1. January 23 Warm Up: Root Word Chart - definition, example words Introduce Verb Unit: Linking Verb Quiz Thursday - Linking Verb Notes (ppt.) - Action Verb Notes (ppt.) Elements of Persuasive Reading Assessment

2. January 24 Warm Up: Read AR, test on computer, check out book *15 OL/**20 Pre-AP points DUE February 15th Practice Linking Verbs Linking Verb Quiz Thursday Practice Root Words (ppt.) Nonfiction - Read “Koko” and “ Gorilla Saves Tot in Brookfield Zoo Ape Pit” - Annotate Nonfiction Elements

3. January 25 Warm Up: Edit MUG Sentences Week 5 (1-2) (Sony - computer lab 101) BRIDGES: on-line program that helps students explore educational options, discover occupations, & make plans to achieve goals. Subject/Verb Agreement - Notes (ppt), Grammar Notes CD Linking Verb Quiz Tomorrow Practice Root Words (ppt.) Nonfiction - “Koko” and “ Gorilla Saves Tot in Brookfield Zoo Ape Pit” - Answer comprehension questions

4. January 26 Warm Up: Read AR, test on computer, check out book *15 OL/**20 Pre-AP points DUE February 15th Linking Verb Quiz Nonfiction - Koko Video

5. January 27 Warm Up: Edit MUG Sentences Week 5 (3-5) Practice Subject/Verb Agreement Nonfiction Assessment - Literature book pgs. 1000-1005 Homework: Root Word Meaningful Sentence and Illustration Chart (Due Wednesday, Quiz Friday)