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The chart below provides a legend for the Common Core State Standards
abbreviations used in the Lesson Plans. For the full text of the standards, refer
to Appendix A in the Teacher’s Edition.
Abbreviation Skill Strand or Subject Area

RL Reading standards for literature
RI Reading standards for informational text
W Writing standards
SL Speaking and listening standards
L Language standards
RH Reading standards for literacy in history/social studies
RST Reading standards for literacy in science and
technical subjects
WHST Writing standards for literacy in history/social studies
science, and technical subjects

UNIT
1
Common Core State Standards: RI.8.7, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d,
Lesson 1 SL.8.2, SL.8.6, RST.6-8.7
• Refer to pages 2–3 of the Student Edition as you read the Big Question aloud. Discuss with
students the meaning of the word change, and ask for examples of changes they have
experienced in their own lives. Have students respond to the Big Question. If helpful, have
students use the Reader+.
• Use the information on page 3 to generate students’ interest in the unit theme and content.
• Build students’ background information on the unit theme by playing the video for Unit 1.
• Review the Media Literacy & Projects and Further Reading on page 11. Encourage students
to start thinking about which project and book they are most interested in.
• Ask students to complete the Quick Write at the bottom of page 3.
• Make copies of the Letter Home for Unit 1.
Homework
Ask students to take the Letter Home to their parents, explain it to them, and then have their
parents sign it to be returned the following day.
Lesson 2 Common Core State Standards: RL.8.3, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d

• Use Daily Language Practice for Unit 1, Reading 1, Lesson 1.
• Refer students to page 4. Review the information in What You Will Learn, and answer any
questions students may have.
• Have students write a paragraph summarizing their response to the Big Question. Tell
them to include what they already know or believe about laws and rules before their
discussion.
• Ask students to work with a partner to respond to the Big Question on page 4.
• Introduce, read, and discuss the Build Background text.
• Have students do pages 1–2 in the Reader’s Companion.
Homework
Ask students to edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of the paragraph they wrote in
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Unit 1 • Reading 1 Lesson Plans 3

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.3, RL.8.4, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c,
Lesson 3 SL.8.1.d, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 5 of the Student Edition. Ask students to give examples of
the Key Words in sentences of their own.
• Put students into pairs to complete the Practice on page 5. If helpful, have students use
the Reader+.
• Ask students to complete the Key Words activity on page 1 of the Workbook.
• Draw students’ attention to page 6 of the Student Edition. Teach the Vocabulary.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practice on page 6. If helpful, have
• Teach the Word Study on page 7. Have volunteers use each of the words in a sentence.
• Have students complete the Practice. If helpful, have students use the audio/e-book.
• Have students complete the Word Study activity on page 3 of the Workbook.
Homework
Have students complete the Academic Words activity on page 2 of the Workbook.

Lesson 4 Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10, L.8.2.b

• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Preview” on page 7 of the Student Edition.
• Distribute Reading Summaries as appropriate.
• Have students read pages 8–9. If helpful, have them listen to the audio as they read along.
Call attention to the Reading Skill.
• Point out the Reading Skill box on page 8. Discuss the concept of conflict, answering
any questions that the students may have. Have students do pages 3–4 in the Reader’s
Companion.
• Have students respond to the Before You Go On questions on page 9.
• Ask students to read pages 10–11 of the Student Edition. Point out the Listening Skill on
page 10.
• Monitor comprehension by having students respond to the Before You Go On questions
on page 11.
Homework

Have students complete the Reading Strategy activity on page 4 of the Workbook.

4 Unit 1 • Reading 1 Lesson Plans

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.5, RL.8.7,
Lesson 5 RL.8.10, W.8.3, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.a, SL.8.2, SL.8.6
• Ask students to read Student Edition pages 12–13 to conclude the excerpt from “What’s
for Dinner?”
on page 13.
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on pages 14–15. If helpful, have
Homework
Have students review the Reading and complete the Comprehension activity on page 5 of
the Workbook. Also encourage students to review for the Unit 1 Reading 1 test.

Lesson 6 Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, W.8.3

• Have students work with a partner to respond to the Discussion questions on Student
Edition page 15. Point out the Listening Skill.
• Have students do pages 4–5 in the Reader’s Companion.
• Read through the Extension activity on page 15, and have students work with a partner
to make a menu and then share their ideas with the class. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Give students the Unit 1 Reading 1 Test.
Homework
Have students complete the Response to Literature activity on Workbook page 5.
Lesson 7
Common Core State Standards: SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.6, L.8.1
• Use the Grammar lesson on pages 16–17 of the Student Edition to discuss sequence words
and phrases. Go over the examples.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practice. If helpful, have students use
the Reader+.
• Discuss appositives. Go over the examples.

• Have students work in pairs to complete the Practice. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Review the excerpt from “What’s for Dinner?” by playing the audio and having students
listen and read along.
Homework
Have students complete the Grammar activity on pages 6–7 of the Workbook.


Common Core State Standards: W.8.2, W.8.2.a, W.8.2.b, W.8.4,
Lesson 8
W.8.5, W.8.10, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Present the introduction to “Describe an Event or Experience” on Student Edition page 18.
Project Writing Model Worksheet 21 to show the paragraph, and ask a volunteer to read
it aloud.
• Have students complete the Writing activity on page 8 of the Workbook. Explain how the
graphic organizer relates to the writing model. Use Graphic Organizer Worksheet 7 to help
explain how students can fill in their own graphic organizer.
• Have students complete the Practice on Student Edition page 18.
• Go over the What You Will Learn information on page 20 of the Prepare to Read section.
• Have students respond to the Big Question, completing their chart and then sharing ideas
in small groups.
Homework
Ask students to edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of the paragraph they wrote in class.

Common Core State Standards: RI.8.3, RI.8.5, L.8.1, L.8.4.a,
Lesson 9
L.8.4.c, L.8.4.d, L.8.6
• Review student responses to the Big Question on page 20 of the Student Edition. Have
students recap the results of their discussion.
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 21 of the Student Edition.
• Have students complete the sentences in the Practice on page 21 and then work with
a partner to take turns reading the sentences aloud. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Have students complete the Key Words activity on page 9 of the Workbook.
• Teach the Vocabulary on Student Edition page 22.
the Reader+.
• Ask students to complete the Academic Words activity on page 10 of the Workbook.
• Teach the Word Study on Student Edition page 23.

the Reader+.
Homework
Have students complete the Word Study activity on page 11 of the Workbook.


Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.3, RI.8.5, RI.8.7,
Lesson 10
RI.8.10, RST.6-8.1, RST.6-8.4, RST.6-8.7, RST.6-8.10
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Recognize Sequence” on page 23 of the Student Edition.
• Have students read page 11 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Ask students to read Student Edition pages 24–25. If helpful, have students listen to the
audio and read along.
• Ask students to complete pages 12–13 of the Reader’s Companion.
Homework
Have students practice the Reading Strategy “Recognize Sequence” by completing page 12
of the Workbook.

Lesson 11 RST.6-8.1, RST.6-8.4, RST.6-8.7, RST.6-8.10
• Ask students to read pages 26–27 of “Early Inventions.”
• Have students answer the Before You Go On questions on page 27.
• Have students turn to the Practice section on Student Edition page 28. Have them respond
to the Comprehension questions on page 28. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Assign pages 20–21 of the Reader’s Companion.

