Big Question: What can we learn from studying fossils? Author: J. Lynett Gillette Genre: Expository Nonfiction.
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Big Question: What can we learn from studying fossils?
Author:
J. Lynett Gillette
Genre:
Expository Nonfiction
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BIG QUESTION: WHAT CAN WE LEARN FROM STUDYING FOSSILS?
VOCABULARY WORDS
Vocabulary Words
fragile poisonous prey sluggish specimens treacherous volcanic
More Words to Know
excavation geologists paleontologists quarry roamed
MONDAY
Question of the Day
What can we learn from studying fossils?
TODAY WE WILL LEARN ABOUT:
Build Concepts Main Idea Prior Knowledge Build Background Vocabulary Fluency: Model Volume Grammar: Possessive Nouns Spelling: Latin Roots Paleontology
FLUENCY
MODEL VOLUME
FLUENCY: MODEL VOLUME
Listen as I read “Discovery!” As I read, notice how I raise the volume of my voice to an appropriate level so that I can be heard by students at the back of the classroom. As I read the selection, I will vary the volume to emphasize important details.
Be ready to answer questions after I finish.
FLUENCY: MODEL VOLUME
What was the climate like at the time the dinosaurs lived?
By what process were the dinosaur bones preserved?
CONCEPT VOCABULARY
– scientists who study prehistoric life
– place where stone is dug, cut, or blasted out
roamed
–
wandered
CONCEPT VOCABULARY
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BUILD CONCEPT VOCABULARY
PALEONTOLOGISTS, QUARRY, ROAMED Objects of Study Paleontology People Places
MAIN IDEA, PRIOR KNOWLEDGE
TURN TO PAGE 168 - 169.
PRIOR KNOWLEDGE WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE STUDY OF FOSSILS?
K (What do you know?) W (What would you like to learn?) L (What did you learn?)
PRIOR KNOWLEDGE
This week’s audio explores the Tyrannosaurus rex on exhibit at the Chicago Field Museum. After we listen, we will discuss what you learned about Tyrannosaurus rex.
VOCABULARY WORDS
VOCABULARY WORDS
fragile
– easily broken, damaged or destroyed
poisonous
– containing a dangerous substance; very harmful to life and health
prey
– animals hunted and killed for food by another animal
VOCABULARY WORDS
sluggish
– lacking energy or vigor
specimens
samples
treacherous
– very dangerous while seeming to be safe
volcanic
volcano – examples of a group; – of or caused by a
MORE WORDS TO KNOW
by digging – the act of uncovering
– scientists who study the composition of the Earth or of other heavenly bodies, the process that formed them, and their history
MORE WORDS TO KNOW
and animals – scientists who study prehistoric life as represented in fossilized plants
EXCAVATION
GEOLOGISTS
GRAMMAR
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
the fossil’s were perserved in cold wet mud The fossils were preserved in cold, wet mud.
at Dawn the researchers walked to the resevoir At dawn the researchers walked to the reservoir.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
He decided to investigate his assistant’s report.
Assistant’s
is a
possessive noun
. To make a
singular noun
show possession, add an
–s
.
apostrophe
and
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
A
possessive noun
shows ownership.
A
singular possessive noun
has or owns something. shows that one person, place, or thing A
plural possessive noun
shows that more than one person, place, or thing has or owns something.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
To make a
–s
.
singular noun
show possession, add an apostrophe and
the ranch’s landscape James’s coat
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
To make a
plural noun
that ends in
–s
show possession, add an apostrophe.
five researchers’ collections the bushes’ leaves
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
To make a
plural noun
that does not end in
–s
show possession, add an apostrophe and
-s
.
the children’s books the women’s books
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
MAKE EACH NOUN POSSESSIVE. TELL IF IT IS SINGULAR OR PLURAL
.
computer
computer’s - singular
Mr. Garcia
Mr. Garcia’s - singular
hornets
hornets’ - plural
student
student’s - singular
dinosaurs
dinosaurs’ - plural
fossil
fossil’s - plural
women
women’s - plural
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
MAKE THE UNDERLINED NOUNS POSSESSIVE.
