Graphics are visual representations such as images, charts, and graphs that help to enhance understanding and communication of information. In the context of education, graphics can assist students by providing visual aid and making complex concepts easier to comprehend. They can also help teachers by facilitating the explanation of content and enhancing student engagement and retention.
Check-In:
- Video of hurricane - provides a visual representation of the hurricane's impact and destruction.
- Map of Puerto Rico - shows the geographical location and affected areas of the hurricane.
- Graph of wind speeds - illustrates the varying wind speeds during the hurricane.
- Photograph of a hurricane hunter - gives a visual depiction of the people involved in studying hurricanes.
- Table of recent hurricanes - presents data and information about similar weather events.
Concrete details - specific and tangible information used to support a topic.
Definitions - explanations of the meaning of words or concepts.
Examples - instances or cases that exemplify a particular idea or concept.
Facts - objective and verifiable pieces of information.
Quotations - exact words or statements taken from a source.
Check-In:
1. Habitat emulation is the recreation of natural environments. (definition)
2. A recent study reported, “The animals can stay at zoos until they have a chance of survival in the wild.” (quotation)
3. Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo takes part in 72 Species Survival Plans. (fact)
4. Captive breeding programs have saved oryxes, condors, and golden frogs. (example)
Topic: Fast Food
Central Idea: Fast food consumption has negative health consequences.
1. Many fast food options are high in calories and unhealthy additives, leading to weight gain and unhealthy eating habits. (fact)
2. For example, a cheeseburger and large fries from a popular fast food chain can contain over 1,000 calories and excessive amounts of saturated fat and sodium. (example)
3. The definition of fast food refers to convenient, quick-to-prepare meals typically offered in restaurant chains that prioritize speed and efficiency over nutritional value. (definition)
Fact provides specific information, examples give instances to support the central idea, and definition explains the meaning of the term.
Fact - 3
Quotation - 5
Example - 2
Definition - 1
Concrete detail - 4
Fact: Abraham Lincoln served in several ways as Whig Party Leader, Illinois state legislator, and Congressman.
Source: Unknown
Elaboration: the act of adding more detail, explanation, or information to support a central idea.
I appreciate the sense of community in my neighborhood. The central idea is that my neighborhood has a strong sense of community. Elaborating on this idea, I can provide the following sentences:
1. Every year, our neighborhood hosts a block party where all residents gather to eat, play games, and get to know each other. (fact)
2. Additionally, there are several community events organized throughout the year, such as a farmers market, neighborhood clean-up days, and a holiday parade. (example)
3. Before moving here, I had never experienced such a close-knit neighborhood where everyone looks out for one another and is willing to lend a helping hand. (fact)
Unit 5 Lesson 4: Graphics (page 8)
Define graphics and explain how they help students and teachers _____________________________________________________________
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Check-In (page 9)
Reveal you answers to the activity about a hurricane in Puerto Rico here:
Video of hurricane -
Map of Puerto Rico -
Graph of wind speeds -
Photograph of a hurricane hunter -
Table of recent hurricanes -
Unit 5 Lesson 5 - Developing a Topic
Key Words:
Concrete details -
Definitions -
Examples -
Facts -
Quotations -
Check - In - Read each sentence about zoos. Then label each sentence as a fact, an example, a definition, a quotation, or a concrete detail.
Habitat emulation is the recreation of natural environments. __________________________
A recent study reported, “The animals can stay at zoos until they have a chance of survival in the wild.” _____________________
Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo takes part in 72 Species Survival Plans. ____________________
Captive breeding programs have saved oryxes, condors, and golden frogs. _______________________
Unit 5 Lesson 5: Practice (page 4) -
Choose one of the following topics. Write a central idea about the topic. Then write three sentences in support of the central idea. Include two examples, one definition, and one fact.
Topics
Fast food bullying text messaging clean energy
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Unit 5 Lesson 5: Check - In (page 6)
Match each description to the type of detail it provides.
Fact b. Quotation c. example d. Definition e. Concrete detail
____ 1. Lincoln served in several ways as Whig Party Leader, Illinois state legislator, and Congressman.
____ 2. The Whigs were one of two major political parties in the 1840s.
____ 3. Lincoln was born in 1809.
____ 4. As a young man, he tended to stoop to hide his unusual height.
____ 5. Henry Ward Beecher described him as “an unshapely man.”
Unit 5 Lesson 5: Practice - (page 7)
What fact did you find about Abraham Lincoln? ___________________________________________________________
What is your source? ___________________________________________________________
Define elaboration (pg 8) ___________________________________________________________
Practice (page 10) - Think of something you appreciate about your neighborhood or town. Start by writing a sentence that states your central idea. Then add three sentences to elaborate on that idea. Include facts, concrete details, and examples. Make sure that all of your sentences support your central idea. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Unit 5 Lesson 6 - Using Transitions
Define transition -
Define Clarify -
How do transition words and phrases connect, relate, and clarify ideas?
Check - In and Practice (pages 3 and 4 of Unit 5 Lesson 6)
What are the examples of transition words on this page?
Type the sentences with transition words (page 4)
Unit 5 Lesson 6: Watch the video and complete the Interactive Practice (pages 5 and 6) - Write a Reflection. ________________________________________________________________
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Practice (page 7-11) - Use each of the following transition words or phrases in a sentence:
To sum up
However
Before
For example
Additionally
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