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Course: .PACS.Communication Arts Grade 4 Teacher / Team Name: 4th Grade

Date: February 27, 2014 ET

Topic: Unit 2: Amazing AnimalsSubject(s):

Days: 30

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CC.1.2.4.J -- EssentialAcquire and use accurately gradeappropriate conversational, general academic, and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal precise actions, emotions, or states of being and that are basic to a particular topic.

CC.1.3.4.C -- EssentialDescribe in depth a character, setting or event in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text.

CC.1.1.4.D -- EssentialKnow and apply grade level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.

CC.1.1.4.Da -- EssentialUse combined knowledge of all letter-sound correspondences, syllabication patterns, and morphology to read accurately unfamiliar multisyllabic words.

CC.1.1.4.E -- EssentialRead with accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.

CC.1.1.4.Ea -- EssentialRead on-level text with purpose and understanding.







CC.1.1.4.Eb -- EssentialRead on-level text orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression on successive readings.

CC.1.1.4.Ec -- EssentialUse context to confirm or selfcorrect word recognition and understanding, rereading as necessary.

CC.1.4.4.X -- EssentialWrite 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.

CC.1.4.4.L -- EssentialDemonstrate a grade appropriate command of the conventions of standard English grammar, usage, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.

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CC.1.2.4.K -- EssentialDetermine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies and tools.


CC.1.3.4.F -- EssentialDetermine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in grade level text, including figurative language.

CC.1.3.4.I -- EssentialDetermine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on grade level reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies and tools.

CC.1.3.4.E -- EssentialExplain major differences between poems, drama and prose and refer to the structural elements of each when writing or speaking about a text.

CC.1.5.4.B -- EssentialParaphrase portions of a text read aloud or information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.

CC.1.4.4.W -- EssentialRecall relevant information from experiences or gather relevant information from print and digital sources; take notes and categorize information, and provide a list of sources.

CC.1.5.4.D -- EssentialReport on a topic or text, tell a story, or recount an experience in an organized manner, using appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details to support main ideas or themes; speak clearly with adequate volume, appropriate pacing, and clear pronunciation.

E04.B-V.4.1.1 -- EssentialDetermine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based grade 4 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.


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E04.B-V.4.1.1a -- EssentialUse context (e.g., definitions, examples, or restatements in text) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.

E04.B-V.4.1.1b -- EssentialUse common, grade-appropriate Greek and Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., telegraph photograph, autograph).

E04.B-V.4.1.1c -- EssentialDetermine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words or phrases used in a text.

E04.B-V.4.1.2 -- EssentialDemonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships and nuances in word meanings.

E04.A-K.1.1.3 -- EssentialDescribe in depth a character, setting, or event in a story, drama, or poem, drawing on specific details in the text (e.g., a character’s thoughts, words, or actions).

E04.D.1.1.1 -- EssentialUse relative pronouns (e.g., who, whose, whom, which, that) and relative adverbs (e.g., where, when, why).

E04.D.1.1.2 -- EssentialForm and use the progressive (e.g., I was walking; I am walking; I will be walking) verb tenses.

E04.D.1.1.3 -- EssentialUse modal auxiliaries (e.g., can, may, must) to convey various conditions.

E04.D.1.1.4 -- EssentialOrder adjectives within sentences according to conventional patterns (e.g., small red bag rather than a red small bag).

E04.D.1.1.5 -- EssentialForm and use prepositional phrases.


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E04.D.1.1.6 -- EssentialProduce complete sentences, recognizing and correcting inappropriate fragments and run-on sentences.

E04.D.1.1.7 -- EssentialCorrectly use frequently confused words (e.g., to, too, two; there, their, they’re).

E04.D.1.1.8 -- EssentialEnsure subject-verb and pronoun-antecedent agreement.

E04.D.1.2.1 -- EssentialUse correct capitalization.

E04.D.1.2.2 -- EssentialUse commas and quotation marks to mark direct speech and quotations from a text.