Charles Camp collection of bones was discovered in New Mexico.
Charles Camp’s
The explorers trucks were stuck in the mud.
explorers’
Were the reptiles legs trapped in the mud?
reptiles’
Some of the Earth rocks contain iridium.
Earth’s
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
MAKE THE UNDERLINED NOUNS POSSESSIVE.
The geologists tests revealed arsenic in the bones.
geologists’
The men luggage was filled with digging tools.
men’s
The girl grandparents live near Ghost Ranch.
girl’s
Dr. Vogel seminar begins at noon.
Dr. Vogel’s
SPELLING WORDS
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• • • • • • • • • suspend pendant conductor novel productive numeral reserve numerous preserve • • • • • • • • • pending pendulum deduction novelty numerator reservoir conservatory appendix impending • • • • • • • induct innovative aqueduct abduction perpendicular expenditure enumerate
TUESDAY
Question of the Day
Why would a paleontologist record each fossil find in a field diary?
TODAY WE WILL LEARN ABOUT: Word Structure Main Idea Prior Knowledge Graphic Sources Vocabulary Fluency: Echo Reading Grammar: Possessive Nouns Spelling: Latin Roots Science: Triassic Dinosaurs Global Warming Paleontology
VOCABULARY STRATEGY: SUFFIXES
PAGES 170 - 171.
DINOSAUR GHOSTS: THE MYSTERY OF COELOPHYSIS
PAGES 172 - 181.
FLUENCY
ECHO READING
FLUENCY: ECHO READING Turn to page 179, first two paragraphs.
As I read, notice how I raise my voice to stress sentences such as “This was a great find.” We will practice as a class doing three echo readings.
GRAMMAR
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
todds book’s were all about phytosaurs Todd’s books were all about phytosaurs.
the childs were excited about the inpending field The children were excited about the impending field.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Singular possessive nouns
apostrophe and
–s
to form singular possessive nouns.
show that one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Plural possessive nouns
ending in
–s
to form the does not end in
–s
show that more than one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an apostrophe to a plural noun possessive. If the plural noun , add an apostrophe and
–s
.
SPELLING WORDS
LATIN ROOTS
• • • • • • • • • suspend pendant conductor novel productive numeral reserve numerous preserve • • • • • • • • • pending pendulum deduction novelty numerator reservoir conservatory appendix impending • • • • • • • induct innovative aqueduct abduction perpendicular expenditure enumerate
WEDNESDAY
Question of the Day
What are some of the different ways that prehistoric animals have been fossilized?
TODAY WE WILL LEARN ABOUT: Main Idea Prior Knowledge Graphic Sources Vocabulary Fluency: Model Volume Grammar: Possessive Nouns Spelling: Latin Roots Science: Testing Hypotheses Paleontology
DINOSAUR GHOSTS: THE MYSTERY OF COELOPHYSIS
PAGES 182 - 188.
FLUENCY
MODEL VOLUME
FLUENCY: MODEL VOLUME Turn to page 180, second paragraph.
As I read, notice how I speak louder to emphasize the question that ends the paragraph.
Now we will practice together as a class by doing three echo readings of this paragraph.
GRAMMAR
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
the novels main character were a paleontologist The novel’s main character was a paleontologist.
the dinosaur spyed his prey and he gave chase The dinosaur spied his prey, and he gave chase.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Singular possessive nouns
apostrophe and
–s
to form singular possessive nouns.
show that one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Plural possessive nouns
ending in
–s
to form the does not end in
–s
show that more than one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an apostrophe to a plural noun possessive. If the plural noun , add an apostrophe and
–s
.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Possessive nouns reduce wordiness so that writing flows more smoothly.
Wordy: the eyes of the dinosaur
Not Wordy: the dinosaur’s eye
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Review something you have written to see if you can improve it by using possessive nouns in place of prepositional phrases.
SPELLING WORDS
LATIN ROOTS
• • • • • • • • • suspend pendant conductor novel productive numeral reserve numerous preserve • • • • • • • • • pending pendulum deduction novelty numerator reservoir conservatory appendix impending • • • • • • • induct innovative aqueduct abduction perpendicular expenditure enumerate
THURSDAY
Question of the Day
What questions do you think paleontologists ask themselves about why they do what they do?