Lesson 12
W.8.7, W.8.8, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6
• Have students complete their timelines and summaries for the In Your Own Words activity
on Student Edition page 28. Ask students to present their work to the class.
• Have students work with a partner to respond to the Discussion questions on page 29.
Call attention to the Listening Skill.
• Put students into pairs to complete the Read for Fluency task on page 29 of the Student
Edition. Provide pronunciation help as needed.
• Have students complete pages 23–24 of the Reader’s Companion.
Homework
Have students complete the Comprehension activity on page 13 of the Workbook. Also
encourage students to review for the Reading Test.

Lesson 13 Common Core State Standards: SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.6, L.8.1
• Assign the Extension activities on page 29 of the Student Edition and page 13 of the
Workbook. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Use the Grammar lessons on pages 30–31 of the Student Edition to discuss the simple past
of regular and irregular verbs. Point out the Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practices on pages 30–31. Assign the
Grammar activities on pages 14–15 of the Workbook. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to write five original sentences using regular and irregular verbs in the simple
past.

Lesson 14
W.8.5, W.8.10, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Present the introduction to “Describe an Object” on Student Edition page 32. Project
Writing Model Worksheet 22 to show the paragraph, and ask a volunteer to read it aloud.
graphic organizer relates to the writing model. Use Graphic Organizer Worksheet 3 or 9 to
help explain how students can fill in their own graphic organizer.
• Remind students to refer to the given model as they write their paragraph. If helpful, have
• Focus students’ attention on the What You Will Learn information on page 34 of the
Prepare to Read section.
• Have students discuss the Big Question.
Homework
Have students edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of the paragraph they wrote in class.


Common Core State Standards: RL.8.4, L.8.2, L.8.3, L.8.4,
Lesson 15 L.8.4.a, L.8.5, L.8.5.a, L.8.6
Reader+.
• Ask students to complete the Literary Words activity on page 17 of the Workbook.
• Have students complete the Academic Words activity on page 18 of the Workbook.
• Teach the Word Study on Student Edition page 37. Ask volunteers to model how to use
each of the words in the chart in a sentence.
Homework

Lesson 16
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10, L.8.2
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Visualize” on page 37 of the Student Edition.
• Ask students to read pages 38–39.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 38. Discuss the concept of an author’s use of sensory
details to create imagery, answering any questions students may have.
• Have students read pages 40–41 and then respond to the Before You Go On questions on
page 41.
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10, SL.8.4,
Lesson 17
SL.8.6

• Assign pages 42–43 of the Student Edition.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 42. Discuss the concept of similes, answering any
• Refer students to the Practice section on pages 44–45. Point out the Learning Strategy
next to the Reader’s Theater on page 44. Have students act out the scene with a partner. If
helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on pages 44–45. If helpful, have
Homework
Have students complete the Comprehension activity on page 21 of the Workbook.


Lesson 18 SL.8.1.d, SL.8.6, L.8.1
• Point out the Listening Skill for the Discussion activity on Student Edition page 45. Have
students work in pairs or small groups to complete the activity.
• Have students write their paragraph for the Response to Literature activity. Then have
students share their paragraphs with a partner. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Read the explanation of comparative and superlative adjectives from the Grammar lesson
on pages 46–47.
• Have students complete the Practice on page 46. Assign the Grammar activity on page 22
of the Workbook. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Read the explanation of comparative adverbs from the Grammar lesson on page 47.
• Have students complete the Practice on page 47. Assign the Grammar activity on page 23
of the Workbook. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students complete the Response to Literature activity on Workbook page 26. Also
encourage them to review for the Reading Test.

Lesson 19 W.8.5, W.8.10, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Review the excerpt from “Milkweeds from Nevaeh” by playing the audio and having
students listen as they read along.
• Read the introduction to “Describe a Place” on Student Edition page 48. Project Writing
Model Worksheet 24 to introduce the model paragraph, and have a volunteer read it
aloud.
• Have students complete the Writing activity on page 24 of the Workbook. Show students
how the chart content connects to that of the writing model. Use Graphic Organizer
Worksheet 5 to help explain how students can fill in their own graphic organizer.
Homework


Lesson 20 W.8.5, W.8.10
• Read the introduction to “Describe a Place” on Student Edition page 48. Project Writing
Model Worksheet 24 to introduce the descriptive paragraph, and have a volunteer read it
aloud.
• Have students complete the Writing activity on page 25 of the Workbook. Use Graphic
Organizer Worksheet 4 to help explain how students can fill in their own graphic
organizer.
Homework
Tell students to review the unit and prepare for the Unit 1 Test.
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.2, RI.8.2, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.a,

Lesson 21 SL.8.1.b, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.6
• Present the Link the Readings section on page 64 of the Student Edition. Read the Critical
Thinking text, and have students complete the chart.
• Introduce the Discussion, and have students work with a partner to respond to the
questions.
• Give the Unit 1 Test.
Homework
Have students read the descriptions of the Media Literacy & Projects on Student Edition
page 65 and decide which of the three they are most interested in doing.
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.10, RI.8.10, W.8.7, W.8.8,

Lesson 22 SL.8.2, SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Have students work with a partner or in small groups to complete the Media Literacy &
Projects on Student Edition page 51. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students read and think about the Team Presentation activities on pages 52–53 of the
Student Edition.
Common Core State Standards: SL.8.1, SL.8.2, SL.8.3, SL.8.4,

Lesson 23 SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Have students work in small groups to do the Think About It task on page 52 of the
Student Edition.
• Ask students to complete the Gather and Organize Information assignment. If helpful,
have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to read the suggestions in Practice and Present on page 53 of the Student
Edition.
Unit 1 • Put It All Together Lesson Plans 11

Common Core State Standards: W.8.2, W.8.2.a, W.8.2.b, SL.8.4,
Lesson 24
SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Point out the Speaking and Listening Skills on Student Edition page 53.
• Have the class complete parts 3 and 4 of the Listening & Speaking Workshop.
• Present the Writing Workshop by reading and teaching the Prewrite section on page 54. If
• Project Graphic Organizer Worksheet 2, and discuss the graphic organizer with the class.
Homework
Have students complete the Prewrite section on Student Edition page 54 by choosing a
topic for their essay and preparing an appropriate graphic organizer.
Common Core State Standards: W.8.2, W.8.2.a, W.8.2.b,

Lesson 25
W.8.2.c, W.8.2.d, W.8.2.e, W.8.2.f, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.10
• Project Writing Model Worksheet 25, and encourage students to consult the
model as they write their essay.
• Ask students to complete parts 2 through 4 of the Writing Workshop on Student Edition
pages 55–56. Project Worksheet 51, Editing Marks, as students complete part 3.
Homework
Have students complete the Edit and Proofread activity on page 25 of the Workbook. Also
ask them to write the final draft of their essay.
Lesson 26
Common Core State Standards: RI.8.7, W.8.2, SL.8.2, RH.6-8.7
• Refer students to part 5, Publish, on page 58 of the Student Edition. Have students publish
their essay by sharing it with you and their classmates.
• Present and discuss the Test Preparation skills on page 59 of the Student Edition.
• Introduce, read, and discuss the Smithsonian lesson on pages 60–61. If helpful, have
Homework
Have students complete the Learning Log and the Smithsonian activities on pages 26 and
31–32 of the Workbook.
12 Unit 1 • Put It All Together Lesson Plans

