Module 20 Good Deeds- Language Arts 3B - Course Guide

Module Overview:

In this module, students will look at the -er and -or ending in words and learn new vocabulary words. They will take a closer look at characters as story elements. They will learn about irregular verbs. They will learn how to add style to writing. They will write a journal entry about a time they did a good deed. They will practice connecting cursive letters.

Module Materials:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Material(s)
1	20.1 - Good Deeds	independent reading book pen or pencil
2	20.2 - Good Deeds	independent reading book pen or pencil crayons or colored pencils
3	20.3 - Good Deeds	independent reading book pen or pencil
4	20.4 - Good Deeds	independent reading book pen or pencil
5	20.5 - Good Deeds	independent reading book pen or pencil

Module Objectives:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Objective(s)
1	20.1 - Good Deeds	Distinguish the sound of the <i>er</i> and <i>or</i> at the end of words. Read vocabulary words and definitions. Define characters as a story element. Define irregular verbs. Explain what style is in writing. Write a descriptive paragraph.
2	20.2 - Good Deeds	Spell spelling words. Match vocabulary words with the correct definition. Set a purpose for reading “My Little Brother.” Distinguish irregular verbs from regular verbs. Identify strong verbs. Form the cursive connection between <i>c</i>, <i>d</i>, <i>g</i>, and <i>o</i>.
3	20.3 - Good Deeds	Build spelling words. Match vocabulary words with the correct definition. Correctly place irregular verbs in sentences. Identify style in writing. Apply rate, expression, and intonation when reading aloud.
4	20.4 - Good Deeds	Spell phonics and sight words. Match vocabulary words with the correct definition. Demonstrate comprehension after reading. Use irregular verbs in writing. Edit sentences to add style. Form the cursive connection between <i>c</i>, <i>d</i>, <i>g</i>, and <i>o</i>.
5	20.5 - Good Deeds	Spell phonics and sight words. Apply vocabulary words to your own writing. Edit writing for errors. Determine how the actions of the character contribute to the story. Write a paragraph using style.

Module Key Words:

Key Words	Spelling Words	Vocabulary Words
characters irregular verbs style journal entry cursive handwriting fluency revise edit independent reading	wonder mother father weather washer silver water shower leader tractor junior factor favor rumor minor actor visor tutor imitate opposite	imitate opposite sensitive attitude gradual ignore

Module Assignments:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Page #	Assignment Title
1	20.1 - Good Deeds	7	Journal Entry
2	20.2 - Good Deeds	2	Spelling
2	20.2 - Good Deeds	7	Handwriting
3	20.3 - Good Deeds	3	Vocabulary
4	20.4 - Good Deeds	2	Spelling
4	20.4 - Good Deeds	6	Writing
4	20.4 - Good Deeds	7	Handwriting
5	20.5 - Good Deeds	2	Spelling
5	20.5 - Good Deeds	7	Independent Reading

Learning Coach Notes:

None

Module Guiding Questions:

When a student starts a lesson ask them questions to check for prior knowledge and understanding and to review concepts being taught. At the end of the lesson ask the questions again to see if their answer changes.

Lesson Title	Question
20.1 - Good Deeds	How do characters impact a story? What is an irregular verb? What words end with -er? What words end with -or? What is style in writing?
20.2 - Good Deeds	How do characters impact a story? What is an irregular verb? What words end with -er? What words end with -or? What is style in writing? What is realistic fiction?
20.3 - Good Deeds	How do characters impact a story? What is an irregular verb? What words end with -er? What words end with -or? What is style in writing? What is realistic fiction? When reading for fluency what is rate, expression, and intonation?
20.4 - Good Deeds	How do characters impact a story? What is an irregular verb? What words end with -er? What words end with -or? What is style in writing? What is realistic fiction? When reading for fluency what is rate, expression, and intonation? What do you look at when revising and editing a story?
20.5 - Good Deeds	How do characters impact a story? What is an irregular verb? What words end with -er? What words end with -or? What is style in writing? What is realistic fiction? When reading for fluency what is rate, expression, and intonation? What do you look at when revising and editing a story?

Module Video Questions:

When a student watches a video take time to ask them questions about what they watched. Suggested questions for the videos in this module are listed here. Suggestion: Have the student watch the entire video first all the way through. Then have them watch the video a second time, as they watch it pause the video and ask the questions.

Lesson Title	Video	Question
20.1 - Good Deeds	Good Deeds-Characters	What are character traits? How do characters impact a story?
20.1 - Good Deeds	Good Deeds-Writing with Style	What is style?

Module Suggested Read Aloud Books:

Take time to read to your student or have them read aloud to you. Read a different book each day. While reading the book point out concepts being taught. You may purchase these books or find them at your local library. Suggested things to discuss while reading the book:

What is the main idea?
What are three things new you learned?
How does this book relate to what you are learning about?

#	Book	Author	Lexile Level
1	Ordinary Mary's Extraordinary Deed	Emily Pearson	AD950L
2	A Little SPOT of Kindness!	Diane Alber
3	Clifford's Good Deeds	Norman Bridwell

Module Outing:

Take some time to apply what your student is learning to the real world. Suggested outings are below.

#	Outing
1	Work with your student to plan a good deed, either volunteer at a food pantry, serve dinner at a homeless shelter, or other activity that will teach them the importance of helping others.