ELA 2 Module 14: Everyday Patterns - Course Guide

Module Overview:

In this module, learners develop reading, writing, and language skills while working with nonfiction texts. Learners practice identifying the main (central) idea and important details, citing evidence from a text, and using context clues to determine the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary and distinguish shades of meaning between words. They strengthen their understanding of singular and plural nouns, including plural endings -s and -es and spelling changes such as changing -y to -i, and apply these skills when revising and editing sentences. Learners also move through the writing process to draft, revise, edit, and publish a nonfiction summary, while building foundational literacy skills by reading grade-level text with fluency, recognizing high-frequency words (any, many, very), and practicing proper formation of the cursive lowercase letters u and w.

Module Materials:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Material(s)
1	14.1 Everyday Patterns	None
2	14.2 Everyday Patterns	modeling clay Writing Notebook
3	14.3 Everyday Patterns	note cards or pieces of paper;
4	14.4 Everyday Patterns	shaving cream (optional) baking sheet (optional) watercolor paint (optional) paintbrush (optional) paper towel (optional) cup of water (optional) paper (optional) highlighters (assorted colors)
5	14.5 Everyday Patterns	None

Module Objectives:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Objective(s)
1	14.1 Everyday Patterns	Identify words with plural endings -s and -es, including changing -y to –i. Identify high-frequency words: any, many, very. Use context clues to find the meaning of new vocabulary words. Recognize the main (central) idea and important details. Identify singular and plural nouns.
2	14.2 Everyday Patterns	Identify the main idea and details. Classify singular and plural nouns. Construct a rough draft of a nonfiction summary. Demonstrate proper letter formation of the cursive lowercase u and w.
3	14.3 Everyday Patterns	Distinguish shades of meaning in vocabulary words. Interpret the main (central) idea and details. Recognize singular and plural nouns. Revise a summary (nonfiction).
4	14.4 Everyday Patterns	Use context clues to determine which vocabulary word completes a sentence in a text. Use singular and plural nouns. Demonstrate knowledge of conventions by editing a summary (nonfiction). Demonstrate proper letter formation of the cursive lowercase u and w.
5	14.5 Everyday Patterns	Demonstrate fluency when reading grade-level text. Cite evidence for the main idea and details. Revise sentences for singular and plural nouns. Create a published summary (nonfiction).

Module Key Words:

Key Words	Words of the Week	Spelling Words	Vocabulary Words
context clues fluency graphic organizer singular and plural nouns summary rough draft revise edit publish	any many very	foxes dogs dishes quizzes books babies stories houses puppies cities	distance describe observe cycle discover

Module Assignments:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Page #	Assignment Title

Learning Coach Notes:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Notes
1	14.1 Everyday Patterns	This week, students are learning about plural nouns, words that mean more than one. They will practice when to add -s or -es, and when to change y to i before adding -es, like turning puppy into puppies. You can play a simple game with your learner, where you say a word, such as box or puppy, and your child tells you the plural form. Pointing out plural words as you together can also help reinforce the skill. In writing, students will brainstorm ideas for a nonfiction summary. They will learn how to identify the main idea and the most important facts to include. You can help your learner by reading or watching a short nonfiction piece together and then asking, “What was it mostly about?” and “What are a couple of facts you remember?” Ask your learner to identify the main idea and details that support the main idea. These simple conversations help strengthen their thinking and writing skills.
2	14.2 Everyday Patterns	Students will continue learning about plural nouns today. Invite your learner to point out plural nouns in other reading you do together this week. Students will also be turning their organizer from yesterday into a rough draft of their nonfiction summary. Remind your learner that they do not need to worry about spelling or other mistakes today. They will work on fixing those things later this week.
3	14.3 Everyday Patterns	Students will continue working on recognizing plural nouns and the main idea today. They will also revise their summary. Encourage your learner to use the checklist to make sure they have everything they need in their summary. Students will also write their own imitation sentence today using singular and plural nouns. Remind your learner of the spelling rules when making nouns plural.
4	14.4 Everyday Patterns	Today, students will edit their summary. Make sure your learner uses the editing checklist when checking their writing for mistakes. Students will also continue to work on plural nouns and main idea and details. If your learner is struggling with finding the main idea, read nonfiction texts with them and ask them to tell you what the story is mostly about.
5	14.5 Everyday Patterns	Today, students will review everything they have learned this week, including plural nouns, main idea and details, spelling and WOW words, and how to write a summary. Encourage your learner to practice making plural nouns by naming objects around them and changing the noun from singular to plural (e.g., berry—berries). You can also write a singular noun and have your learner say and write its plural form. Practice vocabulary by asking your learner to explain the vocabulary word in their own words and encourage them to use it in a silly or creative sentence. Read different nonfiction texts with your learner and ask them to share the main idea of the passage and to point to or highlight the sentence or sentences that show it.

Guiding Questions
Suggested Books

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
14.1 Everyday Patterns	What is the main (central) idea of a text?
14.2 Everyday Patterns	What do you add at the end of a word to make it plural?
14.3 Everyday Patterns	What is included in a nonfiction summary?
14.4 Everyday Patterns	How do you form the cursive lowercase letters u and w?
14.5 Everyday Patterns	What do you include in a published writing piece?

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

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	Franny's Perfect Food Patterns	Essie Bell
2	Patterns, Patterns Everywhere	Kellie Menendez

Module Outing:

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

#	Outing
1	Learners can explore the theme of patterns through an outing that encourages observation in the world around them. For example, during a nature walk at a park or around the school grounds, learners can look for repeating patterns in leaves, flowers, pinecones, and tree bark. Learners may also notice patterns in the built environment, such as repeating bricks, windows, tiles, or fence designs during a walk around the school or nearby community. Another option is visiting a museum or public art space where learners can observe how artists use repeating shapes, colors, and geometric designs to create patterns. These experiences help learners recognize patterns in nature, architecture, and art while connecting classroom learning to real-world examples.