UNIT
2
Lesson 1 SL.8.2, SL.8.6, RST.6-8.7
• Refer to pages 62–63 of the Student Edition as you read the Big Question aloud. Discuss
with students the meaning of the phrase facing challenges. Have students respond to the
Big Question. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Use the information on page 63 to generate students’ interest in the unit theme and
content.
• Review the Media Literacy & Projects and Further Reading on page 113. Encourage
students to start thinking about which project and book they are most interested in.
Homework

Lesson 2 L.8.2.b, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a, RH.6-8.7
• Focus students’ attention on the What You Will Learn list on page 64 of the Student
Edition.
• Review student responses to the Big Question on page 62. Ask students to recap the
results of their discussions. Have them work in pairs to respond to the Big Question on
page 62 and then share their responses with the class.
• Introduce, read, and discuss the Build Background text on page 64.
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 65.
• Have students complete the sentences in the Practice on page 65 and then work with a
partner to take turns reading the sentences aloud. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Teach the Academic Words on Student Edition page 66. Have students complete the
Practice in pairs. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.

Homework

Lesson 3 L.8.2.b, L.8.6, RH.6-8.3, RH.6-8.10
• Review student responses to the Big Question on page 62. Ask students to recap their
discussion.
• Teach the Word Study on page 67. Model how to use each of the words in the chart in a
sentence. Ask students to think of their own sentences with the new words.
• Have students complete the Practice. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Ask students to complete the Word Study activity on page 35 of the Workbook.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Recognize Cause and Effect” on page 67 of the Student
Edition.
• Ask students to go over page 25 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Have students read pages 68–69 of the Student Edition. Point out the Reading and
Listening Skills.
Homework

Lesson 4 RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.3, RH.6-8.10
• Assign pages 26–27 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Have students read pages 70–71 of the Student Edition. Point out the Reading Skill on
page 70.
• Have students read Student Edition pages 72–73.
on page 73.
Homework
Have students complete pages 30–31 of the Reader’s Companion.

Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, W.8.3,
Lesson 5 SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.6
• Ask students to complete the Reading Wrap-up on page 32 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on Student Edition page 74. If
• Have students complete the chart in the In Your Own Words activity on page 74 and
then work with a partner to take turns summarizing the article.
• Have students work with a partner or in small groups to complete the Discussion activity
on page 75. Call attention to the Listening Skill.
Homework

Common Core State Standards: W.8.3, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.6,
Lesson 6
L.8.1
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Read for Fluency activity on Student
Edition page 75. Provide pronunciation help as needed.
• Assign the Extension research on Student Edition page 75. Also have students complete
the Extension activity on page 37 of the Workbook. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Read the information about prepositions and using the present and past progressive from
the Grammar lessons on pages 76–77 of the Student Edition.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practice activities on pages 76–77.
If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students complete the Grammar activity on pages 38–39 of the Workbook. Also

Lesson 7 W.8.5, W.8.10
• Review the Reading on Student Edition pages 68–73 by playing the audio and asking
students to listen and read along.
• Read the introduction to “Write a Story with a Starter” on Student Edition page 78. Project
Writing Model Worksheet 26 to introduce the narrative paragraph, and have a volunteer
read it aloud.
organizer.
• Have students complete the writing activities on Student Edition page 78. If helpful, have
Homework
class.

Lesson 8 SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6, L.8.4.b
• Refer students to page 80 of the Student Edition. Review the information in What You Will
Learn, and answer any questions students may have.
• Have students rewrite the sentences in the Practice on page 81 and then work with a
partner to take turns reading their new sentences aloud. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Draw students’ attention to page 82 of the Student Edition. Teach the Academic Words.
Homework
Lesson 9 Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10

• Teach the Word Study on page 83 of the Student Edition, and have students complete the
Practice. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Identify Problems and Solutions” on page 83 of the
Student Edition.
• Ask students to read pages 84–85. If helpful, have them listen to the audio as they read
along. Call attention to the Reading Skill on page 84.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 85. Discuss the concept of a story’s characters,
answering any questions students may have.
Homework


Lesson 10 SL.8.6
• Ask students to read pages 86–87 of the Student Edition.
• Draw students’ attention to the Literary Check on page 85. Discuss the concept of a story
character’s point of view, answering any questions students may have.
• Draw students’ attention to the Reader’s Theater at the top of Student Edition page 88.
Point out the Speaking Skill. Have students work with a partner to complete the Reader’s
Theater by acting out the scene. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework

Lesson 11 SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on Student Edition pages 88–89.
• Call attention to the Listening Skill on Student Edition page 89. Have students work in
pairs or small groups to complete the Discussion activity.
• Read, explain, and assign the Respond to Literature activities on Student Edition page 89
and Workbook page 45. Put students into small groups to share their charts. If helpful,
Homework
Have students review the Reading, and encourage them to review for the Reading Test.
Common Core State Standards: SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.6, L.8.1,

Lesson 12 L.8.1.a
• Use the Grammar lesson on pages 90–91 of the Student Edition to discuss gerunds as
subjects and objects. Go over the examples.
• Have students work in pairs to complete the Practices. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+. Point out the Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
• Review “Five New Words at a Time” and “Quilt” by playing the audio and asking students
to listen and read along.
Homework
Have students complete the Grammar activity on pages 46–47 of the Workbook.

Lesson 13 W.8.5, W.8.10
• Present the introduction to “Rewrite a Familiar Story” on Student Edition page 92. Project
Writing Model Worksheet 27 to show the paragraph, and ask a volunteer to read it aloud.

• Have students complete the writing activities on Student Edition page 92. Encourage
students to model their paragraph on the one given on page 93. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
class.

Lesson 14 SL.8.1.d, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a, L.8.4.b
• Focus students’ attention on the What You Will Learn information on page 94 of the
Prepare to Read section of the Student Edition.
• Have students work with a partner to discuss the Big Question.
the Reader+.
Homework

• Teach the Word Study on page 97 of the Student Edition. Ask volunteers to model how to
use each of the words in the chart in a sentence.
• Have students complete the Practice on page 97. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Predict” on page 97.
along.
Homework

Lesson 16 Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10
• Have students read pages 100–101 of the Student Edition and then respond to the Before
You Go On questions on page 101.
• Ask students to continue by reading pages 102–103.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 102, and discuss the concept of external conflicts.
Answer any questions students may have.
• Draw students’ attention to the Literary Check on page 105. Discuss the concept of an
author’s influences, answering any questions students may have.
Homework

Lesson 17 SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6
• Call attention to the Practice section on Student Edition pages 106–107. Read through the
Dramatic Reading on page 106, and point out the Speaking Skill.
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on Student Edition page 106 and
page 53 of the Workbook. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Put students into pairs or small groups to respond to the Discussion questions on Student
Edition page 107. Point out the Listening Skill and the Learning Strategy.
• Have students work in pairs to complete the Response to Literature activity on page 107.
Give the pairs an opportunity to share their ending with the class. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
Assign the Response to Literature activity on page 53 of the Workbook. Also encourage
students to review for the Reading Test.
Lesson 18 Common Core State Standards: SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.6, L.8.1

• Read the explanation of simple past from the Grammar lesson on Student Edition
pages 108–109.
• Have students complete the Practices on pages 108–109 and then work in pairs to check
each other’s answers. If helpful, have students use the Reader+. Discuss the Grammar Skills
and Grammar Check.
• Review the interview and the story by playing the audio and asking students to listen and
read along.
Homework
Ask students to complete the Grammar activity on pages 54–55 of the Workbook.

