Topics and Objectives
1. Introduction to Class Scope and Sequence and Procedures
— Glance at the year-long objectives.
— Review classroom etiquette and procedures.
— Organize the notebook.
— Refer to MLA DDF, sample composition, MLA Checklist, and Punctuation Guidelines.
2. Academic Integrity Pledge
— Read and sign the pledge to turn in the first day of class.
3. Nouns
— Define a noun and the various types of nouns.
— Name a proper noun for a corresponding common noun.
— Name a common noun from a corresponding proper noun.
— Label concrete and abstract nouns.
— Label compound and collective nouns.
— Determine a list of nouns as a person, place, thing, or idea.
4. The Topic Sentence and Writing a Paragraph
— Reference the Document Design Format and Punctuation Guidelines for writing assignments.
— Compose a descriptive paragraph with at least four supporting sentences starting with the topic sentence: "I am (add adjective)."
— Compose a second paragraph with at least four supporting sentences for the topic sentence describing someone else: "(Name of person) is (add adjective)."
— Type both paragraphs in one document with the topic sentences underlined using the DDF and Punctuation Guidelines.
5. Vocabulary List 1 and Root Words 1-4
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each vocabulary word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence example.
— Pronounce each vocabulary word.
— Recall from a list of the vocabulary words the general definitions for each one.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words 1-4 with definitions.
6. Pronouns
— Define a pronoun.
— Recognize personal, possessive, reflexive, relative, interrogative, demonstrative, and indefinite pronouns.
— Memorize each list of specific pronouns.
7. Developing a Paragraph
— Make a list of specific information for paragraph development.
— Develop a paragraph with examples and details, life experiences, facts or reasons, or comparisons or contrasts.
— Write one distinct paragraph from a choice of prompts by using specific nouns, adjectives, and verbs.
8. Vocabulary List 2 and Root Words 5-8
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and contextually sound sentence example.
— Pronounce each word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words 5-8 with definitions.
9. Recognizing Adjectives
— Define an adjective.
— Recall the five adjective questions.
— Label or underline the different adjectives: pronominal, articles, and proper.
— Distinguish whether a word is being used as a noun or adjective by the position of the word in a sentence.
10. Short Story Elements and "The Necklace"
— Rephrase the definitions for short story elements.
— Answer objective questions about the story "The Necklace."
— Analyze "The Necklace" to determine the short story elements.
11. Vocabulary List 3 and Root Words 9-12
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
12. Verbs
— Define a verb.
— List the linking verbs.
— List the helping verbs.
— Distinguish the difference between action, linking, and helping verbs by finding them in a sentence.
13. Grammar Review
— Define the noun and name the various types of nouns giving examples of each.
— Memorize the pronoun lists and definition.
— Define the adjective and memorize the adjective questions.
14. Varying Sentence Beginnings
— Compose sentences that begin with single-word modifiers, phrases, and clauses rather than the subject and verb.
15. The Short Story "The Gift of the Magi"
— Answer objective questions for "The Gift of the Magi."
— Analyze the short story elements found in the "Gift of the Magi."
16. Vocabulary List 4/Root Words 13-16
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of the vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words 13-16 with definitions.
17. Adverbs
— Define an adverb.
— Identify an adverb and tell whether it modifies a verbs, an adjectives, or another adverb.
— Classify whether an adverb answers "where," "when," "how," "how often," "to what extent," or "why."
18. Writing a Short Story
— Create an original 500-800 word short story incorporating the short story elements
19. Vocabulary List 5 and Root Word Review 1-16
— Recall the definitions of root words 1-16.
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
20. Short Story "Thank You, Ma'am"
— Answer objective questions about "Thank You, Ma'am."
— Analyze the short story elements in "Thank You, Ma'am."
21. Prepositions
— Define a preposition.
— Recite the list of prepositions to the tune of "bingo."
— Recognize prepositions and compound prepositions in sentences.
22. Writing a Short Story Part II
— Create an attention-getting opening sentence for the original short story.
