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Grade 2: Module 1: Unit 3: Lesson 8
Lesson 8: Independent Writing: Conclusion and Revising Our “Mo Important Thing about Schools” Book
CCS Standards
■ W.2.2: Write informative/explanatory texts in which they introduce a topic, use facts and de nitions to develop points, and provide a concluding statement or section.
■ W.2.5: With guidance and support from adults and peers, focus on a topic and strengthen writing as needed by revising and editing.
■ SL.2.1: Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners about grade 2 topics and texts with peers and adults in small and larger groups.
■ SL.2.1a: Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions (e.g., gaining the oor in respectful ways, lis- tening to others with care, speaking one at a time about the topics and texts under discussion).
■ SL.2.1c: Ask for clari cation and further explanation as needed about the topics and texts under discussion.
■ L.2.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctu- ation, and spelling when writing.
Daily Learning Targets
■ I can write a conclusion for my “The Most Important Thing about Schools” book. (SL.2.1a, SL.2.1c, W.2.2, W.2.5, L.2.2)
■ I can revise my writing using the Revising and Editing Checklist. (W.2.5, L.2.2) Ongoing Assessment
■ During Work Time A and Work Time B, use the Informative/Explanatory Writing Checklist to document students’ progress toward W.2.2. and L.2.2 (see Assessment Overview and Re- sources).
Agenda
1. Opening
A. Engaging the Learner: Working with Our Writing Partners (5 minutes)
2. Work Time
A. Independent Writing: Conclusion (25 minutes)
B. Revising My Writing: Using the Revising and Editing Checklist (25 minutes)
3. Closing and Assessment
A. Pinky Partners: Re ecting on Learning (5 minutes)
Teaching Notes
Purpose of lesson and alignment to standards:
■ In the Opening, students use their experiences from sharing their work in Lessons 6–7 to
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