Lesson 19 W.8.5, W.8.10, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
• Read the introduction to “Write a Personal Narrative” on page 110 of the Student Edition.
Project Writing Model Worksheet 28 to introduce the model letter, and have a volunteer
read it aloud.
organizer.

• Introduce the Discussion, and have students work in pairs or small groups to respond to
the questions.
Homework

Lesson 21 SL.8.2, SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Have students work in pairs or small groups to complete the Media Literacy & Projects on
page 113 of the Student Edition. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students read and think about the Personal Narrative activities on pages 114–115 of the
Student Edition.

• Draw students’ attention to the Listening & Speaking Workshop on Student Edition
pages 114–115.
• Have students work in small groups to do the Think About It task on page 114 of the
Student Edition.
Homework
Ask students to read the Practice and Present suggestions on page 115 of the Student
Edition.
Common Core State Standards: W.8.3, W.8.3.a, W.8.4, W.8.5,

Lesson 23 W.8.10, SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Point out the Speaking and Listening Skills on Student Edition page 115. Also note the
Strengthen Your Social Language information.
• Present the Writing Workshop by reading and teaching the Prewrite section on Student
Edition page 116. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Using the board explain how students can fill in their own graphic organizer.
Homework
Have students complete the Prewrite section on Student Edition page 116 by brainstorming
ideas for their story and preparing one or more appropriate graphic organizers to develop
their ideas.

Lesson 24 W.8.3.c, W.8.3.d, W.8.3.e, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.10
• Project Writing Model Worksheet 30, and encourage students to consult the model as they
write their story. Also refer them to the sample story on page 118 of the Student Edition.
Homework
ask them to write the final draft of their story.
Lesson 25 Common Core State Standards: RI.8.7, W.8.5, W.8.10, SL.8.6

• Refer students to part 5, Publish, on page 120 of the Student Edition. Have students
publish their story by sharing it with you and with their classmates.
• Take students through the Test Preparation on page 121 of the Student Edition. Assign
pages 59–62 in the Workbook as needed.
Homework
Have students complete the Learning Log on page 58 and the Smithsonian activities on
pages 63–64 of the Workbook.

UNIT
3
Lesson 1 SL.8.2, SL.8.6, RST.6-8.7
with students the meaning of the word relationships. Have students respond to the Big
Question. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
content.
Homework
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.4, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d,

Lesson 2 L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a, L.8.5, L.8.5.a
Edition.
results of their discussion. Have them work with a partner to respond to the Big Question
on page 125 and then share their responses with the class.
• Put students into small groups to complete the Practice. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Have students complete the Literary Words activity on page 65 of the Workbook.
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 127. Have students complete the Practice in pairs. If helpful,
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10, L.8.2.b,
Lesson 3 L.8.5.a
• Review student responses to the Big Question on Student Edition page 124. Ask students
to recap their discussion.
• Teach the Word Study on page 130.
the Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Recognize Cultural Context” on page 129.
Homework

Lesson 4 Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10, L.8.5.a
• Draw students’ attention to the Literary Check on page 135. Discuss the concept of irony,
• Point out the Literary Check on page 136, and discuss the concept of foreshadowing.
Answer any questions students may have.
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, W.8.3, SL.8.1,
Lesson 5
SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6

• Call students’ attention to the Practice section on Student Edition pages 138–139. Go over
the Reader’s Theater conversation on page 138, pointing out the Learning Strategy. Then
put students into pairs to act out the scene. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on page 138. If helpful, have
• Have students work with a partner or in small groups to complete the Discussion activity
on page 139. Call attention to the Learning Strategy.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Response to Literature activities on
Student Edition page 139 and Workbook page 69. Have them perform their dialogue for
the class. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students complete the Comprehension activity on Workbook page 69. Also encourage
them to review for the Reading Test.


Lesson 6
L.8.1.c
• Read the explanation of imperatives from the Grammar lesson on page 140 of the
Student Edition.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practice activities on pages 140–141.
If helpful, have students use the Reader+. Call attention to the Grammar Skills and
Grammar Check.
• Review the excerpt from Salsa Stories by playing the audio. Have students listen and
read along.
Homework
Ask students to complete the Grammar activity on pages 70–71 of the Workbook.

Lesson 7
W.8.5, W.8.10
• Read the introduction to “Write Instructions” on Student Edition page 142. Project Writing
Model Worksheet 31 to introduce the instructions, and have a volunteer read them aloud.
organizer.
Homework
Ask students to edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of the paragraph they wrote
in class.

Lesson 8
L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
• Introduce, read, and discuss the Build Background paragraph. Ask students to say what
they know about conflicts in the Middle East.

• Have students complete the sentences in the Practice on page 145 and then work with
a partner to take turns reading the sentences aloud. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
Homework
Unit 3 • Readings 1 and 2 Lesson Plans 25

Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.3, RI.8.7, RI.8.10, L.8.5.b,
Lesson 9
RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.6, RH.6-8.10
the Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Compare and Contrast” on page 147 of the
Student Edition.
• Have students go over page 37 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Ask students to read pages 148–149 of the Student Edition. If helpful, have them listen to
the audio as they read along.
Homework

Lesson 10
RI.8.10, RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.6, RH.6-8.10
• Have students read pages 150–151 of the Student Edition.
on page 151.
Homework
the Workbook.


Lesson 11
W.8.7, W.8.8, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Go over the In Your Own Words activity on Student Edition page 152. Have students
complete the task and then share their summaries in pairs.
• Divide the class into pairs or small groups to talk about the Discussion questions on
Student Edition page 153. Point out the Listening Skill and Learning Strategy.
Homework
Have students complete pages 47–48 of the Reader’s Companion. Also encourage them to
review for the Reading Test.

Lesson 12 L.8.1.d
• Assign the Extension task on Student Edition page 153. Also have students complete the
Extension activity on page 77 of the Workbook. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Use the Grammar lessons on pages 154–155 of the Student Edition to discuss complex
sentences. Go over the examples. Point out the Grammar Skill and Grammar Check.
• Review the Reading by playing the audio and having students listen and read along.
Homework
Have students complete the Grammar activities on pages 78–79 of the Workbook.

