First block:
During first block we worked on our concept maps with our novel groups. We first did a basic draft with a title and subtitles, then we split up and each person worked on a subtitle (for example, Jessica did class and Chase did warfare).
Second block:
In second block we did peer proofreading and editing for our narrative, descriptive, explanatory, and persuasive paragraphs. Ms. Lees handed us two sheets of paper and discussed them. One of them was about editing abbreviations (for example, three lines under a letter means there should be a capital). The other one was used for when proofreading and editing. On the front side there is a checklist of what was needed in the paragraph (title, punctuation, etc.). On the back there is a chart of things required (ranked one through four depending on how well you did it). We buddied up and edited with our partner. For each paragraph we had to use another checklist and most people finished three each. We will finish them tomorrow and do a good copy too.
Why We Did It
We did the concept webs for several purposes. TEAMWORK was really important in this task. We worked, discussed, and helped each other out while doing this assignment. It also developed making webs and getting information from the book. In the end it was pretty quiet while we worked so that was good.
We practiced proofreading and editing so we would get used to doing it to our own paragraphs and written assignments. We also learned about how to proofread and edit better.
Connections
You will need to know how to make concept webs and how to proofread and edit in school and out of school.
Homework/Tips
I don't think there was any homework today
You could work on your concept map or start the good copy of the paragraphs (if you have edited it already)
Be sure to check Ms. Lees blog for updates
The counselor might be coming tomorrow (block 4) to talk about course selections for grade 9
Tomorrow's blog will be done by Caitlin
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