E04.D.1.2.3 -- EssentialUse a comma before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence.

E04.D.1.2.4 -- EssentialSpell grade-appropriate words correctly.

E04.A-V.4.1.1 -- EssentialDetermine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based grade 4 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.

E04.A-V.4.1.1a -- EssentialUse context (e.g., definitions, examples, or restatements in text) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase, including words or phrases that allude to significant characters found in literature (e.g., Herculean effort).

E04.A-V.4.1.1b -- EssentialUse common, grade-appropriate Greek and Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., telegraph, photograph, autograph


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E04.A-V.4.1.2 -- EssentialDemonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships and nuances in word meanings.

CC.1.2.4.C -- EssentialExplain events, procedures, ideas, or concepts in a text, including what happened and why, based on specific information in the text.

E04.B-K.1.1.3 -- EssentialExplain events, procedures, ideas, steps, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text, including what happened and why, based on specific information in the text.


CC.1.2.4.G -- EssentialInterpret various presentations of information within a text or digital source and explain how the information contributes to an understanding of text in which it appears.

E04.B-C.3.1.3 -- EssentialInterpret text features (e.g., headings, graphics, charts, timelines, diagrams) and/or make connections between text and the content of text features.

CC.1.2.4.I -- EssentialIntegrate information from two texts on the same topic to demonstrate understanding of that topic.

E04.B-C.3.1.2 -- EssentialIntegrate information from two texts on the same topic in order to demonstrate subject knowledge.

CC.1.3.4.H -- EssentialCompare and contrast similar themes, topics, and patterns of events in literature, including texts from different cultures.


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E04.A-C.3.1.1 -- EssentialCompare and contrast the treatment of similar themes and topics (e.g., opposition of good and evil) and patterns of events (e.g., the quest) in stories, myths, and traditional literature from different cultures. Note: “Stories” means narration of events told through the text types of stories, dramas, or poems.

CC.1.4.4.B -- EssentialIdentify and introduce the topic clearly.

E04.C.1.2.1 -- EssentialIntroduce a topic for the intended audience and group related information in paragraphs and sections together to support the writer’s purpose.

E04.E.1.1.1 -- EssentialIntroduce text(s) for the intended audience, state a topic, and create an organizational structure in which related ideas are logically grouped to support the writer’s purpose.

CC.1.4.4.C -- EssentialDevelop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic; include illustrations and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

E04.C.1.2.2 -- EssentialDevelop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic.

E04.E.1.1.2 -- EssentialDevelop the analysis using a variety of evidence from text(s) to support claims, opinions, and inferences.

CC.1.4.4.D -- EssentialGroup related information in paragraphs and sections, linking ideas within categories of information using words and phrases; provide a concluding statement or section; include formatting when useful to aiding comprehension.


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E04.C.1.2.3 -- EssentialLink ideas within categories of information using words and phrases (e.g., another, for example, also, because).

E04.C.1.2.5 -- EssentialProvide a concluding statement or section related to the information or explanation presented.

E04.E.1.1.3 -- EssentialLink ideas within categories of information using words and phrases (e.g., another, for example, also because).

E04.E.1.1.5 -- EssentialProvide a concluding statement or section related to the analysis presented.

CC.1.4.4.N -- EssentialOrient the reader by establishing a situation and introducing a narrator and/or characters.

E04.C.1.3.1 -- EssentialOrient the reader by establishing a situation and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally to support the writer’s purpose; establish a controlling point.

CC.1.4.4.S -- EssentialDraw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research, applying grade level reading standards for literature and informational texts.

E04.E.1.1.4 -- EssentialUse precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

CC.1.5.4.G -- EssentialDemonstrate command of the conventions of standard English when speaking based on grade 4 level and content.


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CC.1.5.4.A -- EssentialEngage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions on grade level topics and texts, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

CC.1.5.4.C -- EssentialIdentify the reasons and evidence a speaker provides to support particular points.

CC.1.4.4.T -- EssentialWith guidance and support form peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing.