• Present the introduction to “Write a Critique” on Student Edition page 156. Project Writing
Model Worksheet 32 to show the paragraph, and ask a volunteer to read it aloud.
graphic organizer relates to the writing model. Use Graphic Organizer Worksheet 13 to
help explain how students can fill in their own graphic organizer.
• Encourage students to model their paragraph on the one given on page 157. If helpful,
• Have students work with a partner to discuss the Big Question.
• Introduce, read, and discuss the Build Background text. Ask students to name other
legends they know about.
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.3, RL.8.4, RL.8.5, RI.8.4,
Lesson 14 L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a, L.8.5.b
• Review student responses to the Big Question on Student Edition page 158. Have students
recap the results of their discussion.
the Reader+.
the Reader+.
• Teach the Word Study on Student Edition page 161. Ask volunteers to give a sentence with
each of the words in the chart. Discuss the Learning Strategy.
the Reader+.
Homework
Lesson 15
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10, L.8.5.b
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Identify with a Character” on page 161 of the
Student Edition.
• Have students read pages 162–163. If helpful, play the audio and ask students to listen as
they read along. Go over the Reading and Listening Skills.
• Ask students to read page 164.
• Have students answer the Before You Go On questions on page 165.
Homework
Have students practice the Reading Strategy “Identify with a Character” by completing

page 84 of the Workbook.

Lesson 16
RL.8.10, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6
• Focus on the Literary Check on page 166. Discuss the concept of motivation, and answer
any questions students may have.
• Assign pages 168–169 to conclude the excerpt from Blue Willow.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 169. Discuss the concept of legends being shared by
oral tradition, and answer any questions students may have.
• Direct students’ attention to the Practice section on pages 170–171. Then put students
into pairs to act out the scene in the Reader’s Theater. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to write out their response to the On Your Own question on Student Edition
page 169.

Lesson 17 W.8.2.c, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on Student Edition
pages 170–171. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Point out the Speaking Skill on page 170, then have students work with a partner or in
small groups to complete the Discussion activity.
• Read through the Response to Literature on Student Edition page 171. Have students
work with a partner to complete the task and then share their stories with the class. Go over
the Reading Skill. Assign the Response to Literature activity on Student Edition page 171. If
• Use the Grammar lesson on Student Edition pages 172–173 to discuss transitions and
adjectives. Read the examples aloud.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practices on pages 172–173. If helpful,
• Ask students to complete the Grammar activities on pages 86–87 of the Workbook.
Homework
Have students complete the Comprehension activity on page 85 of the Workbook. Also

Lesson 18
W.8.5, W.8.10
• Review the Reading by playing the audio and asking students to listen and read along.
• Present the introduction to “Write to Compare and Contrast” on Student Edition page 174.
it aloud.
• Remind them to refer to the given model as they write their paragraph. If helpful, have
Homework
in class.

the questions.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Fluency Check. If helpful, have
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.10, RI.8.10, W.8.2, SL.8.2,
Lesson 20 SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
Homework
Have students read and think about the How-To Demonstration activities on pages 178–179
of the Student Edition.

pages 178–179.
• Have students work in small groups to do the Think About It task on page 178.
Homework
Edition.
Common Core State Standards: W.8.2, SL.8.1, SL.8.2, SL.8.3,

Lesson 22
SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Point out the Listening and Speaking Skills on Student Edition page 179.
• Use Graphic Organizer Worksheet 4, 5, or 6 to help explain how a Venn diagram,
T-chart, or 3-column chart can be used to organize ideas for an expository essay.
• Discuss the Strengthen Your Social Language tips on Student Edition page 179.
Homework
topic for their essay and preparing an appropriate graphic organizer.

Lesson 23
W.8.2.c, W.8.2.d, W.8.2.e, W.8.2.f, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.10
• Project Writing Model Worksheet 35, and encourage students to consult the model as
they write their essay. Also refer them to the sample essay on pages 181–183 of the
Student Edition.
• Ask students to complete parts 2 through 4 of the Writing Workshop on pages 181–183.
Project Worksheet 51, Editing Marks, as students complete part 3.
Homework
Lesson 24
Common Core State Standards: RI.8.2, RI.8.7, SL.8.2
publish their essay by sharing it with you and with their classmates.
• Take students through the Test Preparation on Student Edition page 185.
Homework
pages 90 and 95–96 of the Workbook.

UNIT
4
Lesson 1
SL.8.2, SL.8.6, RST.6-8.7
with students the different meanings of the word home and the different contexts in which
we use it. Have students respond to the Big Question. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
content.
Homework

Lesson 2
L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
Edition.
results of their discussion. Discuss the Learning Strategy.
• Have students complete the sentences in the Practice and then work in pairs to take turns
reading the sentences aloud. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 192 of the Student Edition. Have students complete the
Practice with a partner. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.

Homework


Lesson 3 L.8.2.b, RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10
• Teach the Word Study on page 193. Ask volunteers to make up a sentence with each of the
words in the chart.
the Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Use Visuals” on page 193 of the Student Edition.
Homework

Lesson 4 RI.8.10, RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10
• Ask students to cover pages 52–53 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Call students’ attention to the Review and Practice section on Student Edition
pages 198–199. Have students answer the Comprehension questions on page 198. If
Homework
Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, W.8.7, W.8.8, SL.8.1,

Lesson 5 SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d

• Refer students to Student Edition page 198. Ask them to complete the chart in the In Your
Own Words activity and then share their summaries in pairs.
• Have students work in pairs or small groups to talk about the Discussion questions on
page 199, drawing attention to the Listening Skill.
• Put students into pairs to complete the Read for Fluency task. Call out the Listening Skill
and Learning Strategy.
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, W.8.7, W.8.8, SL.8.1,
Lesson 6
SL.8.1.c, SL.8.6, L.8.1
• Assign the Extension task on Student Edition page 199. Then have students complete the
Extension activity on page 101 of the Workbook.
• Read the explanation of adjective clauses from the Grammar lesson on page 200 of the
Student Edition. Discuss the Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
• Have students complete the Practice activities on pages 200–201. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to complete the Grammar activities on pages 102–103 of the Workbook.

Lesson 7
W.8.5, W.8.10
• Read the introduction to “Write a Magazine Article” on Student Edition page 202. Project
Writing Model Worksheet 36, and have a volunteer read the paragraph aloud.
• Assign the Writing activity on page 104 of the Workbook. Use Graphic Organizer
• Have students complete the Practice on Student Edition page 203. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
in class.
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.4, RI.8.4, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c,

Lesson 8
SL.8.1.d, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 205. Call out the Learning Strategy.
• Have students work in small groups to complete the Practice on page 205. If helpful, have
Homework

Lesson 9
L.8.5.b
• Put students into pairs to complete the Practice. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Summarize” on page 207 of the Student Edition.
along. Discuss the Reading Skill.
Homework

Lesson 10
SL.8.4, SL.8.6
• Ask students to read Student Edition pages 210–211.
• Ask students to finish the excerpt from A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by reading Student Edition
pages 212–213.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 213, and discuss the concept of flashbacks. Answer
any questions students may have.
on page 213.
• Focus students’ attention on the Reader’s Theater activity on page 214. Point out the
Speaking Skill. Put students into pairs to complete the task. If helpful, have students use
the Reader+.
Homework

the Workbook.

Lesson 11
SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
Student Edition page 215. Point out the Listening Skill.
• Put students into groups of three. Read through the Response to Literature on page 215,
and answer any questions students may have. Assign the task. Have students share their
dialogue with the class. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students complete the Response to Literature activity on Workbook page 109.
Homework
Encourage students to review for the Reading Test.
Lesson 12
• Use the Grammar lessons on pages 216–217 of the Student Edition to discuss adjective
and adverb phrases. Go over the examples.
• Have students complete the Practices. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Discuss the Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
• Review the excerpt from A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by playing the audio and having students
Homework
Extend the Grammar practices by asking students to write five original sentences using
adjective and adverb phrases.

