Lesson 32: Grammar: Adjectives, Adverbs and Other Parts of Speech
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will be able to identify and correctly use adjectives and other parts of speech (adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections) to add detail, clarify meaning, and improve sentence variety and precision in their writing.
How do adjectives and adverbs add detail and clarity to sentences?
What roles do other parts of speech play in connecting ideas and creating smooth, logical sentences?
How can overusing or misusing descriptive words affect the effectiveness of writing?
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.7.1.A
Explain the function of phrases and clauses in general and their function in specific sentences.
(Supports understanding how parts of speech function within sentences.)
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
Choose language that expresses ideas precisely and concisely, recognizing and eliminating wordiness and redundancy.
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