Wednesday, December 4, 2019

1.     Opening
A.   Engaging the Writer and Reviewing Learning Targets (5 minutes)

2.     Work Time
A.   Reading and Analyzing the Model Essay (35 minutes)

3.     Closing and Assessment
A.   Reviewing Learning Targets (2 minutes)
B.   Previewing Homework (3 minutes)

4.     Homework
A.   Finish today's packet (all parts)
B.  Continue your independent reading.  We have two weeks left to read and test.

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