

X 60

GoldTG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

T 44



U 50


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

V 60

Advances in GeneticsTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

X 60

GoldTG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

U 50

Advances in GeneticsTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60

Mars and Space ExplorationTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60

GoldTG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44



U 50



Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasGold TG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading U 50




Abraham Lincoln's: The Gettysburg Address

TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading Q-Z

Gold TG p. 5 - Chapters 1-2: After Reading: Discuss the Reading T 44Escape to Freedom:

The Underground RailroadTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading U 50



LANGUAGEConventions of Standard English

Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.






Along the 21st Century Silk Road TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text X 60Dream Pilot & Erased TG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story W 60









Spell correctly.




Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing

Recognize variations from standard English in their own and others' writing and speaking, and identify and use strategies to improve expression in conventional language




needed.

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VOCABULARY ACQUISITION AND USE

Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and Adverbs and phrases based on grade 6 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions and Examples) to Determine Word MeaningsTG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Examples and Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Examples and Descriptions) to Determine Word Meanings

V 60


TG p. 8 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meanings: DescriptionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meanings: Descriptions

X 60


TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meanings: Direct DefinitionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meanings: Direct Definitions

X 60



TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meanings: Direct DefinitionsTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meanings: Direct Definitions

X 60






Gold

TG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: EtymologiesTG p. 10 - Chapter 5: After Reading: Use Knowledge of Word Structures: Etymologies

T 44


TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word MeaningTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Use Antonyms to Determine Word Meaning

U 50


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word OriginsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins

V 60


TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: reinforce Vocabulary: Word Origins Game Show

X 60










60VTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins


60



VTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins


60VTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins


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Inquiry and Investigation

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the goals and methods of science?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is the scientific method?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What skills are important to the scientific process? How does science help people make decisions about the world?

X 60



TG pp. 3-4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Summarize and SynthesizeTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Summarize and Synthesize, Ask QuestionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Summarize and Synthesize, Ask Questions

X 60

Craft and Structure

Sara Emma Edmonds, Union Spy & Clara Barton, Battlefield

Nurse

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Sara Emma Edmonds, Union Spy"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Clara Barton, Battlefield Nurse"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Choose the Correct Word

T 44

Dino-Pals Are Dino-MiteEarth is All the Home We Have

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Dino-Pals Are Dino-Mite"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeteronymsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Earth is All the Home We Have"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeteronymsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Brainstorm

U 50

Abimanyu & MulanTG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Abimanyu"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Mulan" V 60

Atlantis & El Dorado

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Atlantis: Land of Sunken Dreams"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "El Dorado: The City of Gold"

W 60

Varuna Takes a Job with the Census & An Attack on the

Starship Mayflower in the Year 2467

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Varuna Takes a Job with the Census "TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeterographsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "An Attack on the Starship Mayflower in the Year 2467 "TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeterographsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Brainstorm Heterographs

W 60


Nurse

TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Story Elements T 44

Atlantis & El DoradoTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Text Structure and Organization W 60


Nurse


T 44



U 50

Abimanyu & Mulan


V 60



W 60



TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Author's Purpose

W 60



TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables and Charts

X 60

Isaac Newton and His Laws of Motion

TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Table

X 60


Nurse

TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book T 44


TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book U 50

Abimanyu & MulanTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book V 60

Atlantis & El DoradoTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book W 60




W 60

Range of Reading and Level of Text ComplexitySara Emma Edmonds, Union

Spy & Clara Barton, Battlefield Nurse

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Sara Emma Edmonds, Union Spy"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Clara Barton, Battlefield Nurse"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Clara Barton, Battlefield Nurse"

T 44


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Dino-Pals Are Dino-Mite"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Earth is All the Home We Have"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Earth is All the Home We Have"

U 50

Abimanyu & MulanTG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Abimanyu"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Mulan"TG p. 7 - Day 3: Reread "Mulan"

V 60

Atlantis & El DoradoTG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Atlantis: Land of Sunken Dreams"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "El Dorado: The City of Gold"TG p. 7 - Day 3: Reread "El Dorado: The City of Gold"

W 60



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Varuna Takes a Job with the Census "TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "An Attack on the Starship Mayflower in the Year 2467"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Reread "An Attack on the Starship Mayflower in the Year 2467"

W 60




TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What are the goals and methods of science?TG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What is the scientific method?TG p. 7 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: What skills are important to the scientific process? How does science help people make decisions about the world?