— Utilize and punctuate dialogue in the original short story.
23. Short Story "Split Cherry Tree"
— Answer comprehension questions for "Split Cherry Tree."
— Interpret "Split Cherry Tree" finding short story elements.
24. Vocabulary Words List 6
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary words.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
25. Conjunctions
— Define a conjunction.
— Contrast the difference of conjunctions that are coordinating, correlative, subordinating, or conjunctive adverbs.
26. Show; Don't Tell
— Change sentences that tell to sentences that show by using words that appeal to the five senses.
27. Oral Presentation of Original Short Story
— Critique the strengths and weaknesses of students' short stories.
28. Vocabulary List 7 and Root Words 17-20
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
29. Interjections and Parts of Speech Review
— Define an interjection.
— Locate interjections in sentences.
30. Midterm Review for Grammar, Composition, Literature, and Vocabulary/Week 7
— Take part in a review game for the mid-term exams.
31. Original Short Story Sharing
— Critique the story elements found in students' original short stories.
32. Subject and Predicate
— Define the subject and predicate of a sentence.
— Divide a sentence to separate the subject from the predicate.
— Label groups of words either fragment or sentence.
— Identify the simple subject and predicate of a sentence.
33. Introduction to Poetry and Poetry Terminology
— Compose an extended metaphor poem comparing to dissimilar objects.
— Dissect a Psalm finding a simile or metaphor and tell what is being compared.
34. Vocabulary List 9 and Root Words 21-24
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
35. Subjects and Predicates Part II/Week 10
— Find the inverted subject and predicate in interrogative sentences.
— Examine imperative sentences that have an understood "you" for the subject.
— Pick out compound subjects and verbs in sentences.
36. Poetry: Sound Devices
— Discover various sound devices in classic poetry samples.
37. Compare and Contrast Good and Bad Poetry
— Review tips for writing good poetry.
38. Poetry Portfolio
— Summarize the Poetry Portfolio requirements involving original poems and poetry critiques.
39. Vocabulary List 10 and Root Words 25-28
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word
— Recall from a list vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
40. Diagramming Sentences
— Label each word of the diagram sentences.
— Diagram simple and compound sentences.
41. Preposition and Personification Poems
— Compose a preposition poem based on an abstract noun.
— Illustrate personification by composing examples of human qualities given to inanimate objects.
42. Vocabulary List 11 and Root Words 29-32
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
Complements
— Determine which noun, pronoun, or adjective follows the verb completing the thought of the sentence.
Types of Poetry
— Summarize the meaning of a narrative poem, lyrical poem, sonnet, ode, and concrete poem.
43. Vocabulary List 12 and Root Words Review 17-32
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary word.
— Recall from a list vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words 17-32 with definitions.
44. Subject Complement: Predicate Nominative
— Discover in a sentence the linking verb and the predicate nominative that explains or renames the simple subject.
45. Simile and Metaphor
— Compare and contrast similes and metaphors.
46. Imagery
— Pick out the sensory words used in poetry examples.
47. Vocabulary List 13 and Root Words 33-36
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
48. Subject Complement: Predicate Adjective
— Discover in a sentence the linking verb and the predicate adjective that describes or modifies the simple subject.
49. Poetry Olympics
— Demonstrate an understanding of different poetry genres and elements of poetry by competing in a composition exercise.
Vocabulary List 14 and Root Words 37-40
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
50. Semester Exam Review
— Examine the concepts in grammar, poetry, and vocabulary pertinent for the semester exam.
51. Poetry Portfolio Presentations
— Show the poetry portfolio by sharing one original poems.
52. Vocabulary List 15 and Root Words 41-44
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
53. Direct Objects
— Select the noun in the sentence acting as a direct object.
— Utilize the two questions "who" and "what" to find the direct object.
54. Introduction to The Odyssey and Books 1-3
— Summarize the characteristics of an epic.
— Rephrase the definitions of the epic literary terms: epithet, theme, symbol, and the motifs related to The Odyssey.
