Grade 7
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Composition
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Language
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Reading: Informational
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Reading: Literature
KAS ELA Standard: C.7.2.c
Develop the topic with relevant facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations or other information and examples.
Change Leads to More Change
Can you think of a time in your life when “Change lead to more change?”
Investigating Christmas Trees
Start with facts about Christmas trees. Group them. Label them. Can you boil it all down to one big idea?
Upgrading Compare and Contrast Writing
Upgrade compare and contrast writing with just a couple of key words.
The Thinking Hats
So… do your students moan when forced to work in a group? Part of the problem is that lack the structure to work well with peers. Edward de Bono’s Thinking Hats are a perfect tool to help with this problem.
Improving Presentations 2: Planning The Outline
After watching some great presenters, let’s outline your presentation!
Content Imperatives: Contribuition
Pull on one thread and watch the whole topic move. Contribution asks: what single factor is quietly shaping everything else?