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Unit 1: Do the Right Thing Time
Frame: 9 Weeks |
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ELA > Grade 7 > Unit 1 |
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Unit Description When
people are confronted with choices that test their character, they often
discover that the way to make the best decisions is to listen to the voice
within their hearts. That voice will reflect the choices available,
decision-making processes, inevitable consequences, and the effects of peer
pressure. This unit will help the student develop that voice by analyzing,
reflecting on, and connecting with the experiences of imaginary and real
characters presented in various literary genres. The characteristics of each
type of literature are defined, and a study of the literary elements is
included. Opportunities to demonstrate
comprehension, such as describing and discussing literary elements (e.g.,
setting, character, and plot), analyzing the author’s use of language (e.g.,
word choice and figurative language), comparing and contrasting texts,
inferring theme and meaning, and responding to text in critical and creative
ways are also included. Writing,
grammar, and vocabulary instruction occurs within the context of the
selections. |
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I am the result of my decisions. ·
Doing the right thing is not always easy. |
Essential Questions ·
When presented with choices, how do I make the right decision? ·
Do poor decisions always result in negative consequences? ·
What makes a choice right or wrong? ·
Does doing the right thing always make everyone happy? |
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GLEs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11,
12, 13, 14,15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30,
31, 32, 34, 36, 38, 39, 40, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 |
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Content Questions ·
What are the defining characteristics of literary forms and genres? ·
How does interpreting ideas and information in literary text generate
connections to real-life situations? ·
What are recurring themes, patterns, and symbols found in literature
from different eras and cultures? ·
What strategies are useful in drawing inferences and synthesizing
information when reading text? |
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Assessments · Performance Task Rubric · Unit Assessments - LCC · Unit Assessment 2 – LCC |
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