7th Grade English

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Unit 1 - The Choices We Make

St. # Primary MN Benchmark RAS Learning Targets Learning Activities Formative Assessment
aligned to aligned to benchmark
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(DOK?)

7.11.6.6 Acquire and use accurately grade- Preview the big ideas and Activity 1.1: SpringBoard Scavenger Hunt
appropriate general academic and domain- vocabulary for the unit. (PMS)
specific words and phrases; gather Previewing the Unit 1.1 QHT Chart (PMS)
Identify and summarize the
vocabulary knowledge when considering a 1.1 Slides (SMS)
knowledge and skills
word or phrase important to necessary to complete 1.1-1.3 Slides (RMS) Unit 1 Overview for Notebook
comprehension or expression Embedded Assessment 1 1.1 Slides (PMS) (RMS)
successfully.

7.5.6.6 Determine an author’s point of view or Paraphrase and analyze Activity 1.2: 1.2 Quotes (SMS)
purpose in a text and analyze how the quotes related to choices.
author distinguishes his or her position Exploring the Concept of 1.2 Quotes Word Sort (PMS)
Consider choices for
from that of others. Choice
independent reading.
7.7.10.10 Slides 1.2 (PMS) 1.2 Quote Gallery Walk (RMS)
Write routinely over extended time frames
(time for research, reflection, and revision)
and shorter time frames (a single sitting or
a day or two) for a range of discipline-

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specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
a. Independently select writing topics and
formats for personal enjoyment, interest,
and academic tasks

7.4.1.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to Analyze choices and Activity 1.3: Take a Stand (RMS)- see slides
support analysis of what the text says consequences presented in a
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from text. Choices and Consequences:
the text. Paired Poetry
7.4.2.2 Compare and contrast the
Determine a theme or central idea of a text effect of language and diction 1.3 Slides (PMS)
and analyze its development over the in two poems.
course of the text; provide an objective
summary of the text.

7.11.4.4
Determine the meaning of words and
phrases as they are used in a text,
including figurative and connotative
meanings; analyze the impact of rhymes
and other repetitions of sounds (e.g.,
alliteration) on a specific verse or stanza of
a poem or section of a story or drama.

7.7.3.3 Write narratives and other creative texts to Analyze the structural Activity 1.4: 1.4 Extension: Figurative
a develop real or imagined experiences or components of a personal Language Poster (PMS)
events using effective technique, relevant narrative. Exploring the Personal

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descriptive details, and well-structured Narrative Word Choice Video Introduction
event sequences. Write a summary examining 1.4 (SMS) (RMS)
a. Engage and orient the reader by the central incident, 1.4 Slides (PMS)
establishing a context and point of view response, and reflection in a 1.4-1.6 Slides (RMS)
and introducing a narrator and/or personal narrative
characters; organize an event sequence
that unfolds naturally and logically.
7.4.2.2
Determine a theme or central idea of a text
and analyze its development over the
course of the text; provide an objective
summary of the text.

7.11.1.1 Demonstrate command of the conventions Understand how to form Language Checkpoint 1.4
of standard English grammar and usage possessive nouns correctly
when writing or speaking. using apostrophes. Using Possessive Nouns
1.4 Language Checkpoint
7.11.2.2
Demonstrate command of the conventions Revise writing to check for Slides
of standard English capitalization, correct use of possessive
punctuation, and spelling when writing. nouns.

7.7.5.5 With some guidance and support from

peers and adults, develop and strengthen
writing as needed by planning, revising,
editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach,
focusing on how well purpose and

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audience have been addressed.

7.5.1.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to .Analyze a personal narrative Activity 1.5: 1.5 Extension: Inside Out
support analysis of what the text says for multiple incidents and Characterization (PMS)
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from responses. Analyzing Language
the text. 1.5 (SMS) 1.5 Bad Boy Figurative
Analyze how the language of 1.5 Slides (PMS) Language + characterization
7.5.3.3 Analyze the interactions between a personal narrative shapes (PMS)
individuals, events, and ideas in a text the development of
(e.g., how ideas influence individuals or characters and events.
events, or how individuals influence ideas
or events). Write a personal narrative
that includes an incident,
7.7.3.3
a Write narratives and other creative texts to response, and reflection.
develop real or imagined experiences or
events using effective technique, relevant
descriptive details, and well-structured
event sequences.
a. Engage and orient the reader by
establishing a context and point of view
and introducing a narrator and/or
characters; organize an event sequence
that unfolds naturally and logically.

7.7.3.3 Write narratives and other creative texts to Analyze the elements of, and Activity 1.6: 1.6 Narrative Outline (SMS)
a develop real or imagined experiences or respond to, a writing prompt.