Lesson 13
W.8.5, W.8.10, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Present the introduction to “Write a Plot Summary” on Student Edition pages 218–219.
Project Writing Model Worksheet 37 to show the paragraph, and ask a volunteer to read it
aloud.
• Have students complete the Writing activity on page 112 of the Workbook. Explain how
the graphic organizer relates to the writing model. Use the board to demonstrate how
students can fill in their own graphic organizer.
• Encourage students to model their paragraph on the one given on Student Edition
page 219. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students work in pairs to discuss the Big Question.
Homework
in class.

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.4, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a,
Lesson 14
L.8.5.a, L.8.6
the Reader+.
Homework
Lesson 15
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.10, L.8.2.b
• Teach the Word Study on Student Edition page 223. Ask volunteers to use each of the
words in the chart in an original sentence.
students use the Reader+. Call out the Reading Skill.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Analyze Text Structure” on page 223.
• Have students read pages 224–225.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 225. Discuss the concept of a symbol in a poem,
Homework

Lesson 16 Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.5, RL.8.10
• Draw students’ attention to the Literary Check on page 226. Discuss the concept of the
speaker in a poem. Answer any questions that may arise.
• Ask students to look at the Practice section on pages 228–229. Read and discuss the
Reader’s Theater paragraph on page 228, pointing out the Learning Strategy. Put students
into pairs to examine the poem. Then ask them to memorize a section of the poem and
perform it for the class.
Homework
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.3, RL.8.5, W.8.4,

Lesson 17
SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6
• Put students into small groups to complete the Discussion activity on page 229. Draw
students’ attention to the Speaking Skill.
• Have students write a poem for the Response to Literature activity and then share their
work with the class. Assign the Response to Literature activity on Workbook page 117. If
Homework
Ask students to complete the Comprehension activity on Workbook page 117. Also

Lesson 18
• Read the explanation of adverbial clauses of time, purpose, reason, and contrast from the
Grammar lessons on Student Edition pages 230–231.
• Go over the Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
• Have students work in pairs to complete the Practices on pages 230–231. If helpful, have
• Review the Reading by playing the audio and asking students to listen and read along.
Homework
Common Core State Standards: W.8.2, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.9,

Lesson 19 W.8.9.a, W.8.10
• Read the introduction to “Write a Response to Literature” on page 232 of the Student
Edition. Project Writing Model Worksheet 38 to introduce the model paragraph, and have
a volunteer read it aloud.
Organizer Worksheet 2 or 16 to show students how to organize their own ideas.
• Encourage them to refer to the model paragraph as they write. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of their paragraphs.

• Introduce the Discussion, and have students work with a partner to respond to the
questions.
• Put students into pairs to complete the Fluency Check. If helpful, have students use the

Reader+.
Homework

Lesson 21 SL.8.2, SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Have students work with a partner or in small groups to complete the Media Literacy &
Projects on page 235 of the Student Edition. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students read and think about the TV News Show activities on pages 236–237 of the
Student Edition.

Lesson 22
SL.8.5, SL.8.6
pages 236–237.
• Ask students to begin the Gather and Organize Information assignment. If helpful, have
Homework
Ask students to finish the Gather and Organize Information assignment on page 236 of the
Student Edition.

Lesson 23
SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Present the Writing Workshop by reading and teaching the Prewrite section on page 238.
• Explain how outlines can be used to organize ideas for expository essays, using the board
or Graphic Organizer Worksheet 20 to demonstrate a sample outline.
Homework
topic for their essay and preparing a graphic organizer with their ideas.

Lesson 24
W.8.2.c, W.8.2.d, W.8.2.e, W.8.2.f, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.10
• Project Writing Model Worksheet 40, and encourage students to consult the model as they
write their essay.
Homework
Lesson 25
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RI.8.7, W.8.2, SL.8.2
publish their essay by sharing it with you and with their classmates.
• Take students through the Test Preparation on Student Edition page 243.
Homework

UNIT
5
Lesson 1 SL.8.2, SL.8.6, RST.6-8.7
with students the meaning of the phrase the human spirit. Have students respond to the
Big Question. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
content.
Homework

Lesson 2 L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a, L.8.5.b, L.8.6
Edition.
results of their discussion. Have them respond to the Big Question on page 248.
Homework


Lesson 3 RI.8.10, L.8.2, RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10
• Review student responses to the Big Question on page 248 of the Student Edition. Ask
students to recap their discussion.
• Teach the Word Study on page 251, and have students complete the Practice. If helpful,
• Use the Reader+ to provide students with additional in-class practice of the vocabulary
covered so far in the unit.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Identify Main Idea and Details” on page 251.
• Ask students to go over page 59 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Have students read pages 252–253 of the Student Edition. Go over the Listening Skill on
page 253.
Homework

Lesson 4 RI.8.10, L.8.2, RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10
• Have students complete page 60 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Ask students to read pages 254–255 of the Student Edition. Discuss the Reading Skill on
page 254.
• Assign page 61 of the Reader’s Companion.
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, W.8.7, W.8.8,

Lesson 5 SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Call students’ attention to the Practice section on Student Edition pages 258–259. Have
students respond to the Comprehension questions on Student Edition page 258 and
Workbook page 133. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the In Your Own Words activity on Student
Edition page 258.
• Have students work in pairs or small groups to complete the Discussion activity on
page 259. Call attention to the Speaking Skill.
Homework


Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, W.8.7, W.8.8,
Lesson 6 SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, L.8.1
Edition page 259.
• Assign the Extension activities on Student Edition page 259 and Workbook page 133. If
• Read the explanation of inseparable and separable phrasal verbs from the Grammar
lessons on pages 259–260 of the Student Edition.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practices on pages 259–260. If helpful,
have students use the Reader+. Point out the Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
Homework

Lesson 7
W.8.5, W.8.10
• Read the introduction to “Write a Letter to the Editor” on Student Edition page 262. Project
Writing Model Worksheet 41 to introduce the letter, and have a volunteer read it aloud.
organizer.
• Have students complete the Practice on Student Edition page 262. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of the letter to the editor they wrote
in class.

