Module 23 Natural Disasters- Language Arts 3B - Course Guide

Module Overview:

In this module, students will look at words with irregular spellings and learn new vocabulary words. They will learn about main idea and details in nonfiction. They will learn about adverbs. They will also talk about what a discussion is. They will write a journal entry on natural disasters. Students will practice connecting cursive letters and their reading fluency.

Module Materials:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Material(s)
1	23.1 - Natural Disasters	independent reading book pen or pencil
2	23.2 - Natural Disasters	independent reading book pen or pencil crayons or colored pencils
3	23.3 - Natural Disasters	independent reading book pen or pencil
4	23.4 - Natural Disasters	independent reading book pen or pencil
5	23.5 - Natural Disasters	independent reading book pen or pencil

Module Objectives:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Objective(s)
1	23.1 - Natural Disasters	Identify irregular spelling patterns in words. Read vocabulary words and definitions. Define the main idea and details of a nonfiction text. Define an adverb. Explain what a discussion is.
2	23.2 - Natural Disasters	Spell spelling words. Match vocabulary words with the correct definition. Set a purpose for reading “Natural Disasters.” Insert adverbs into sentences. Create questions appropriate for a discussion. Form the cursive connection between <i>u</i> and <i>y</i>, and <i>i</i> and <i>j</i>.
3	23.3 - Natural Disasters	Build spelling words. Match vocabulary words with the correct definition. Identify adverbs in sentences. Take notes to prepare for a discussion. Apply rate, expression, and intonation when reading aloud.
4	23.4 - Natural Disasters	Spell irregular spelling words. Match vocabulary words with the correct definition. Demonstrate comprehension after reading. Identify adverbs in sentences. Take notes to prepare for a discussion. Spell spelling words.
5	23.5 - Natural Disasters	Spell irregular spelling words. Apply vocabulary words to your own writing. Edit writing for errors. Determine the main idea and details of “Natural Disasters.” Practice holding a discussion. Demonstrate comprehension after independent reading.

Module Key Words:

Key Words	Spelling Words	Vocabulary Words
irregular spelling main idea and details adverbs discussion journal entry note taking cursive handwriting note-taking fluency edit independent reading	any both cold color does earth eyes find four from have learn listen many move only their though want water	tsunami earthquake ordeal volcano warning flood

Module Assignments:

Lesson #	Lesson Title	Page #	Assignment Title
1	23.1 - Natural Disasters	7	Journal Entry
2	23.2 - Natural Disasters	2	Spelling
2	23.2 - Natural Disasters	7	Handwriting
3	23.3 - Natural Disasters	3	Vocabulary
3	23.3 - Natural Disasters	6	Writing
4	23.4 - Natural Disasters	2	Spelling
4	23.4 - Natural Disasters	7	Handwriting
5	23.5 - Natural Disasters	2	Spelling
5	23.5 - Natural Disasters	4	Reading
5	23.5 - Natural Disasters	6	Writing
5	23.5 - Natural Disasters	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
23.1 - Natural Disasters	What are irregular words? What are the main idea and details of a nonfiction passage? What is an adverb?
23.2 - Natural Disasters	What are irregular words? What are the main idea and details of a nonfiction passage? What is an adverb? What is nonfiction?
23.3 - Natural Disasters	What are irregular words? What are the main idea and details of a nonfiction passage? What is an adverb? What is nonfiction? When reading for fluency, what are rate, expression, and intonation?
23.4 - Natural Disasters	What are irregular words? What are the main idea and details of a nonfiction passage? What is an adverb? What is nonfiction? When reading for fluency, what are rate, expression, and intonation?
23.5 - Natural Disasters	What are irregular words? What are the main idea and details of a nonfiction passage? What is an adverb? What is nonfiction? When reading for fluency, what are rate, expression, and intonation? What are some tips for a good discussion?

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
23.1 - Natural Disasters	Natural Disasters-Spelling Words	What are irregular words? Give examples of irregular words.
23.1 - Natural Disasters	Natural Disasters-Main Idea and Details	What is the main idea of a text? What are the details of a text? What can help us identify the main idea of a text?

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	100 Most Destructive Natural Disasters Ever	Anna Claybourne	1040L
2	Extreme Weather: Surviving Tornadoes, Sandstorms, Hailstorms, Blizzards, Hurricanes, and More! (National Geographic Kids)	Thomas M. Kostigen	1000L
3	Twister on Tuesday (Magic Tree House, No. 23)	Mary Pope Osborne	570L
4	Twisters and Other Terrible Storms: A Nonfiction Companion to Magic Tree House #23: Twister on Tuesday	Will Osborne	740L

Module Outing:

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

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