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[8th Grade] [8th Grade Assignment Sheets] Language Arts] Math] Science] Social Studies] Unit Plan] Objectives Timeline] Day 1] 2] 3] 4] 5] 6] 7] 8] 9] 10]

The unit is designed to give the students a basic understanding of fiction and non-fiction literature. The students will also be presented with activities to help them see works of literature from the author’s point of view. The unit is also designed to allow for the students to experiment with writing by doing different personal writing activities.
 * Purpose of the Unit: **

This unit topic is important for building a foundation of knowledge to be used when reading and writing. The skills learned in this course will help prepare the students for high school and expand their learning of language arts. The cooperative learning strategies used in the classroom will create a positive learning environment where the students can learn from each other.
 * Rationale of the Unit: **

The goals of this unit are for students to 1. Improve their skills when making predictions 2. Have a better understanding of an author’s purpose. 3. Understand the difference between fiction and non-fiction types of literature. 4. Have a deeper understanding of what it means to compare and contrast. 5. Write a letter about recycling. 6. Understand how an authors personal experiences influence their writing. 7. Have students use their personal experience to write a letter to a family member or friend. 8. Improve their note taking skills while reading by using a learning log. 9. Create a concept map about their interests and dislikes. 10. Create a timeline of turning points in their lives.
 * Goals of the Unit: **

Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to 1. Practice making their own predictions. 2. Analyze poems with a partner. 3. Discuss their findings with the class. 4. Compare and contrast two poems using a Venn diagram. 5. Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction literature on their own. 6. Formulate a plan to better the community's recycling system as a class. 7. Write a letter to the mayor. 8. Write reflective journal entries. 9. Write a letter and envelope and mail it out correctly. 10. Use a learning log effectively for all core subjects. 11. Create and learn more about themselves through a concept map and timeline.
 * Instructional Objects of the Unit: **

Throughout this unit, students will be developing a basic understanding of language arts. The students will be introduced to fiction and non-fiction works of literature and will be looking at writing from the author’s point of view. The students will be able to learn out to write about themselves in first person, and also learn to become better note takers. Lessons will include instruction, as well as individual and group work, class discussion, and videos.
 * Unit Overview: **

Assessments will be taken a variety of ways throughout the unit. The students will be assessed on their ability to work in groups as well as on their own. They will be turning work in as well as sharing their work with the class. Exit slips, journal entries, and letters are a few examples of the work that will be collected.
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