X 60






The War of the Worlds TG p. 2 - Introduce the "Fractured" Classic and the Script P-Z+




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TG pp. 3-4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Summarize and SynthesizeTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Summarize and Synthesize, Ask QuestionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Summarize and Synthesize, Ask Questions

X 60

Craft and Structure



Nurse

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Sara Emma Edmonds, Union Spy"TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Clara Barton, Battlefield Nurse"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Choose the Correct Word

T 44


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Evaluate Author's PurposeTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Evaluate Author's PurposeTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Evaluate Author's Purpose

X 60


TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Comprehension Strategy: Evaluate Author’s Purpose and Point of ViewTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Comprehension Strategy: Evaluate Author’s Purpose and Point of ViewTG p. 10 - Chapters 3,4: Comprehension Strategy: Evaluate Author’s Purpose and Point of View

X 60



TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Tables and Charts

X 60


TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Introduce the BookTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Table

X 60


TG pp. 7-8- Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Inferences U 50



TG pp. 3-4- Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make InferencesTG pp. 5-6- Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Inferences

W 60


Inquiry and InvestigationTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Read the Chapters

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: During Reading: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RetellTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: During Reading: Set a Purpose forReading

X 60


Establish and maintain a formal style. Inquiry and InvestigationTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create a Final Draft and Illustrations X 60

Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented. Inquiry and Investigation

TG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create a Final Draft and Illustrations X 60



TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Lab Report: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

X 60



X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

X 60

Isaac Newton and His Laws of Motion TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response X 60



X 60




X 60




X 60




X 60


Isaac Newton and His Laws of Motion 60X

TG p. 11 - Synthesize Information: Research and Draw Conclusions

The War of the Worlds

60XTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Draft Inquiry and Investigation

60

60X



60

P-Z+TG p. 2 - Preview the Script

TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the Book X

XTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Draft

TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Draft


Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text















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NurseTG p. 10 - Write a Play T 44

Dino-Pals Are Dino-MiteEarth is All the Home We Have TG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story U 50

Abimanyu & Mulan TG p. 10 - Write a Legend V 60Atlantis & El Dorado TG p. 10 - Write a Legend W 60



TG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story W 60





























Production and Distribution of WritingSara Emma Edmonds, Union


TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Play T 44


TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story U 50

Abimanyu & Mulan

TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Word ChoiceTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Word ChoiceTG p. 10 - Write a Legend

V 60

Atlantis & El DoradoTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Legend W 60



TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Science Fiction Story

W 60


TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Edit and ReviseTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Write a Lab Report: Create Final Draft and Illustrations

X 60











X 60









Inquiry and InvestigationTG p. 9 - Conclusion: Assess Science and Content-Literacy Skills: Write a Lab Report: Publish and Share X 60

Research to Build and Present KnowledgeSara Emma Edmonds, Union


TG p. 10 - Write a Play T 44








X 60












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X 60












X 60


Range of WritingSara Emma Edmonds, Union


TG p. 10 - Write a Play T 44





X 60




Nurse

TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion T 44


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion U 50

Abimanyu & Mulan TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and Review V 60

Atlantis & El DoradoTG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion W 60



TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion

W 60

Inquiry and InvestigationTG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Isaac Newton and His Laws of Motion TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading X 60


Nurse


T 44



U 50

Abimanyu & Mulan


V 60



W 60




W 60

Inquiry and InvestigationTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60



X 60

Inquiry and InvestigationTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60



X 60




X 60



The War of the Worlds TG p. 2 - Small-Group Rehearsal/Reading P-Z+

LANGUAGEConventions of Standard English

60X

60


60XTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 3,4: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

P-Z+TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading

X







The War of the Worlds










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Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.










































































TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Examples) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 5 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word Meanings

X 60


TG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct DefinitionsTG p. 10 - Chapters 3,4: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct Definitions

X 60










Spell correctly.


