1. 7 th Grade Language Arts Erin Dryanski edryanski@kyrene.org 480-541-6134 edryanski@kyrene.org 480-541-6134

2. Classroom Procedures and Information / I honestly LOVE my job / Your child is on a wonderful team with teachers who embrace the middle school model / If you or your child have a need, a concern or a situation I should know about, please let me know. / There is ALWAYS time before school if you need a quick conference or a minute of my time / I want your child to ENJOY reading and writing even if it isn’t his/her strength / I honestly LOVE my job / Your child is on a wonderful team with teachers who embrace the middle school model / If you or your child have a need, a concern or a situation I should know about, please let me know. / There is ALWAYS time before school if you need a quick conference or a minute of my time / I want your child to ENJOY reading and writing even if it isn’t his/her strength

3. Five Language Arts / Reading / Writing / Listening / Speaking / Grammar (Conventions) / Reading / Writing / Listening / Speaking / Grammar (Conventions)

4. Language Arts Text: Holt Elements of Language Demonstrate the writing process Explore writing domains (persuasive, expository, narrative, descriptive) Summary writing Letter writing Poetry writing Analyze and Respond to literature Modeling the Masters Writing Tricks 6-Traits of Writing Grammar Spelling Vocabulary Demonstrate the writing process Explore writing domains (persuasive, expository, narrative, descriptive) Summary writing Letter writing Poetry writing Analyze and Respond to literature Modeling the Masters Writing Tricks 6-Traits of Writing Grammar Spelling Vocabulary

5. Reading Text: Holt Elements of Literature Read from a variety of genres with accuracy, immediate recognition and expression Read for comprehension and response Read from a district approved list of novels Understand and apply elements of fiction (character, setting, plot etc.) Demonstrate understanding of types of literature (novel, play, prose etc.) Discuss literature during book groups and classroom opportunities

6. 7 th LA Grade Novels: The Outsiders Freak the Mighty Seedfolks Novel Study Book of Choice

7. Miscellaneous… / Spelling and vocabulary tests will alternate every other week with the test occurring on Wednesday. / Healthy snacks are allowed and encouraged / There are many alternatives if you don’t have a computer and/or printer at home / Your child’s attendance is extremely important / Your child will keep a portfolio of their writing for the year / There is a web page, free tutoring available, and grades on- line / Spelling and vocabulary tests will alternate every other week with the test occurring on Wednesday. / Healthy snacks are allowed and encouraged / There are many alternatives if you don’t have a computer and/or printer at home / Your child’s attendance is extremely important / Your child will keep a portfolio of their writing for the year / There is a web page, free tutoring available, and grades on- line

8. “In reaffirming the greatness of our nation, we understand that greatness has never given. It must be earned. Our journey has never been one of shortcuts or settling for less. It has not been the path for the faint- hearted….. It has been the risk-takers, the doers, the makers of things some celebrated but more often men and woman obscure in their labor, who have carried up the long rugged path toward prosperity and freedom.” Inauguration Speech “In reaffirming the greatness of our nation, we understand that greatness has never given. It must be earned. Our journey has never been one of shortcuts or settling for less. It has not been the path for the faint- hearted….. It has been the risk-takers, the doers, the makers of things some celebrated but more often men and woman obscure in their labor, who have carried up the long rugged path toward prosperity and freedom.” Inauguration Speech

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