9/2
PBIS-Procedures
IREADY Diagnostic
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#5 Chapters 6-7
TLW read chapter 6 and discuss the interaction with Tony D.
TLW describe what the incident reveals about both Kevin and Max on their character analysis chart
TLW read chapter 7 and discuss what their experience and actions at the fireworks show about their relationship.
TLW discuss why Kevin’s response on page 39-40 to the cops is significant and explain what “Freak the Mighty” symbolizes in the text.
TLW write about how Max and Freak’s differences have enabled them to support each other.
9/3
PBIS-Procedures
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#6 Fullout-2 body paragraphs
TLW respond to the following prompts
How does Max view himself, and how do other characters in the text view Max? Why do they hold these views? Develop a 2 paragraph response to the questions. In your response, use evidence from the texts to support your response.
TTW model how to structure the paragraph by helping students decide what the focus of each of the paragraphs will be.
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How and why Max views himself the way he does.
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How and why do the other characters view Max the way they do.
TLW exchange papers to assist in the editing process and to provide feedback on grammar and conventions and help to identify opportunities to expand upon their thinking and provide more details.
9/4
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#1 Chapter 8
TLW read the chapter analyzing how perceptions of the characters are changing. IE. How Gram/Grim perceive Max and how Max perceives himself.
How are Max and Kevin changing in positive ways as a result of their friendship?
Identify figurative language and it’s purpose.
Identify revelations about the character traits and record them on the chart.
9/5
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#2 Chapter 9
TTW read the chapter having students focus on a possible theme for “power of storytelling”
TLW discuss what Kevin means when he says they are fitting him “for a bionic transplant”
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#3 “How Robots Can Help People With Disabilities Walk Again”
TLW watch video
TLW Discuss Kevin’s description of a bionic transplant and how it is similar/different from the robotic supports shown in the video.
TLW Answer the question, To what extent is Kevin’s idea of a bionic transplant believable?
TLW will answer, What is it that we know that Max does not?
TLW Write 2 full body paragraphs for the prompt: How does Max’s perception of Kevin’s story about the bionic transplant differ from the readers perception?