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Abimanyu & MulanTG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: SuffixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: SuffixesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Suffix Switch

V 60

Inquiry and InvestigationTG p. 8 - Chapters 3-4: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Word Origins (Greek Roots) X 60

















Nurse

TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Alliteration TG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Alliteration

T 44


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: PersonificationTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Personification

U 50

Abimanyu & MulanTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Interpret Figurative Language V 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Alliteration TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Emotion WordsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Emotion WordsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Which Emotion Is It?TG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Alliteration

W 60



TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: OnomatopoeiaTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Onomatopoeia

W 60


Nurse

TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused WordsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Choose the Correct Word

T 44


TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeteronymsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeteronymsTG p 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Brainstorm

U 50



TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeterographsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: HeterographsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Brainstorm Heterographs

W 60

44TTG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused Words


Nurse


44TTG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Easily Confused Words


Nurse









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Should School Be Year Round?


U 50

The Brain


V 60

The 1960s: Times of Change


X 60

Mahatma Gandhi &Nelson Mandela


X 60

Should School Be Year Round?TG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts U 50

The Brain

TG p. 8 - Day 5: Before Reading: Summarize & Make Connections Across TextsTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

V 60

The 1960s: Times of ChangeTG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts X 60


TG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts X 60

Impressionists: Monet, Degas, Cassatt & Van Gogh

TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Cause and Effect V 60


TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Character X 60

Craft and Structure

Two by E.B. White: Charlotte's Web & Stuart Little

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "A Two-Inch Hero" and "A Cat-and-Mouse Tale"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Caught Up In A Web" and "A Well-Spun Yarn"

T 44


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Claude Monet" and "Edgar Degas"TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: AdjectivesTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Mary Cassatt" and "Vincent Van Gogh"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: AdjectivesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: reinforce Vocabulary: Show Me

V 60

Dutch Masters: Hals, Vermeer & Rembrandt

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Frans Hals"TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: SuperlativesTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Johannes Vermeer"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: SuperlativesTG p. 7 - Day 4: Before Reading: Introduce "Rembrandt van Rijn"TG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Superlatives

W 60


A Christmas Carol TG p. 2 - Introduce the "Fractured" Classic and the Script R-Y


The BrainTG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Graphic and Text Features V 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Graphic and Text FeaturesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Graphic and Text Features

X 60



T 44

Should School Be Year Round?TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book U 50

The BrainTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book V 60


TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book V 60


TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book W 60

The 1960s: Times of ChangeTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book X 60





TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read the Stuart Little ReviewsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Read the Charlotte's Web ReviewsTG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Caught Up In A Web" and "A Well-Spun Yarn"

T 44


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Claude Monet" and "Edgar Degas"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Mary Cassatt" and "Vincent Van Gogh"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Vincent Van Gogh"

V 60


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Frans Hals"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Johannes Vermeer"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Read "Rembrandt van Rijn"TG p. 9 - Day 5: Reread "Rembrandt van Rijn"

W 60









60W


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Frans Hals" Dutch Masters: Hals, Vermeer & Rembrandt


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U 50

The Brain


V 60



X 60



X 60

Should School Be Year Round?TG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts U 50

The Brain

TG p. 8 - Day 5: Before Reading: Summarize & Make Connections Across TextsTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Identify Main Idea and Supporting Details

V 60

The 1960s: Times of ChangeTG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts X 60


TG pp. 8-9 - Day 5: Analyze & Synthesize: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts X 60

Craft and Structure


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Lengthen the School Year Before It's Too Late!"TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Summer Vacation Is a Learning Experience, Too!"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Build Words from Roots

U 50

The Brain

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "The Amazing Human Brain"TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive LanguageTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Right Brain, Left Brain"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive LanguageTG p. 7 - Day 4: Before Reading: Introduce "Keeping Your Brain Healthy and Strong"

