8th Grade Writing Lesson Plans

December 3-7, 2012

Michelle Evans

2. Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas, concepts, and information through the selection, organization, and analysis of relevant content.

a. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.

b. Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen

facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples.

c. Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts.

d. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.

e. Establish and maintain a formal style.

f. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented.

AH-M-4.1.31 Describe, analyze, and/or interpret works of art using visual art

terminology. (1.13, 2.22, 2.23, 2.24)

AH-M-4.1.32 Art Elements: line, shape, color (tints and shades) and color groups

(monochromatic), form, texture, space (positive/negative and perspective), and

value (light and shadow).

AH-M-4.1.33 Principles of Design: repetition, pattern, balance (symmetry/asymmetry),

emphasis (focal point), contrast (light and dark), rhythm, proportion, and

movement.

AH-M-4.1.34 Identify and describe a variety of art media, art processes, and subject

matter to communicate ideas, feelings, experiences, and stories. (1.13, 2.22, 2.23)

AH-M-4.1.35 Media: two dimensional - crayon, pencil, fabric, yarn, paint (tempera,

watercolor), ink, and pastels

AH-M-4.1.36 Media: three-dimensional - clay, papier-maché, found objects (used to

produce artwork), wood, glass, metal, and stone (Properties of media need to be

known in order to respond to artworks).

AH-M-4.1.37 Art Processes: two-dimensional - painting, fabric design, printmaking,

and mosaics

AH-M-4.1.38 Art Processes: three-dimensional - ceramics, sculpture, and architecture

AH-M-4.1.39 Subject Matter: landscape, portrait, still life, abstract, and non-objective

Lessons:

Monday:

We will:

*Sadlier Oxford SAT practice sheets for bellwork

*finish on demand over letter number 3

*formative assessment on letter template

Tuesday:

We will:

*MAPS testing and Concert

Wednesday:

We will:

*We will use Sadlier Oxford SAT practice sheets for bellwork

*begin Power Point over Washington Crossing the Delaware

Thursday:

We will:

*We will use Sadlier Oxford SAT practice sheets for bellwork

*finish power point over Washington Crossing the Delaware if time because of MAPS testing

Friday:

We will:

*We will use Sadlier Oxford SAT practice sheets for bellwork

*begin 5 column

*begin open response over Washington Crossing the Delaware

*I can analyze art

*I can create an letter template

*I can correct errors in sentence syntax and grammar.

*I can use proper language mechanics

Special Education Modifications:

8th Grade

A: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 13, 16, 18, 19

B: 504

C: 1, 2, 7, 18

D: 1, 2, 6, 12, 13, 16

E: 1, 2, 3, 7

F: 1, 2, 4, 18