TODAY WE WILL LEARN ABOUT:
Narrative Nonfiction/Text Features Reading Across Texts Content-Area Vocabulary Fluency: Partner Reading Grammar: Possessive Nouns Spelling: Latin Roots Science: Careers in Science
“DINO HUNTING”
PAGES 190 - 193.
FLUENCY
MODEL PARTNER READING
FLUENCY: PARTNER READING Turn to page 180, second paragraph.
Partners practice reading this paragraph aloud. Be sure to vary the volume of your voices. Offer each other feedback.
GRAMMAR
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
new mexicos’ climate suits james just fine New Mexico’s climate suits James just fine.
the bones at the site were to numerus to count The bones at the site were too numerous to count.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Singular possessive nouns
apostrophe and
–s
to form singular possessive nouns.
show that one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Plural possessive nouns
ending in
–s
to form the does not end in
–s
show that more than one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an apostrophe to a plural noun possessive. If the plural noun , add an apostrophe and
–s
.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Unlike the
–s
in the plural form of
compound nouns
compound noun.
, the possessive
‘s
is always added at the end of the
No: daughters-in-law car or daughter’s-in-law
Yes: daughter-in-law’s car
SPELLING WORDS
LATIN ROOTS
• • • • • • • • • suspend pendant conductor novel productive numeral reserve numerous preserve • • • • • • • • • pending pendulum deduction novelty numerator reservoir conservatory appendix impending • • • • • • • induct innovative aqueduct abduction perpendicular expenditure enumerate
FRIDAY
Question of the Day
What can we learn from studying fossils?
TODAY WE WILL LEARN ABOUT:
Build Concept Vocabulary Main Idea Imagery Word Structure Grammar: Possessive Nouns Spelling: Latin Roots Order Form/Application Paleontology
MAIN IDEA
Sometimes the sentence.
main idea
is directly stated in a paragraph, often in the first or second If the main idea is not stated, students should ask themselves, “
What is the big idea that all the sentences in this paragraph contribute to?”
IMAGERY
The term
imagery
refers to the use of words that help readers experience the way things look, sound, smell, taste, or feel. An
image
is any detail that stimulates one of the senses.
IMAGERY
Imagery
characters, and actions seem more real.
can make settings,
Imagery
is frequently used in everyday conversation as well as literature.
SUFFIXES
You can use your knowledge of
suffixes
as an aid in determining the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
Complete a chart identifying the base word, suffix, and meaning of these words.
Confirm word meanings using a dictionary.
Word sulfurous climatic microscopic mysterious SUFFIXES Base Word Suffix Meaning
ORDER FORM/APPLICATION
The purpose of completing an
order form application
is to purchase an item, and the purpose for completing an is to apply for work or to a school or program.
These forms are on paper and online; they should be filled out completely and accurately.
ORDER FORM/APPLICATION
An
order form
asks for your name and complete address as well as details on the item being purchased and the method of payment.
ORDER FORM/APPLICATION
An
application
asks for identifying information such as name, address, and phone number, as well as information about your education and relevant experience.
ORDER FORM
GRAMMAR
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
the little boy, was frightened by the sharks tooth The little boy was frightened by the shark’s tooth.
To ensure a productiv expedition researchers must use reliable maps To ensure a productive expedition, researchers must use reliable maps.
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Singular possessive nouns
apostrophe and
–s
to form singular possessive nouns.
show that one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an
POSSESSIVE NOUNS
Plural possessive nouns
ending in
–s
to form the does not end in
–s
show that more than one person, place, or thing has or owns something. Add an apostrophe to a plural noun possessive. If the plural noun , add an apostrophe and
–s
.
SPELLING WORDS
LATIN ROOTS
• • • • • • • • • suspend pendant conductor novel productive numeral reserve numerous preserve • • • • • • • • • pending pendulum deduction novelty numerator reservoir conservatory appendix impending • • • • • • • induct innovative aqueduct abduction perpendicular expenditure enumerate
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