V 60


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "We Shall Not Be Moved"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "What Comes Before Wings"

X 60


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Mahatma Gandhi: A Nonviolent Life"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Nelson Mandela: A Man Who Fought for His Country"

X 60


The BrainTG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Graphic and Text Features V 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Graphic and Text FeaturesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Graphic and Text Features

X 60


TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Judgments

U 50

The Brain

TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and Opinion

V 60


TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Compare and Contrast

X 60


TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and Opinion

X 60




A Christmas Carol







The Brain


R-YTG p. 2 - Introduce the "Fractured" Classic and the Script

60VTG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "The Amazing Human Brain"

R-YTG p. 2 - Preview the ScriptA Christmas Carol

60XTG pp. 7-8 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Compare and Contrast


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TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Lengthen the School Year Before It's Too Late!"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Summer Vacation Is a Learning Experience, Too!"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "Summer Vacation Is a Learning Experience, Too!"

U 50

The Brain

TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "The Amazing Human Brain"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Right Brain, Left Brain"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Read "Keeping Your Brain Healthy and Strong"TG p. 9 - Day 5: Reread "Keeping Your Brain Healthy and Strong"

V 60

The 1960s: Times of ChangeTG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "We Shall Not Be Moved"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "What Comes Before Wings"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Reread "What Comes Before Wings"

X 60


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Mahatma Gandhi: A Nonviolent Life"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read: "Nelson Mandela: A Man Who Fought for His Country"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Reread: "Nelson Mandela"

X 60


Two by E.B. White: Charlotte's Web & Stuart Little TG p. 10 - Write a Review T 44

Should School Be Year Round? TG p. 10 - Write a Persuasive Essay U 50Impressionists: Monet, Degas,

Cassatt & Van Gogh TG p. 10 - Write an Art Review V 60

Dutch Masters: Hals, Vermeer & Rembrandt TG p. 10 - Write an Art Review W 60


















The Brain TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text V 60

The 1960s: Times of Change TG p. 10 - Write a Memoir X 60



The Brain TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text V 60The 1960s: Times of Change TG p. 10 - Write a Memoir X 60







Mahatma Gandhi &Nelson Mandela TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60



TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Word ChoiceTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Word ChoiceTG p. 10 - Write a Review

T 44


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Strong EndingTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Strong EndingTG p. 10 - Write a Persuasive Essay

U 50

The BrainTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text V 60









Produce clear and coherent writing in which the









60X


60Mahatma Gandhi &

Nelson Mandela

TG p. 10 - Write a BiographyMahatma Gandhi &Nelson Mandela

60

60XTG p. 10 - Write a BiographyMahatma Gandhi &

Nelson Mandela

XTG p. 10 - Write a Biography

XTG p. 10 - Write a Biography

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Strong EndingTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Strong EndingTG p. 10 - Write an Art Review

V 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Writer's VoiceTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write an Art Review

W 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Direct QuotesTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Review Writer's Tools: Direct QuotesTG p. 10 - Write a Memoir

X 60


TG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60


Should School Be Year Round? TG p. 10 - Write a Persuasive Essay U 50The Brain TG p. 10 - Write an Informational Text V 60

Impressionists: Monet, Degas, Cassatt & Van Gogh TG p. 10 - Write an Art Review V 60


The 1960s: Times of Change TG p. 10 - Write a Memoir X 60Mahatma Gandhi &

Nelson Mandela TG p. 10 - Write a Biography X 60







Research to Build and Present KnowledgeTwo by E.B. White: Charlotte's

Web & Stuart Little TG p. 10 - Write a Review T 44



















Range of WritingTwo by E.B. White: Charlotte's









TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion T 44

Should School Be Year Round?TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion U 50

The Brain TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and Review V 60Impressionists: Monet, Degas,

Cassatt & Van GoghTG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion V 60

Dutch Masters: Hals, Vermeer & Rembrandt TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and Review W 60

The 1960s: Times of ChangeTG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion X 60


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 9 - Rules for a Good Discussion X 60



T 44



U 50

R-YTG p. 2 - Assign RolesA Christmas Carol











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The Brain


V 60



V 60



W 60



X 60



X 60




X 60




X 60

Presentation of Knowledge and IdeasPresent claims and findings, sequencing ideas logically and using pertinent descriptions, facts, and details to accentuate main ideas or themes; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear pronunciation.

