Unit Overview/Summary - FOCUS: 

The focus of this unit is on how texts are structured for specific purposes and to convey particular meanings. Students will analyze how authors develop arguments and specific claims through intentional selection of language, structure and content, which impact the meaning and tone of a text. In their own writing, students will develop topics with relevant information and examples, paying attention to how organization, style and tone match task, purpose and audience. 

Unit Duration:

30 days (25 instructional days and 5 re-teach/enrichment days) Elementary Model - 130 minutes to 180 minutes per day; Middle School Model - five periods per week based on a traditional bell schedule