CC.1.4.4.U -- EssentialWith some guidance and support, 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 one page in a single sitting.

CC.1.4.4.M -- EssentialWrite narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events.

CC.1.4.4.E -- EssentialUse precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

E04.C.1.2.4 -- EssentialUse precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

E04.D.2.1.1 -- EssentialChoose words and phrases to convey ideas precisely.

E04.D.2.1.2 -- EssentialChoose punctuation for effect

E04.D.2.1.3 -- EssentialChoose words and phrases for effect


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CC.1.2.4.L -- EssentialRead and comprehend literary non-fiction and informational text on grade level, reading independently and proficiently.

CC.1.3.4.G -- EssentialMake connections between the text of a story or drama and a visual or oral presentation of the text, identifying where each version reflects specific descriptions and directions in the text.

CC.1.3.4.K -- EssentialRead and comprehend literature on grade level, reading independently and proficiently.

CC.1.4.4.A -- EssentialWrite informative/ explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.


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Which standards are students learning in this unit?

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What can animals teach us?

Key Learning: Amazing Animals

Unit Essential Question(s):

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Reading

Week 1: Literary Lessons

Week 2: Animals in Fiction

Week 3: Natural Connections

Week 4: Adaptations

Week 5: Animals All Around

Grammar/Writing:

Nouns, Explanatory Essay and "How to" writingCC.1.2.4.J, CC.1.3.4.C, CC.1.1.4.D, CC.1.1.4.Da, CC.1.1.4.E, CC.1.1.4.Ea, CC.1.1.4.Eb, CC.1.1.4.Ec, CC.1.4.4.X, CC.1.4.4.L, CC.1.2.4.K, CC.1.3.4.F, CC.1.3.4.I, CC.1.5.4.B, CC.1.4.4.W, CC.

1.5.4.D, E04.B-V.4.1.1, E04.B-V.4.1.1a, E04.B-V.4.1.1b, E04.B-V.4.1.1c, E04.B-V.4.1.2, E04.A-K.1.1.3, E04.D.1.1.1 , E04.D.1.1.2, E04.D.1.1.3, E04.D.1.1.4, E04.D.1.1.5, E04.D.1.1.6, E04.D.1.1.7,

E04.D.1.1.8, E04.D.1.2.1 , E04.D.1.2.2 , E04.D.1.2.3, E04.D.1.2.4, E04.A-V.4.1.1, E04.A-V.4.1.1a, E04.A-V.4.1.1b, E04.A-V.4.1.2, CC.1.2.4.C, E04.B-K.1.1.3 , CC.1.2.4.F, CC.1.2.4.G, E04.B-C.

3.1.3, CC.1.2.4.I, E04.B-C.3.1.2 , CC.1.3.4.H, E04.A-C.3.1.1 , CC.1.4.4.B, E04.C.1.2.1 , E04.E.1.1.1, CC.1.4.4.C, E04.C.1.2.2 , E04.E.1.1.2, CC.1.4.4.D, E04.C.1.2.3 , E04.C.1.2.5, E04.E.1.1.3,

E04.E.1.1.5, CC.1.4.4.N, E04.C.1.3.1 , CC.1.4.4.S, E04.E.1.1.4, CC.1.5.4.G, CC.1.5.4.A, CC.1.5.4.C, CC.1.4.4.T, CC.1.4.4.U, CC.1.4.4.M, CC.1.4.4.E, E04.C.1.2.4, E04.D.2.1.1 , E04.D.2.1.2, E04.D.

2.1.3, CC.1.2.4.L, CC.1.3.4.G, CC.1.3.4.K, CC.1.4.4.A

ReadingWeek 1: What are some messages in animal stories? (Standards apply to the whole unit)Week 2: How do animal characters change familiar stories?Week 3: How are all living things connected?Week 4: What helps an animal survive?Week 5: How are writers inspired by animals?