— Show an understanding of The Odyssey by answering comprehension questions for Books 1-3.
Indirect Objects
— Distinguish the different complements in sentences: predicate nominative, predicate adjective, and direct object.
— Summarize the four indirect object questions: "to what," "for what," "to whom," and "for whom."
— Identify the indirect object in a sentence.
55. The Odyssey Books 4-6
— Interpret The Odyssey by answering comprehension questions for Books 4-6.
56. Thesis and Topic Sentence
— Explain the four elements of a thesis statement.
— Construct the thesis statement and three topic sentences for the hero composition.
— Extend the topic sentences with elaboration tools such as sensory details, incidents, and examples.
57. Vocabulary List 17 and Root Words 45-48
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
58. Capitalization
— Choose the correctly capitalized phrase from two choices based on the capitalization rules.
— Revise sentences by using capitals wherever necessary.
59. The Odyssey Books 7-9
— Interpret the Odyssey by answering questions for Book 7-9.
60. Elaboration and the Hero Composition
— Support each paragraph with elaboration using sensory details, incidents, and examples.
61. Vocabulary List 18 and Root Word Review 33-48
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words 33-48 with definitions.
62. Apostrophes
— Revise phrases by using apostrophes for the possessive case.
— Choose the correct choice in a sentence regarding singular, singular possessive, plural, and plural possessive forms of words.
63. The Odyssey Books 10-12
— Interpret Books 10-12 by answering comprehension questions.
64. Introductions, Conclusions, and Titles and the Journey Composition/Week 19
— Build a proper introduction for an essay by using the inverted triangle including the following:

1.) Grabber” or “hook”

2.) Introduce topic (most general)

3.) Explain topic

4.) “Bridge” sentence

5.) Thesis statement (most specific)
— Compose a concluding paragraph by incorporating the characteristics of a well-written conclusion.
— Plan a creative title that reflects the topic of the essay.
65. Vocabulary List 19 and Root Words 49-52
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
66. Fragments
— Discover a fragment as a separated sentence part that does not express a complete thought when given two groups of words.
— Develop sentences out of fragments.
67. The Odyssey Books 13-15
— Interpret The Odyssey by answering comprehension questions for Books 13-15.
68. Transitions
— Incorporate into essay writing sentence-level and paragraph-level transitions which signal relationships between ideas and help writing flow seamlessly together.
69. Vocabulary List 20 and Root Words 53-56
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
70. Run-ons
— Correct run-ons by using proper punctuation.
71. The Odyssey Books 16-18
— Interpret The Odyssey by answering comprehension questions for Books 16-18.
72. Eliminating Wordiness and the Temptation Composition
— Analyze sentences that use wordiness key words and rewrite them.
— Compare and contrast temptations that people might face today with the temptations Odysseus and his men faced in a well-developed essay.
73. Vocabulary List 21 and Root Words 57-60
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
74. Subject/Verb Agreement: Part I
— Label nouns and pronouns as singular or plural.
— Select subjects and verbs that agree in number.
79. The Odyssey Books 19-21
— Interpret The Odyssey by answering comprehension questions for Books 19-21.
80. Supporting Your Ideas
— Utilize examples, statistics, and testimonies to support the temptation composition.
81. Vocabulary List 22 and Root Words 61-64
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
82. Subject/Verb Agreement: Part II
— Categorize indefinite pronouns as either singular or plural.
— Analyze compound subjects joined by "and" or "or" to choose the correct singular or plural verb.
— Inspect subjects and verbs to make sure they agree in number.
83. The Odyssey Book 22-24
— Interpret The Odyssey by answering comprehension questions for Books 22-24.
84. Choose Your Words
— Cut redundant words and phrases from sentences to write concisely.
85. Clauses
— Examine clauses and identify them as independent or subordinate.
86. Writing a Summary
— Rephrase the steps of writing a summary.
— Summarize an article about WWII or the holocaust to 1/3 or 1/4 of its length.
87. Introduction of The Hiding Place and Chapters 1-2
— Survey the background for the cause of WWII and the holocaust.
