Lesson 32: Grammar: Effective Sentences and Word Choice
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will be able to write clear, effective sentences by choosing precise words and revising sentence structure to improve clarity, tone, and meaning in their writing.
How does word choice affect the clarity and tone of a sentence?
What makes a sentence effective and engaging for a reader?
How can revising sentences improve meaning and avoid confusion or repetition?
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.1
Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.3
Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.3.A
Use verbs in the active and passive voice to achieve particular effects.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.7.4
Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.5
With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing by revising, editing, and rewriting.
DOK 1, 2, 3
Guiding Questions
Sentence Starters & Response Frames
Small Group Support
Visual Glossary
Modeling
Think-a-Louds
Grade 7 Noredink Diagnostic Assessment
Noredink
Sadlier Book