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Nine lessons makeup a unit designed to reinforce grammar and vocabulary through practice pages based on readings of African folktales. Each lesson consists of a mini lesson, a vocabulary review, and a instructional activity. Topics include complete sentence, verb tenses, sentence fragments, identifying phrases and clauses, dependent, independent clauses, simple, compound, complex sentences, and changing verbs from passive to active voice. To conclude the unit, assessments are provided in the form of writing prompts, word puzzles, and multiple choice questions.
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Concepts
complete sentences, incomplete dominance, independent clauses, dependent clauses, subjects, verbs, coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, verb tenses, the past tense, the present tense, the future tense, past tense verbs, present tense verbs, the future perfect tense, infinitive phrases, infinitives, punctuating dialogue, sentence fragments, personal pronouns, simple sentences, compound sentences, complex sentences, african folktales, folktales
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Instructional Ideas
- Send worksheets home as a packet over the week or long break
- Allow pupils to browse the collection of African folktales discussed in each worksheet
- Use worksheets separately to reinforce the concept within a small group for targeted practice
Classroom Considerations
- Copies are required
- The unit was designed to accompany the Grace Abounding curriculum; however, worksheets are still applicable, along with the assessments, provided that folktales are obtained and read
Pros
- Lessons are written clearly and in detail
- Worksheets have a clean and neat design
- A thorough background of the curriculum's purpose is provided
Cons
- The font may be difficult to read for some pupils