Tuesday, April 16

Objective:  SWBAT identify and correct run-ons and comma splices.  SWBAT complete Part #2 of the review for Friday’s Unit Test.  SWBAT compose THREE haikus following the correct format. 

Do-Now: Complete Run-ons and Comma Splices Practice 3.  You many correct the run-ons and comma splices in the paragraph.  You DO NOT need to re-write the sentences on the lines.

Today: 1) Review Run-ons and Comma Splices Practices 2 and 3.

2). Complete Unit Test 2 : Review #2.

3) Go over Unit Test 2 : Review 2.

4) Note-taking: Haiku:

~ A three-lined poem that doesn't rhyme
~ Follows the syllable count 5-7-5
~ Written about a single moment in nature
~ Usually contains a juxtaposition between two things in nature

5) Compose THREE of your own haiku following the correct format.  Your haiku should be written about nature and should be spring-themed.  Also, most haiku contain a juxtaposition between two things.  Remember: Haiku DO NOT rhyme!!!

Homework: Finish your three haiku.  Unit Test #2 on FRIDAY!!!.  All make-up work due by FRIDAY!!!