A Christmas Carol TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading R-Y


A Christmas Carol TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading R-Y






The 1960s: Times of Change TG p. 10 - Write a Memoir X 60Two by E.B. White: Charlotte's
















Web & Stuart LittleTG p. 10 - Write a Review T 44




















Spell correctly.









50UTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewShould School Be Year Round?

UTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Reflect and ReviewShould School Be Year Round? 50

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TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Team Word-Building

T 44


TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Prefix It!

X 60


TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Team Word-Building

T 44


TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Prefix It!

X 60


TG p. 10 - Write a Review T 44






TG p. 10 - Write a Review T 44




The 1960s: Times of Change TG p. 10 - Write a Memoir X 60Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.



TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Emotion WordsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Emotion WordsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: 1960s Emotions

X 60




X 60




X 60


TTG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 9 - Reinforce Skills: Reinforce Vocabulary: Build Words from Roots

U 50

The Brain

TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive LanguageTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Descriptive Language

V 60








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Key Ideas and DetailsDeforestation and

Desertification TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content Background V 60

Energy Sources for the 21st Century

TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA Assessment

X 60

Reconstruction after theCivil War

TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did America begin to rebuild the South under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson?TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Ask QuestionsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the Radical Republicans in Congress work to create change during Reconstruction?TG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did Reconstruction end, and what followed?

X 60

Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: SynthesizeTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: SynthesizeTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-6: Guide Metacognitive Strategy: Synthesize

T 44


TG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts X 60

Three Twentieth Century Dictators

TG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast X 60

Robin Hood Shoots for the Queen & The Story of William

Tell & The Sword and the Stone

TG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Analyze Character U 50

Cocijo's Gift to the People, Manco Capac and the Golden

Rod & Quetzalcoatl Creates People

TG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: build Comprehension: Identify Sequence of Events

W 60

Craft and Structure



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Robin Hood Shoots for the Queen"TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "The Story of William Tell"TG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word OriginsTG p. 7 - Day 4: Before Reading: Introduce "The Sword and the Stone"TG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Word Origins

U 50



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Cocijo's Gift to the People: A Zapotec Myth"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Capac and the Golden Rod: An Inca Myth"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Before Reading: Introduce "Quetzalcoatl Creates People: An Aztec Myth"

W 60


Ain't I A Woman TG p. 2 - Introduce the Oratory and the Script P-Z


Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-6: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Primary Source Documents - Diary Entries

T 44

Deforestation and Desertification

TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapters 4,5: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Photographs

V 60


TG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information X 60


TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Primary Source Documents

X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary SourcesTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary SourcesTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary Sources

X 60



TG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Build Genre BackgroundTG p. 2 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Book U 50




W 60






TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Robin Hood Shoots for the Queen"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "The Story of William Tell"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Read "The Sword and the Stone"TG p. 9 - Day 5: Reread "The Sword and the Stone"

U 50



TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Cocijo's Gift to the People: A Zapotec Myth"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Capac and the Golden Rod: An Inca Myth"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Read "Quetzalcoatl Creates People: An Aztec Myth"TG p. 9 - Day 5: Reread "Quetzalcoatl Creates People: An Aztec Myth"

W 60


Deforestation and Desertification TG p. 3 - Prepare to Read: Build Content Background V 60


TG p. 4 - Day 2: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA AssessmentTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Practice Text Comprehension Strategies for ELA Assessment

X 60


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did America begin to rebuild the South under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson?TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Ask QuestionsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did the Radical Republicans in Congress work to create change during Reconstruction?TG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Question: How did Reconstruction end, and what followed?

