Unit 1: Journeys and Survival
Throughout this unit we will build our ability to read closely and to analyze textual evidence in writing. We will also learn and practice important discussion protocols that will help us collaborate effectively during discussions.
Text Set
A Long Walk to Water, by Linda Sue Park “Loss of Culturally Vital Cattle Leaves Dinka Tribe Adrift in Refugee Camps,” by Stephen Buckley “Sudanese Tribes Confront Modern War,” by Karl Vick “Life and Death in Darfur: Sudan’s Refugee Crisis Continues, by Current Events, April 7, 2006 |
Unit 1: Essential Questions
Student AssignmentsLink to student workbook
If you have misplaced your student workbook, you must print the required daily assignments from the link above. Any additional assignments outside of the workbook will be provided in class and hyperlinked below. August 27 - 31
September 3 - 7
September 10 - 14
September 17 - 21
September 24 - 28
October 1 - 5
October 8 - 12
October 15 - 19
October 22-26
October 29-November 2
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Vocabulary (by week) August 27 - 31: N/A
September 3 - 7: N/A September 10 - 14:
September 17 - 21:
September 24 - 28:
October 1 - 5:
October 8 - 12:
October 15 - 19:
October 22-26
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