Rgd/LA Syllabus: Week of October 8

Important Information:
o Confirmation of conference times were sent home on Tuesday, Oct 2. Please let me know if you are unable to attend at that time.
o We will begin reading the Greek Myths this week. Students must have a two-gallon Ziploc bag to store their books in. If you do not have one at home you can purchase one from me for 25 cents.
o Students will take a grammar test on Thursday, October 11
o Second Reading Logs will be due on Tuesday, October 30.

Monday, October 8
No School: Columbus Day

Tuesday, October 9
Language Network book -Fragments and run-ons
L/Network book Pt. A Concept Check and Challenge pg. 27
Introduce D’Aulaires’ book of Greek Myths and elements of a myth
Read and discuss In Olden Times & Gaea short stories
Complete Greek Myth story element chart

Homework: Study for diagramming/grammar test

Wednesday, October 10
Review for diagramming test on Thursday
Discuss “Show Me What You Know” survey
Titans Complete Vocabulary and Read
Complete Greek Myth story element chart

Homework: Study for diagramming/grammar test. Finish myth chart, if necessary.

Thursday, October 11 - Stuffing Day
Portfolio Preparation
Diagramming/Grammar Test
Vocabulary for Cronus & Zeus myth
Read and discuss Cronus myth

Homework: Finish myth chart, if necessary

Friday, October 12
Complete fragment and run-on worksheet
Review chart for Cronus myth
Read & discuss Zeus and His Family myth and complete chart

Homework: Have a WONDERFUL weekend!