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events using effective technique, relevant Identify and apply roles within Timed Writing: Choosing a 1.6 Narrative Planning (PMS)
descriptive details, and well-structured a writing group while sharing Topic and Drafting a Writing Groups (PMS)
event sequences. and responding to draft texts. Personal Narrative
a. Engage and orient the reader by 1.6 Slides (PMS) Rules for Punctuating Dialogue-
Use transitions to create
establishing a context and point of view internal and external Notebook (RMS)
and introducing a narrator and/or coherence in a written text.
characters; organize an event sequence
that unfolds naturally and logically.
7.9.1.1
Engage effectively in a range of
collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in
groups, and teacher led) with diverse
partners on grade 7 topics, texts, and
issues, building on
others’ ideas and expressing their own
clearly.

7.5.5.5 Analyze the structure an author uses to Examine the effectiveness of Activity 1.7: 1.7 Revising the Beginning
organize a text, including how the major narrative openings. w/Toy Story Type of Lead
sections contribute to the whole and to the Once Upon a Time: Matching (PMS)
Revise opening paragraphs Revising the Beginning
development of the ideas.
to enhance effectiveness. 1.7 Slides (SMS)
7.7.5.5 1.7 Slides (PMS)
With some guidance and support from 1.7-1.8 Slides (RMS)
peers and adults, use a writing process to
develop and strengthen writing as needed
by planning, drafting, revising, editing,

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rewriting, or trying a new approach,
focusing on how well purpose and
audience have been addressed.

7.5.1.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to Identify effective use of Activity 1.8: 1.8 Looping (PMS)
support analysis of what the text says sensory and figurative
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from language. Can You Sense It? Revising Breathtaking Adjectives-
the Middle Notebook (RMS)
the text.
Revise a narrative draft by 1.8 Slides (SMS) Great Adverbs- Notebook (RMS)
adding descriptive language 1.8 Slides (PMS) Sensory Details- Notebook
7.7.3.3 Write narratives and other creative texts to (RMS)
d develop real or imagined experiences or
events using effective technique, relevant Additional Sensory Details
descriptive details, and well-structured Lesson (RMS)- see slides
event sequences.
d. Use precise words and phrases,
relevant descriptive details, figurative and
sensory language to capture the action and
convey experiences and events.

7.5.5.5 Analyze the structure an author uses to Analyze and evaluate Activity 1.9: Writing Group Role Cards (RMS)
organize a text, including how the major narrative endings.
sections contribute to the whole and to the Tie It Together: Revising the
Apply an understanding of
development of the ideas. Ending
the purpose of the ending by
7.7.3.3 revising a narrative ending. 1.9 Slides (SMS)
a Write narratives and other creative texts to 1.9 Slides (PMS)
develop real or imagined experiences or 1.9 Slides (RMS)

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events using effective technique, relevant
descriptive details, and well-structured
event sequences.
e: Provide a conclusion that follows from
and reflects on the narrated experiences or
events
7.7.5.5
With some guidance and support from
peers and adults, use a writing process to
develop and strengthen writing as needed
by planning, drafting, revising, editing,
rewriting, or trying a new approach,
focusing on how well purpose and
audience have been addressed.

Embedded Assessment 1: Revising a Personal Narrative About Choice

7.7.3.3 Write narratives and other creative texts to develop real or imagined
a, b, d, e experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive
details, and well-structured event sequences.
a. Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of
view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event
sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.
b. Use literary and narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, rhythm,
rhyme, and description, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters.
d. Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, figurative
Summative:
Your assignment is to revise the personal narrative with
reflection that you drafted earlier in the unit. Use the revision
techniques you have learned in this unit to improve the
beginning, middle, and end of your narrative.
You will also write a text explaining the revisions you made to
improve your first draft and the effect of the
changes on the final piece

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and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and
events.
e. Provide a conclusion (when appropriate to the genre) that follows from
Scoring Rubric (link)
and reflects on the narrated experiences or events.
Personal Narrative about band example (SMS)
With some guidance and support from peers and adults, use a writing
process to develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, drafting, Revision Plan/Reflection (PMS)
revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well
purpose and audience have been addressed. Narrative Checklist (RMS)
7.7.5.5
Narrative Rubric IB/SB (RMS)
With some guidance and support from peers and adults, use a writing
process to develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, drafting,
revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well
purpose and audience have been addressed.