Lesson 8
SL.8.1.d
• Have students work with a partner to respond to the Big Question on page 264.
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 265. Call attention to the Learning Strategy.
• Have students work in pairs to read the story excerpt in the Practice on page 265 and
then respond to the questions that follow it. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Have students work in pairs to complete the Practice on page 266. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework


Lesson 9
L.8.2.b
• Put students into pairs to complete the Practice. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Read Aloud” on page 267.
along. Point out the Reading Skill.
Homework

Lesson 10
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.8.3, RL.8.10
• Point out the Literary Check on page 268, and discuss the concept of a drama. Answer any
on page 269.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 269, and discuss the concept of stage directions.
Answer any questions that may arise.
• Have students continue with the story by reading pages 270–271 and responding to the
Before You Go On questions on page 271.
• Ask students to read the story ending on pages 272–273.
Homework


Common Core State Standards: RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.8.3, W.8.3,
Lesson 11 SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4, SL.8.6
• Ask students to turn to the Practice section on Student Edition pages 276–277. Go over the
Reader’s Theater and the Speaking Skill on page 276. Then put students into pairs to act
out the scene. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on pages 276–277. If helpful,
• Divide the class into small groups to talk about the Discussion questions on
page 277. Point out the Listening Skill.
• Put students into pairs to complete the Response to Literature activity by writing a short
report about internment camps. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students complete the Comprehension activity on Workbook page 140. Also

Lesson 12
• Discuss the use of present and past perfect and factual and unreal conditionals from the
Grammar lessons on pages 278–279 of the Student Edition.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practices. If helpful, have students use
the Reader+.
• Review “Three Letters: A Play in One Act” by playing the audio and having students listen
and read along.
Homework
Have students complete the Response to Literature activity on Workbook page 141.

• Present the introduction to “Write a Persuasive Paragraph” on Student Edition page 280.
it aloud.
• Have students complete the Writing activity on page 144 of the Workbook. Demonstrate
how the graphic organizer relates to the writing model. Use Graphic Organizer
• Encourage students to model their paragraph on the one given on page 281. If helpful,
• Ask students to discuss the Big Question with a partner.
Homework
in class.

Lesson 14
SL.8.1.d, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
• Teach the Vocabulary on page 283 of the Student Edition. Discuss the Learning Strategy.
• Have students work with a partner to read the excerpt in the Practice on page 283 and
then answer the questions about it. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students complete the sentences in the Practice on page 284 and then work in
pairs to take turns reading the sentences with a partner. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
• Have students complete the Academic Words activity on page 146 of the Workbook.
• Teach the Word Study on Student Edition page 285. Ask volunteers to use each of the new
words in a sentence.
• Ask students to work with a partner to complete the Practice on page 285. If helpful, have

Homework

48 Unit 5 • Readings 2 and 3 Lesson Plans

Lesson 15 L.8.2.b
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Make Inferences” on page 286 of the Student Edition.
• Point out the Literary Check and Reading Skill on page 287. Discuss the concept of
dialogue, answering any questions students may have.
• Have students read pages 288–289 and then respond to the Before You Go On questions
on page 289.
Homework

Lesson 16
L.8.2.b
• Assign pages 292–293.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 293. Discuss the concept of theme, answering any
• Read and discuss the Dramatic Reading activity on page 294. Point out the Speaking Skill.
Then have students work in small groups to prepare their performance and act out their
chosen section for the class.
Homework
Have students review for the Reading Test.


Lesson 17
SL.8.1.c, SL.8.6, L.8.1

• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on Student Edition pages 294–295.
Also ask them to complete the Comprehension activity on page 149 of the Workbook. If
• Put students into small groups to complete the Discussion activity on page 295 of the
Student Edition. Point out the Reading and Listening Skills.
• Read the explanation of the differences between quoted and reported speech and present
perfect progressive from the Grammar lessons on pages 296–297. Call attention to the
Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
• Have students complete the sentences in the Practices and then work in pairs to compare
answers and read the sentences aloud. Then ask them to complete the Grammar activities
on pages 150–151 of the Workbook. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Assign students the Response to Literature activities on Student Edition page 295 and
Workbook page 149. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.


Lesson 18 W.8.5, W.8.10
• Read the introduction to “Write a Review” on page 298 of the Student Edition. Project
Writing Model Worksheet 43 to introduce the paragraph, and have a volunteer read
it aloud.
organizer.
• Encourage them to refer to the model paragraph as they write. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of their paragraph.

• Introduce the Discussion, and have students work in small groups to respond to the
questions.
Homework

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.10, RI.8.10, W.8.1, SL.8.2,
Lesson 20 SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
Homework
Have students read and think about the Radio Commercial activities on pages 302–303 of
the Student Edition.

pages 302–303.
Homework
Edition.

Lesson 22 SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Point out the Speaking and Listening Skills, as well as the Strengthen Your Social Language
activity on Student Edition page 303.
• Present the Writing Workshop by reading and teaching the Prewrite section on page 304.
• Use Graphic Organizer Worksheet 4 to help explain how students can fill in their own
graphic organizer.
Homework
Have students complete part 2, Draft, on page 305 of the Student Edition.

Common Core State Standards: W.8.1, W.8.1.a, W.8.1.b, W.8.1.c,
Lesson 23 W.8.1.d, W.8.1.e, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.10
they write their speech. Also refer them to the sample speech on page 308 of the Student
Edition.
• Ask students to complete parts 3 and 4 of the Writing Workshop on Student Edition
Homework
ask them to write the final draft of their speech.
Lesson 24
Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.7, W.8.1, SL.8.2
publish their speech by sharing it with you and with their classmates.
• Take the students through the Test Preparation on Student Edition page 309.
• Have students complete pages 155–158 of the Workbook.
Homework

UNIT
6
Lesson 1
SL.8.2, SL.8.6, RST.6-8.7
• Refer to page 312 of the Student Edition as you read the Big Question aloud. Discuss with
students the meaning of the phrase the sky and the different contexts in which we use
the phrase. Have students respond to the Big Question. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
content. Discuss the Learning Strategy.
Homework

Lesson 2
SL.8.1.d, L.8.2.b, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
• Review student responses to the Big Question on page 314 of the Student Edition. Have
students recap the results of their discussion.
Reader+.
• Teach the Vocabulary on Student Edition page 316.
• Have students complete the sentences in the Practice and then work with a partner to take
turns reading the sentences aloud. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Teach the Word Study on Student Edition page 163. Ask volunteers to make up sentences
with the examples in the chart.

Homework


• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Read for Enjoyment” on page 317 of the Student Edition.
• Have students read pages 318–319. If helpful, play the audio and ask students to listen as
they read along.
• Ask students to read pages 320–321 and then respond to the Before You Go On questions
on page 321.
Homework
Have students practice the Reading Strategy “Read for Enjoyment” by completing page 164
of the Workbook.

• Point out the Literary Check on page 322. Discuss the concepts of myths, answering any
• Ask students to finish the story by reading pages 324–325.
• Point out the Literary Check on page 324. Discuss the concept of personification,
• Ask students to turn to the Practice section on pages 326–327. Present the Reader’s
Theater, calling attention to the Learning Strategy. Put students into pairs to act out the
scene. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Have students respond to the Comprehension questions on pages 326–327. If helpful,
Homework
Ask students to complete the Comprehension activity on Workbook page 165. Also

Lesson 5 SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, L.8.2, L.8.2a
• Put students into pairs or small groups to talk about the Discussion questions on page 327
of the Student Edition. Point out the Listening Skill.
• Read, discuss, and assign the Response to Literature activity on page 327. If helpful, have
• Have students complete the Response to Literature activity on page 327 of the Student Edition.
• Present the information in the Grammar lessons on pages 328–331 of the Student Edition.
• Put students into pairs to complete the Practices on pages 328–331. Call out the Grammar
Skills and Grammar Check. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
• Review “The Girl Who Married the Moon” by playing the audio and asking students to
Homework

