Review, Revise, Edit--Agenda, September 8

Written and Oral English Language Convention 1.4

1. Review Proofreading Symbols. (See overhead.)
2. Exchange "Why I Like Carson" essays and mark up according to checklist, and proofreading symbols. Work in groups. Highlight topic sentences, transitional phrases, thesis statements, specific details and attention grabbers.
3. Start final draft of essay.
4. Collect curriculum letter.
   
   Homework: Finish final draft of essay, parents read and sign curriculum letter, and bring in photograph of yourself.