X 60

P-ZTG p. 2 - Introduce the Oratory and the ScriptAin't I A Woman











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Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: SynthesizeTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: SynthesizeTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-6: Guide Metacognitive Strategy: Synthesize

T 44


TG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Summarize & Make Connections Across Texts X 60


TG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize Information: Compare and Contrast X 60



TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Analyze CharacterTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Analyze CharacterTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: Guide Comprehension Strategy: Analyze Character

X 60

Craft and Structure


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Before Reading: Introduce "Fossil Fuels: America's Preferred Power"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Before Reading: Introduce "Nuclear Energy: The Future Is Now"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Before Reading: Introduce "Renewable Energy: Endless Power"

X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Closed and Open Compound WordsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes, Closed and Open Compound WordsTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes, Closed and Open Compound Words

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Model Metacognitive Strategy: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Apply Metacognitive Strategy: Determine Text Importance

X 60


TG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Activate Metacognitive Strategies: Ask Questions, Determine Text ImportanceTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Review and Discuss Metacognitive Strategies: Ask Questions, Determine Text Importance

X 60



TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and OpinionTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Evaluate Fact and Opinion

X 60


Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-6: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Primary Source Documents - Diary Entries

T 44


TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 10 - Chapters 4,5: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Photographs

V 60


TG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information X 60


TG p. 3 - Before Reading: Introduce the BookTG p. 8 - Chapter 2: Use Graphic Features to Interpret Information: Primary Source Documents

X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Preview the BookTG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary SourcesTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary SourcesTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Before Reading: Preview Text and Graphic Features: Primary Sources

X 60

Voices from the Civil War

TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Model Comprehension Strategy: Make JudgmentsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Make JudgmentsTG p. 10 - Chapters 4-6: Apply Comprehension Strategy: Make Judgments

T 44



TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make JudgmentsTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make JudgmentsTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Judgments

U 50


TG pp. 5-6 - Chapter 1: Comprehension Strategy: MakeJudgmentsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Comprehension Strategy: MakeJudgmentsTG p. 10 - Chapters 4,5: Comprehension Strategy: MakeJudgments

V 60



TG pp. 3-4 - Day 2: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make JudgmentsTG pp. 5-6 - Day 3: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make JudgmentsTG p. 7 - Day 4: After Reading: Build Comprehension: Make Judgments

W 60

Three Twentieth Century Dictators TG p. 16 - Skills Bank: Build Comprehension: Make Judgments X 60


TG pp. 4-5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Model Comprehension Strategies: Make JudgmentsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Practice Comprehension Strategies: Make JudgmentsTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Review and Discuss Comprehension Strategies: Make Judgments

X 60

Voices from the Civil War TG p. 2 - Additional Related Resources T 44Three Twentieth Century

Dictators TG p. 2 - Additional Related Resources X 60


Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-6: Set a Purpose for Reading

T 44


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RereadTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RereadTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: Before Reading: Monitor-Reading Strategy: RereadTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: Set a Purpose for Reading

V 60


TG p. 3 - Day 2: Read "Fossil Fuels: America's Preferred Power"TG p. 5 - Day 3: Read "Nuclear Energy: The Future Is Now"TG p. 7 - Day 4: Read "Renewable Energy: Endless Power"TG p. 9 - Day 5: Reread "Renewable Energy: Endless Power"

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Set a Purpose for ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Set a Purpose for Reading

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Read the ChapterTG pp. 6-7 - Chapter 2: Read the ChapterTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: Read the Chapter

X 60


Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 11 - After Reading: Synthesize: Reflect Through WritingTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Paragraph That Contains a Judgment

T 44




Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly





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Energy Sources for the 21st Century TG p. 10 - Write a Persuasive Essay X 60


T 44



T 44



T 44



T 44





V 60


TG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Paragraph Analyzing Character X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Write a Diary Entry: Introduce and PlanTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Diary Entry: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Diary Entry: Create Final Draft

X 60

Deforestation and Desertification TG p. 12 - Write a Personal Response V 60




TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Write a Biography: DraftTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Diary Entry: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Diary Entry: Create Final Draft

X 60






X 60






X 60






X 60






X 60



Tell & The Sword and the StoneTG p. 10 - Write a Legend U 50


























T 44



TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: Word ChoiceTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Legend

U 50
















evidence clearly.

