💛Module 4: W1 - Day 5 - ELA

Lesson Instructions

You will go through two lessons (one in grammar and one in reading). 

Phone.png GRAMMAR

Introduction

When we write, we have the power to show tone and feeling! One way to do this is through punctuation. We need to make sure that we are using the right punctuation, or our writing may be misinterpreted. 

Today, we will be learning about the function of the quotation mark. 

period - used at the end of a sentence commas - marks a pause during a sentence question mark - used at the end of a question exclamation mark - used for expression when making a declaration semi colon - used to separate two independent clauses colon - used to separate items on a list quotation marks - used to show direct speech within text "I didn't see an actual alien being," Mr. Johnson said, "but I sure wish I had." In the text, the author states that hamsters are a "lively rodent that can be great as a pet."

 

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Stop and Jot

In Your Notebook:  Add to the punctuation chart. Make sure to include the purpose of the punctuation. Then, create your own sentences using the punctuation.

Phone (2).png READING

Introduction

We learned that sometimes root words come from Greek or Latin words, but sometimes our phrases and words in English also come from myths! Our reading focus for the next few lessons will be reading greek myths and trying to understand the word that was created from the myth.

Yesterday, we learned the word "echo." Today, we will be finding out the origins of the phrase "Achilles heel."

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Stop and Jot

In Your Notebook: Copy the chart below and fill it in. You will be using this chart over the course of the next few reading lessons. Then, read for 30 minutes. Ask your teacher for sites or resources on reading more Greek myths!

Word Definition Story that it came from Use the word in a sentence.
herculean
echo
Achilles heel

 

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