7.11.66 Acquire and use accurately grade Identify the knowledge and
appropriate general academic and domain skills needed to complete
specific words and phrases; gather Embedded Assessment 2
vocabulary knowledge when considering a
successfully, and reflect on
word or phrase important to
comprehension or expression. prior learning that supports
the knowledge and
skills needed.
Use accurate and appropriate
language to identify and
Activity 1.10:
Previewing Embedded
Assessment 2: Expanding
Narrative Writing
1.10 Slides (SMS)
1.10 Slides (PMS)
1.10-1.14 Slides (RMS)
Myth and Folktale picture book
ideas (SMS)
Myth and Folktale picture book
worksheet (SMS)
1.10 Vocab Word Sort (PMS)
Plot Diagram Review
Concentric Circles in 1.10 (SMS)

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analyze narrative elements
and the purpose of myths

Cite several pieces of textual evidence to Identify the key plot elements Activity 1.11: Phaethon One-Pager (RMS)
7.4.1.1 support analysis of what the text says of conflict and climax in a Character Traits- Notebook
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from myth. Poor Choices: “Phaethon” (RMS)
the text.

Analyze how particular elements of a story • Analyze in writing how 1.11 (SMS)
7.4.3.3 or drama interact (e.g., how setting character is developed 1.11 (PMS)
shapes the characters or plot). through words and actions
and how character
contributes to the overall
theme.

7.4.1.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to Compare and contrast Activity 1.12 1.12 Arachne Diffusing (PMS)
support analysis of what the text says character traits that lead to
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from self-destruction A Matter of Pride
the text.
in a myth.
7.4.3.3 Analyze how particular elements of a story 1.12 (SMS)
or drama interact (e.g., how setting shapes Analyze the relationship 1.12 and 1.13 (PMS)
the characters or plot). between character and plot
and between conflict and
resolution

7.4.4.4 Determine the meaning of words and Analyze and apply symbols Activity 1.13: Student Slideshow about
phrases as they are used in a text, used in mythology. symbols and gods (SMS)
including

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figurative and connotative meanings; Conduct a short research Symbolic Thinking 1.13 Wanted Poster (PMS)
analyze the impact of rhymes and other project to answer a question
repetitions of sounds (e.g., alliteration) on a about Greek and Roman 1.13 (SMS) 1.13 Gods Matching Activity
specific verse or stanza of a poem or gods and goddesses. (RMS)
1.12 and 1.13 (PMS)
section of a story or drama.

7.7.7.7 Conduct short research projects to answer

a question, drawing on several sources
and generating additional related, focused
questions for further research and
investigation.

7.4.1.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to Analyze the symbolic use of Activity 1.14: Animal Gallery Walk in 1.14 SMS
support analysis of what the text says animals in a fable.
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from Animals as Symbols Animal/Colors Gallery Walk
the text. Apply the use of symbolism (RMS)- see slides
in an original way. 1.14 (SMS) Symbolism Gallery Walk (RMS)
7.4.4.4 Determine the meaning of words and 1.14 (PMS)
phrases as they are used in a text,
including
figurative and connotative meanings;
analyze the impact of rhymes and other
repetitions of sounds (e.g., alliteration) on a
specific verse or stanza of a poem or
section of a story or drama.

7.4.1.1 Cite several pieces of textual evidence to Use ideas presented in an Activity 1.15: Creation Myth Word Sort (PMS)
support analysis of what the text says informational text to analyze 1.15 Creation Myths Around the
explicitly as well as inferences drawn from and compare creation myths. Creation Myths from Around Globe (PMS)
the text.

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7.5.2.2 the Globe
Determine two or more central ideas in a Create an original myth 1.15 + Myth Planning (PMS) 1.15 Myth Planning Template
text and analyze their development over explaining a phenomenon of (RMS)
the course of the text; provide an objective
nature. 1.15 Slides (SMS)
summary of the text.
7.7.5.5 1.15 Slides + Myth Planning
With some guidance and support from (RMS)
peers and adults, develop and strengthen
writing as needed by planning, revising,
editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach,
focusing on how well purpose and
audience have been ddressed.
Embedded Assessment 2: Creating an Illustrated Myth
7.7.3.3 Write narratives and other creative texts to develop real or imagined Summative:
a, b, d, experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive
details, and well-structured event sequences. Your assignment is to work with a partner to create an original
a. Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and point of myth that explains a belief, custom, or natural phenomenon
view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event through the actions of gods or heroes.
sequence that unfolds naturally and logically.
b. Use literary and narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, rhythm, Be sure that your myth teaches a lesson or a moral and
rhyme, and description, to develop experiences, events, and/or characters. includes illustrations that complement the myth as it unfolds.
d. Use precise words and phrases, relevant descriptive details, figurative
and sensory language to capture the action and convey experiences and Scoring Rubric (link)
events.
EA Daily Plan (SMS)
7.7.4.4 Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization
and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. Myth Planning and Checklist (PMS)
Hercules Film Companion (PMS)
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process to develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, drafting, Illustrated Myth Checklist (RMS)
revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well Illustrated Myth Rubric IB/SB (RMS)
purpose and audience have been addressed.

7.9.2.2 Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media
and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and
explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study

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