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TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: MetaphorTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Myth

W 60


TG pp. 2-3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Introduce the Tools for Readers and Writers: State and Defend Your PositionTG p. 9 - Day 5: After Reading: Analyze the Writer's CraftTG p. 10 - Write a Persuasive Essay

X 60




TG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Write a Diary Entry: Edit and ReviseTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Write a Diary Entry: Create Final Draft

X 60


T 44












X 60







Reconstruction after theCivil War TG p. 9 - Conclusion: Write a Diary Entry: Publish and Share X 60

Research to Build and Present KnowledgeRobin Hood Shoots for the

Queen & The Story of William Tell & The Sword and the Stone

TG p. 10 - Write a Legend U 50









X 60


T 44












X 60







Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 12 - Writing Workshop: Model the Writing Process: Write a Paragraph That Contains a Judgment T 44







X 60

Range of Writing


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Voices from the Civil War TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: Discuss the Reading T 44Robin Hood Shoots for the

Queen & The Story of William Tell & The Sword and the Stone

TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and Review U 50

Deforestation and Desertification TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading V 60




W 60


TG p. 3 - Day 1: Prepare to Read: Reflect and ReviewTG p. 5 - Day 2: After Reading: Reflect and Review X 60

Three Twentieth Century Dictators TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the Reading X 60


TG p. 2 - Introduce the Book: Make Connections/Build Background: Build Social Science Concepts and VocabularyTG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-6: Discuss the Reading

T 44




U 50


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading

V 60




W 60



X 60


TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: Discuss the Reading

X 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Voices from the Civil WarTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4-6: Discuss the Reading

T 44



V 60


TG p. 4 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Discuss Key ConceptsTG p. 8 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Discuss Key Concepts

X 60

Voices from the Civil War TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: Discuss the Reading T 44



TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the Reading V 60




TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the Reading V 60


Ain't I A Woman TG p. 2 - Small Group Rehearsal/Reading P-Z




V 60




























60VTG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 7 - Chapters 2-3: After Reading: Discuss the ReadingTG p. 9 - Chapters 4,5: After Reading: Discuss the Reading



Recognize variations from standard English in their









P-ZTG p. 2 - Assign RolesAin't I A Woman




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Voices from the Civil War

TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: DescriptionsTG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Descriptions

T 44


TG p. 8 - Chapters 2-3: Use Context Clues to Determine Word Meaning: Direct Definitions V 60


TG p. 3 - Chapter 1: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Direct Definitions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions) to Determine Word MeaningsTG p. 6 - Chapter 2: Before Reading: Discuss the Essential Vocabulary: Use Context Clues (Descriptions and Synonyms) to Determine Word Meanings

X 60



TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: PrefixesTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Prefixes

W 60


TG pp. 4-5 - Day 2: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: SuffixesTG p. 6 - Day 3: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: SuffixesTG p. 8 - Day 4: After Reading: Focus on Vocabulary: Suffixes

X 60
















TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Synonyms, Words, and Phrases to Analyze CharacterTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: Use Synonyms, Words, and Phrases to Analyze Character

X 60


TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Synonyms to Determine Word Meaning: Synonyms Using , or V 60


TG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Synonyms, Words, and Phrases to Analyze CharacterTG p. 10 - Chapter 3: Use Synonyms, Words, and Phrases to Analyze Character

X 60



TG p. 5 - Chapter 1: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Closed and Open Compound WordsTG p. 7 - Chapter 2: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes, Closed and Open Compound WordsTG p. 9 - Chapter 3: After Reading: Vocabulary/Word Study: Prefixes, Closed and Open Compound Words

X 60

60XTG p. 6 - Chapter 1: Use Synonyms, Words, and Phrases to Analyze Character







Spell correctly.





