- Section 6: Finish the vocab packet.
- Sections 3, 4, 5, HB: Synonyms in vocab and finish the synonyms, antonyms, and homonyms sheet.
- All: The 200 word piece is due Friday. Students owe 400 words on Friday.
Today:
- We did some grammar.
- I reviewed the vocab words and introduced the students to the synonyms in the book.
- I discussed how to brainstorm for the 200 word piece. Many students "barf draft" and think they have written something. No. That is brainstorming. Students think that everything they write is precious. Here are two outlines I came up for my piece:
We enjoy the family outings, especially the … trip to Hilton Head Island
- It is far from home.
It is very different from how we live here!
- It is far from home.
It is very different from how we live here!
The island is very beautiful!
- We are forced to spend time together!- We get to eat out at restaurants a lot!
- We take pictures and create lifetime memories.
We always forget the bad times and focus on the good.
Her parents created a legacy which we will pass on to our kids.
We enjoy the family outings, especially the … what you specifically enjoy.
Trip 1 Disney
Trip 2 Hilton Head
Trip 3 Day trips to where ever
