Common Core Extensions
{"Image DocumentName": "Common Core Extensions", "Image ImageDescription": "Reading Part #3. Common Core Extensions. Extension Breakdown. With the development and adaptation of the new common core state standards, students will be asked to complete weekly writing and mini-research inquiries in addition to reading work during the reading block. Mini writing assignments and research projects will be completed on a weekly basis in relation to the weekly reading theme and/or skill. During the unit period students will also gain exposure to 3-5 informational texts as well as 3-5 works of poetry. Mini-Research. Students will be asked to develop their own inquiry questions pertaining to a given subject, and research the answers to their questions. Mini-Writing. Students will be asked to compare multiple texts with a common theme in writing pieces to support and clarify their knowledge of a given topic. Informational Texts. Students will be exposed to numerous informational text pieces, familiarizing themselves with the look and purpose for such texts. They will be asked to use what they know and have read to formulate responses and deeper thinking. Poetry Works. Students will read poetry relating to the weekly theme/topic. They will then write their own poetry to expand upon what they have learned.", "Image XResolution": "37", "Image YResolution": "37", "Image ResolutionUnit": "Pixels/Centimeter", "Image Software": "SlidePlayer", "Image YCbCrPositioning": "Centered"}