Grammar/WritingHow do I use nouns in informative writing? (A)

CC.1.2.4.J, CC.1.3.4.C, CC.1.1.4.D, CC.1.1.4.Da, CC.1.1.4.E, CC.1.1.4.Ea, CC.1.1.4.Eb, CC.1.1.4.Ec, CC.1.4.4.X, CC.1.4.4.L, CC.1.2.4.K, CC.1.3.4.F, CC.1.3.4.I, CC.1.5.4.B, CC.1.4.4.W, CC.1.5.4.D, E04.B-V.4.1.1, E04.B-V.4.1.1a, E04.B-V.4.1.1b, E04.B-V.4.1.1c, E04.B-V.4.1.2, E04.A-K.1.1.3, E04.D.1.1.1 , E04.D.1.1.2, E04.D.1.1.3, E04.D.1.1.4, E04.D.1.1.5, E04.D.1.1.6, E04.D.1.1.7, E04.D.1.1.8, E04.D.1.2.1 , E04.D.1.2.2 , E04.D.1.2.3, E04.D.1.2.4, E04.A-V.4.1.1, E04.A-V.4.1.1a, E04.A-V.4.1.1b, E04.A-V.4.1.2, CC.1.2.4.C, E04.B-K.1.1.3 , CC.1.2.4.F, CC.

1.2.4.G, E04.B-C.3.1.3, CC.1.2.4.I, E04.B-C.3.1.2 , CC.1.3.4.H, E04.A-C.3.1.1 , CC.1.4.4.B, E04.C.1.2.1 , E04.E.1.1.1, CC.1.4.4.C, E04.C.1.2.2 , E04.E.1.1.2, CC.1.4.4.D, E04.C.1.2.3 , E04.C.1.2.5, E04.E.1.1.3, E04.E.1.1.5, CC.1.4.4.N, E04.C.1.3.1 , CC.1.4.4.S, E04.E.1.1.4, CC.1.5.4.G, CC.1.5.4.A, CC.1.5.4.C, CC.1.4.4.T, CC.1.4.4.U, CC.1.4.4.M, CC.1.4.4.E, E04.C.1.2.4, E04.D.2.1.1 , E04.D.2.1.2, E04.D.2.1.3, CC.1.2.4.L, CC.1.3.4.G, CC.1.3.4.K, CC.1.4.4.A

ReadingWeek 1: attracted, dazzling, fabric, greed, honest, requested, sword, trudgedWeek 2: annoyed, attitude, commotion, cranky, familiar, frustrated, selfish, specialtyWeek 3: crumbled, droughts, ecosystem, extinct, flourished, fragile, imbalanced, ripplesWeek 4: camouflaged, dribbles, extraordinary, poisonous, pounce, predator, prey, vibrationsWeek 5: brittle, creative, descriptive, outstretched, metaphor, meter, rhyme, simile

Grammar/Writingcommon noun, proper noun, possessive noun, plural noun, word choice, voice, ideas

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Lesson Essential Question(s):

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Additional Information:Writing Weeks 1-2: Explanatory essayWeeks 3-5: How to paragraph

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Vocab Report for Topic: Unit 2: Amazing AnimalsSubject(s):

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Concept: Reading

Week 1: Literary Lessons

Week 2: Animals in Fiction

Week 3: Natural Connections

Week 4: Adaptations

Week 5: Animals All Around

Grammar/Writing:

Nouns, Explanatory Essay and "How to" writing

ReadingWeek 1: attracted, dazzling, fabric, greed, honest, requested, sword, trudgedWeek 2: annoyed, attitude, commotion, cranky, familiar, frustrated, selfish, specialtyWeek 3: crumbled, droughts, ecosystem, extinct, flourished, fragile, imbalanced, ripplesWeek 4: camouflaged, dribbles, extraordinary, poisonous, pounce, predator, prey, vibrationsWeek 5: brittle, creative, descriptive, outstretched, metaphor, meter, rhyme, simile

Grammar/Writingcommon noun, proper noun, possessive noun, plural noun, word choice, voice, ideas -

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