Simple Subjects and Predicates

Objective:  Students will identify simple subjects, and predicates in writing.

• I can identify simple subjects and predicates and use them in my writing.

  To Do:
1) Intro. terms using text.
2) TeacherTube "Simple Subjects & Predicates" (4:10 min.)
3) Discuss and establish common definition.
4) Transfer objective and common definition into (in class) Skills Journal.
5) Chapter 1 lessons 2 & 4 (Simple Subject & Verb Phrases), Concept Checks guided practice with highlighted items. (p.9) Ch.1 lesson 2: Items: 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9. 10 and (p.13) Ch. 1 lesson 4: Items: 3-10, with shoulder buddies in their Skills Journal. Group review.
6) Student check thumbs-up for understanding at 75% or better of the concept.
7) Exit Ticket: 3 questions on Smartboard. (p.13 Teaching Tips)