Put it to the test. With the cumulative resource, pupils complete the End of Unit 3 Assessment. Using everything they've learned in the unit, they write a draft of an opinion speech about how to prioritize aid after a natural disaster. 

Concepts

end punctuation, punctuation, opinion writing, writing speeches, rough drafts, introductory paragraphs, concluding paragraphs, linking words, body paragraphs

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Instructional Ideas

• Have individuals write sentences with missing punctuation and exchange them with partners to make corrections 

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson 11 from the consecutive 16-part Grade 5 ELA Module 4, Unit 3 series
• In advance, gather several anchor charts from previous lessons for display

Pros

• Provides opportunities for differentiated instruction 
• Includes an assessment rubric 

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.5.1.a W.5.1.b W.5.1.c W.5.1.d W.5.4 L.5.2.a L.5.2.b L.5.2.c L.5.2.d