Unit 4 Research

You will investigate an important invention or inventor that follows the unit theme of Great Expectations.

You will locate and evaluate 2 sources.

You will extract a minimum of 10 facts.

You will properly cite the facts, as well as create a list of works cited.

You will synthesize the information in a presentation form of your choice.

Today:

1.  Decide your topic.
2. Begin looking for sources.
3. Keep a list of keyword searches.
4. Select sources. Save links in email or word document.
5. Save source information.  Use easybib.com or Gale citation information.
6.  Begin extracting facts.

LRC Book Review, Due 2/6/13

LRC Independent Reading Book Assignment
6thReading Mrs. Sullivan
Project grade: 75 points

Objective: By applying our reading strategies, you will read and report on your independent reading book to create a book binder for Mrs. Sullivan’s classroom.

Task: You will keep notes as you read your book.  Once your book is completed, you will write a three paragraph analysis.

Requirements

1. Select your independent reading book.
2. You will keep notes on your book in your Reading Comprehension section of your binder.  You many do this in the form of a strategy chart, character squares, timelines, or your may create your own style of note taking.  Your notes will be checked for a grade.  (15 points)
3. You will type a report of your book.  It will be three paragraphs long, with each paragraph between 5-7 complete sentences.  Here are the requirements for each paragraph:

1st paragraph: This is your summary of the book. Describe the setting, characters, basic plot points, etc.  You will also need to identify the genre of the book and the author.  

2nd paragraph:  This is your analysis section.  In this paragraph, you must include one quote analysis from the book in which you write the quote, paraphrase it, and then explain why this quote is important to the book- what does it reveal?  You will identify conflicts within the book, both internal and external, as well as identifying the theme of the book.  If your book is a biography or a collection of poetry, select your favorite part of the book or poem and analyze it.  What inferences can you make?

3rd paragraph:  Evaluate the text.  What do you like and dislike about this book?  What recommendations could you make for someone who is considering reading this book?  What connections can you personally make to this story?  

4. This assignment must be typed and formatted according to PSM requirements.

5. Your paragraphs will be graded according to the following rubric, which you will turn in along with your paper, stapled to the back of it.  Each paragraph is worth a possible 20 points.

Grading:  ____/ 15 notes
  ____/ 60 paper- 20 pts per paragraph: 15 pts content, 5 pts language mechanics

Guidelines for taking notes:
Your notes do not have to be in complete sentences, but they should be NEAT.
Author’s name
Title
Genre – fiction: sci-fi, fantasy, realistic fiction, romance, humor, historical fiction
non-fiction: biography, autobiography, informative (how-to, historical)
Characters – include main characters only in summary, but you can take notes on any characters as they pop up in the book
Setting – where and when the book takes place
Main plot ideas – this is what happens in the book.  
Quotes – write down any quotes that really stand out to you.  Quotes are DIRECT SENTENCES FROM THE BOOK.  They do not necessarily have to be dialogue between people.    
Conflicts – write down any internal or external conflicts
Theme – identify the theme and any details, situations, conversations that reflect the theme

Persuasive Outline

I.                 Introduction

a.  Lead

b.  Thesis

                                                            i.      Specific topic

                                                         ii.      Precise opinion

                                                      iii.      Plan of development

1.  Supporting detail

2.  Supporting detail

3.  Supporting detail

II.              Body

a.  Paragraph - Detail 1 from thesis

                                                            i.      Support

                                                         ii.      Support

                                                      iii.      Support

                                                      iv.      Refute the opposition

b.  Paragraph – Detail 2 from thesis

                                                            i.      Support

                                                         ii.      Support

                                                      iii.      Support

                                                      iv.      Refute the opposition

c.   Paragraph – Detail 3 from thesis

                                                            i.      Support

                                                         ii.      Support

                                                      iii.      Support

                                                      iv.      Refute the opposition

Paraphrasing

You must include the source, original section of text, and then your paraphrase.  See the example below:

Paraphrasing:

Source:

"Wrong-way Driving Crashes Claim Hundreds of Lives."  Channel One. N.p., 11 Dec. 2012. Web. 11 Dec. 2012. <www.channelone.com>.

Actual Text:

One technology already required in 17 states for all convicted first-time drunken-driving offenders is ignition interlock devices that test their breath for alcohol concentration. The devices, mounted on the vehicle's dashboard, prevent the engine from starting if the driver's alcohol concentration is too high.

Paraphrase:  17 states already require putting a breathalyzer in cars of people who have been convicted of drunk driving.

MLA Citation Help

Quoting, Paraphrasing, Summarizing:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/563/01/

MLA:
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/01/

http://www.easybib.com/

6th Grade Social Studies and Reading

6^th Grade Social Studies and Reading

Research Report: Daily Life in Ancient Egypt

 

You must research one aspect of daily life in ancient Egypt using books from the LRC and online sources.  Possible topics include:

 

·        Education

·        Meals

·        Clothing

·        Religion

·        Sports and Games

·        Topics not listed may receive teacher approval

 

Research Report Expectations:

 

·        Students will locate 5 key facts related to their chosen topic using a minimum of 2 sources, including one book and one online source.

·        Students will paraphrase each key fact and explain its importance.

·        Students will type their reports using 12 point Times New Roman or Arial font, double-spaced.

·        Students will include a bibliography in proper MLA format.

·        Students will use proper spelling and grammar.

 

Historical Fiction Rubric

 

Writing a Historical Fiction Short Story

Title of Piece __________________________________________________________

CRITERIA: The essay will be evaluated on the basis of these criteria:

INTRODUCTION

1. The introduction uses an effective narrative beginning technique.                      

0          1          2          3            4          5

2. The beginning contains sufficient background information, including

a clear setting.                                                                                                         0          1          2          3            4          5

3. The story quickly sets up the main character’s problem or conflict.                    

          0          1          2          3            4          5

 

BODY (STORY AS A WHOLE)

4. The events of the story are arranged in chronological order and use transitions

of time and place.                                                                                         

0          1          2          3            4          5

5. There are at least 3 historically accurate details of setting in the story

            [Ex.: tools, clothing, foods, vehicles, manners, customs, jargon, toys, etc.]  

     0          1          2          3            4          5

6. All historically researched details have parenthetical citations within the text

and are correctly listed in the Works Cited page which follows.                 

0          1          2          3            4          5

7. The story uses dialogue both to advance the plot, as well as to

reveal character.                                                                                                   0          1          2          3            4          5

8. The story uses at least two complicating incidents/events to

create dramatic tension.                                                                                         0          1          2          3            4          5

 

CONCLUSION

9. The story has a satisfying resolution that logically resolves the conflict.         

0          1          2          3            4          5

10. The paper is relatively free of mistakes in spelling, grammar, usage,

            mechanics, and manuscript form (Use spell-check; proofread!)                     

0          1          2          3            4          5

50 possible points final points

 

TOTAL EARNED ______