Lesson 6
W.8.7, W.8.8, W.8.10
• Read the introduction to “Include Paraphrases and Citations” on Student Edition
page 332. Project Writing Model Worksheet 47 to introduce the paragraph with
quotations and citations, and ask a volunteer to read it aloud.
Organizer Worksheet 4 to help explain how students can fill out their own graphic
organizer.
Homework
in class.
Common Core State Standards: RL.8.4, RL.8.5, RI.8.4, SL.8.1,

Lesson 7
SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a
Edition.
results of their discussion. Have them work in pairs to complete the chart in the Big
Question and then share their ideas with the class.
Reader+. Point out the Learning Strategy.
Homework

Lesson 8
L.8.5, L.8.5.b
• Use the Daily Language Practice Worksheet for Unit 6, Reading 2, Lesson 2.
Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Analyze Text Structure and Elements of Poetry” on
page 337 of the Student Edition.
• Draw attention to the Literary Check on page 339. Discuss the concept of rhyming words
in poetry, and answer any questions that may arise.
Homework

Lesson 9
SL.8.4, SL.8.6, L.8.5
• Call students’ attention to the Practice section on pages 342–343. Read and discuss the
Dramatic Reading on page 342. Point out the Speaking Skill. Then put students into
groups of four to prepare and perform an oral recitation of “Stars.”
Homework
Ask students to complete the Comprehension activity on Workbook page 184.

Lesson 10
SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, L.8.2
• Have students work in pairs or small groups to complete the Discussion activity on
page 343 of the Student Edition. Call attention to the Listening Skill.
• Put students into pairs to complete the Response to Literature activity by writing a poem
about the night sky. Have students publish their poem by reading it aloud for the class. If
• Read the explanation of punctuation in prose and poetry from the Grammar lessons on
pages 344–347 of the Student Edition. Discuss the Grammar Skills and Grammar Check.
• Have students complete the Practices on Workbook pages 176–179 and then share their
work with a partner. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students complete the Grammar activities on pages 176–179 of the Workbook. Also

Lesson 11
W.8.7, W.8.8, W.8.10
• Review the Reading from Student Edition pages 338–341 by playing the audio and asking
students to listen as they read along.
• Read the introduction to “Write an Introductory Paragraph” on pages 348–349. Project
Writing Model Worksheet 46 to introduce the introductory paragraph, and have a
volunteer read it aloud.
organizer.
• Use the Daily Language Practice Worksheet for Unit 6, Reading 3, Lesson 1.
• Ask students to work in small groups to discuss the Big Question.
Homework
class.

Lesson 12
L.8.3, L.8.4, L.8.4.a, L.8.6
• Introduce, read, and discuss the Build Background paragraph.
• Draw students’ attention to page 352 of the Student Edition. Teach the Academic Words.
Homework

Lesson 13
RST.6-8.1, RST.6-8.4, RST.6-8.10
• Teach the Word Study on Student Edition page 353. Ask volunteers to make up a sentence
with each of the words in the chart.
Reader+.
• Introduce the Reading Strategy “Take Notes” on page 353.
• Ask students to read pages 354–355 of the Student Edition. If helpful, have them listen to
the audio as they read along.
• Monitor comprehension by asking students to respond to the Before You Go On questions
on page 355.
• Ask students to complete page 71 of the Reader’s Companion.
Homework

Lesson 14
RI.8.10, RST.6-8.1, RST.6-8.4, RST.6-8.10
• Refer students to the Practice section on Student Edition pages 358–359. Have students
respond to the Comprehension questions on page 358. If helpful, have students use the
Reader+.
Homework
Lesson 15
Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3

• Assign page 78 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Have students complete the Reading Wrap-up on page 78 of the Reader’s Companion.
• Have students complete the chart in the In Your Own Words activity on Student Edition
page 358 and then work in pairs to take turns summarizing the article.
Homework

Lesson 16 W.8.8, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.4
Student Edition page 359. Point out the Listening Skill and Learning Strategy.
• Read and discuss the Extension activity on Student Edition page 359. Have students work
with a partner to research a space robot. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework
Have students complete the Extension activity on Workbook page 185. Also encourage them
to review for the Reading Test.
Common Core State Standards: W.8.7, W.8.8, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c,

Lesson 17
SL.8.4, SL.8.6, L.8.2, L.8.2.a
• Use the Grammar lesson on pages 360–361 of the Student Edition. Go over the examples.
• Have students work with a partner to complete the Practice on pages 360–361. If helpful,
• Go over the Grammar lesson on pages 362–363. Include the Grammar Skills and
Grammar Check.
• Review the article on pages 354–357 by playing the audio and having students listen and
read along.
Homework

Lesson 18
W.8.5, W.8.7, W.8.8, W.8.10, SL.8.1, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d
• Present the introduction to “Include Quotations and Citations” on Student Edition page 364.
it aloud.
• Have students complete the Writing activity on Workbook page 190. Demonstrate how the
graphic organizer relates to the writing model. Use Graphic Organizer Worksheet 2 or
16 to help explain how students can fill in their own graphic organizer.
• Encourage students to model their paragraph on the one given. If helpful, have students
use the Reader+.
Homework
Ask students to edit, proofread, and prepare a final draft of the paragraph they wrote in class.

Common Core State Standards: RL.8.2, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, SL.8.1,
Lesson 19 SL.8.1.a, SL.8.1.b, SL.8.1.c, SL.8.1.d, SL.8.6
the questions.
• If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework

Lesson 20 SL.8.2, SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Have students complete the Media Literacy & Projects on page 367 of the Student Edition.
Homework
Have students read and think about the Oral Report activities on pages 366–367 of the
Student Edition.

pages 368–369.
Homework
Ask students to read and follow the suggestions in Practice and Present on page 369 of the
Student Edition.
Common Core State Standards: W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.7, W.8.8,

Lesson 22
W.8.10, SL.8.4, SL.8.5, SL.8.6
• Discuss the Strengthen Your Social Language activity.
• Explain how outlines can be used to organize ideas for oral reports, using the board or
Graphic Organizer Worksheet 20 to demonstrate a sample outline.
Homework
Have students complete part 2, Draft, on page 371 of the Student Edition.

Common Core State Standards: W.8.2, W.8.2.a, W.8.2.b, W.8.2.c,
Lesson 23
W.8.2.d, W.8.2.e, W.8.2.f, W.8.4, W.8.5, W.8.7, W.8.8, W.8.10
they write their reports. Also refer them to the sample report on pages 373–374 of the
Student Edition.
• Ask students to complete parts 3 and 4 of the Writing Workshop on pages 372–374.
Project Worksheet 51, Editing Marks, as students complete part 3.
Homework
Common Core State Standards: RI.8.1, RI.8.7, W.8.7, W.8.8,

Lesson 24
SL.8.6
publish their report by sharing it with you and with their classmates.
• Go over the Test Preparation on page 377 of the Student Edition. Have students complete
the corresponding pages 193–196 of the Workbook.
• Introduce, read, and discuss the Smithsonian American Art Museum lesson on
pages 378–379. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.
Homework

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Common Core State Standards: RL.8.10, RI.8.10, W.8.7, W.8.8,

Common Core State Standards: SL.8.1, SL.8.2, SL.8.3, SL.8.4,

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Practice in pairs. If helpful, have students use the Reader+.

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