English II – 9/22/14

Objectives: Complete sentences; write narrative paragraphsBELL RINGER: Copy and finish these sentences.

1. Because he is tired,_____________________.2. As I left the room,____________________.3. If you know Spanish, ___________________.

Challenge Question: Label the parts of the sentence that are independent versus dependent clauses.

English II - 9/23/2014

Objectives: Review key subordinating conjunctions; write narrative paragraphs

BELL RINGER: Copy and finish these sentences.

1. Although I understand geometry, ___________.2. ______________ before I do my homework.3. _______________since it is a school night.4. ____________because I do not like sardines.

Challenge Question: Label the parts of the sentence that are independent versus dependent clauses.

Take out your English II notebooks!

Directions: Copy this list in your notebook—”Abbi Saw a Wuwu” is a way to

help us remember the most common subordinating conjunctions.

1. Write independently for at least fifteen to twenty minutes.2. Use your brainstorm (graphic organizer) to help you get started.3. Challenge yourself not to get distracted. It is okay if your pen isn’t moving the whole time. Be comfortable with your thoughts and the silence.4. Ideally your draft should be three to four paragraphs, and then narrative should have a clear beginning, middle, and end.

English II - 9/24/2014

Objectives: Complete sentences with conjunctions; revise writing

BELL RINGER: Fill in the blanks below with subordinating conjunctions (Think of the ABBI SAW A WUWU words).

1. ________ you are a kind person, you treat others with respect.

2. ______________ I understand grammar, I still need to practice it.

3. I know that you are a good writer _________ I have read your essays.

4. ________ you go through your day, you should think about how you can apply what you learn.

Your name9/24/14Peer Review – post-conference journal

• What worked and what did not in your peer conference today?

• How will you change your story after peer conferencing?

• Why does this matter?

English II - 9/25/2014

Objectives: Complete sentences using conjunctions; BELL RINGER: Fill in the blanks below with subordinating

conjunctions (Think of the ABBI SAW A WUWU words).

1. _______ you go on vacation, don’t forget to pack your swimsuit and flip-flops.

2. I love any type of chicken _____ it is overcooked.

Get ready to take the REACH Literacy Performance Task!

English II - 9/26/2014

Objectives: Complete sentences using conjunctions; revise writing

BELL RINGER: Combine the following short sentences by adding a subordinating conjunction (think of the ABBI SAW A WUWU words) to form a more complex one.

1. It is Friday. I must finish my work.

2. It is fall. I really want some candy corns.

3. Do your homework. You will fail.