Reisdorf, Sarah M / English 9B

Unit 1: Reading Nonfiction Texts
LT: I can define the three types of author's purpose and identify them in a text.
     Author's Purpose Webquest

LT: I can define main idea and determine the different steps needed to identify the main idea of a text.
      Assignment: Main Idea Poster
PDF Packet for Main Idea Poster Assignment

LT:I can define the different types of supporting details and identify them in a text.
I can determine what the main idea is of an article, locate supporting details used to develop the main idea.
      Types of Supporting Details PPT
Assignment Part 1: Determine main idea and identify supporting details (Dog Article)
LT: I can write a well-written paragraph in MLA Format about the main idea of an article and support with cited textual evidence.
      Assignment Part 2: Write a Paragraph in MLA Format (Dog Article) (This also contains the notes we took on MLA formatting)

LT: I can write an informative article that has a clear thesis and is supported and developed with various details (and formatted in MLA).
      Handout: Write an Informative Article/Essay
      Beginning Your Essay (Sample Brainstorming & Outlining) (PPT)
      Informative Essay Rubric

LT: I can write an introduction with a hook, background and thesis.
      Intros & Conclusions PPT/Practice Assignment
      Sample Introductions: Hook, Background, Thesis

LT: I can write a paragraph using sensory details.
      Sensory Details Activity PPT


LT: I can tell the difference between a summary and an analysis.
LT: I can write a summary of a nonfiction text.
   Summarizing Vs. Analyzing PPT
   Summary Assignment: "Fast-Foods" Article

LT: I can identify textual evidence that supports the main idea of an nonfiction text, interpret the meaning of the textual evidence, as well as explain why it supports the main idea.
LT: I can use my evidence in an analysis paragraph and cite it properly.
    Analysis Assignment: "Fast-Foods" Article

LT: I can define the three forms of author’s purpose.
LT: I can read a text with the goal of determining the author’s purpose.
    Determining Author's Purpose: Selfie Articles

Unit 2: Argumentative Writing & Speaking
LT: I can collaborate to present an argument that is supported with evidence gathered through research and uses a problem/solution structure.
LT: I can present information while respecting intellectual property by citing my evidence.
LT: I can support my argument with credible sources.
Group Argumentative Problem Solving Presentation (Prompt)
Group Argumentative Problem Solving Presentation Rubric

Unit 3: Public Speaking
Speech Rubric
LT:

LT: I can write an outline that includes my thesis, supporting reasons, and verbally cited evidence.
Outlining Your Speech PPT
Persuasive Speech Checklist
Sample Outline & Blank Outline