— Infer the answers for The Hiding Place chapters 1-2 based on comprehension questions.
88. Vocabulary List 25 and Root Words 65-69
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
89. Prepositional Phrases
— Find prepositional phrases in sentences.
— Analyze whether the prepositional phrase is used as an adjective or adverb.
— Diagram prepositional phrases.
90. The Hiding Place Chapters 3-4
— Infer the answers for The Hiding Place chapters 3-4 based on comprehension questions.
91. Vocabulary and Root Words 70-74
— Recall Week 26 Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each Week 26 vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of Week 26 vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each Week 26 word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match Week 26 root words with definitions.
92. Participial Phrase
— Summarize the participle's definition, suffixes, and function.
— Diagram participial phrases.
93. The Hiding Place Chapter 5-6
— Infer the answers for The Hiding Place chapters 5-6 based on comprehension questions.
94. The Persuasive Essay
— Explain the purpose of and pattern for the persuasive essay.
— Compose a persuasive essay.
95. Vocabulary List 27 and Root Words 75-79
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
96. The Gerund Phrase
— Summarize the definition of the gerund phrase.
— Label the words in a gerund phrase.
— Diagram the gerund phrase.
97. The Hiding Place Chapters 7-9
— Explain text by answering comprehension questions.
98. Writing the Report:A Mini-Research Paper
— Select a research paper topic.
— Limit the research paper topic.
— Select reliable sources for the research paper topic.
99. Vocabulary List 28 and Root Words 80-84
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
100. Pronoun/Antecedent Agreement
— Find the antecedent for the pronoun and match them in gender and number.
101. The Hiding Place Chapters 10-12
— Infer the answers for The Hiding Place chapters 10-12 based on comprehension questions.
102. Quote, Paraphrase, and Summarize
— Construct lead-ins for quotations.
— Extract information from a source and summarize or paraphrase this information.
— Choose and label as "quotation," "paraphrase," or "summary" the selected information from source material.
— Draft a topic outline for the research paper.
103. Vocabulary List 29 and Root Words 85-89
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
104. Correct Use of Modifiers
— Select the correct modifier in a sentence.
105. The Hiding Place Chapters 13-14
— Infer the answers for The Hiding Place chapters 13-14 based on comprehension questions.
106. Work Cited Page and In-text Citations
— Organize source material for a Works Cited page.
— Add in-text citations in proper format.
107. Vocabulary List 30 and Root Words 90-95
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
108. The Hiding Place Chapter 15-16
— Infer the answers for The Hiding Place chapters 15-16 based on comprehension questions.
109. Organizing the Report
— Organize the components of the report by referring to the checklist.
110. Vocabulary List 31 and Root Words 95-100
— Recall the Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word’s part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
111. Final Exam Semester Review
— Take part in a review of the literature, grammar, composition, and vocabulary for the final exam for the second semester.
112. Vocabulary List 23 and Root Words Review 49-64
— Recall Power Point presentation which illustrates each word with a picture and a contextually sound sentence sample.
— Pronounce each vocabulary and root word.
— Recall from a list of vocabulary words the general definition for each word.
— Create a vocabulary card for each word including the word's part of speech, dictionary definition, two synonyms, and an original contextually sound sentence.
— Match root words with definitions.
113. Midterm Review
— Match vocabulary words with definitions.
— Recall characters, events, and terms for The Odyssey.
— Identify direct objects, indirect objects, complements, and fragments and run-ons.
— Choose which words in a sentence need to be capitalized or not capitalized.
— Diagram sentences with direct and indirect objects.
114. Choose Your Words
— Identify redundant phrases and replace these phrases with concise words.
115. Final Grammar Review
— Identify clauses as either independent or subordinate.
— Recognize words in sentences that should be capitalized.
— Inspect words to see if the apostrophe is correctly placed.
— Classify groups of words as fragments or run-ons.
— Match subjects and verbs to agree in number.
— Match pronouns with proper antecedents.
— Diagram sentences.