Mad Libs

Objectives:

• Students will be able to demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
• Students will be able to engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 8 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

I Cans:

• I can demonstrate proper usage of the eight parts of speech in writing and speaking.
• I can participate in one-on-one discussions.
• I can participate in group discussions.
• I can participate in teacher-led discussions.
• I can follow rules for discussions.
• I can ask questions that connect the ideas of my group members.
• I can respond to questions posed by my group members.

Task List:

• We will complete a Mad Lib together as a class.
• Students will work in partner groups to complete a set of Mad Libs. 
• Each group will choose one Mad Lib to share with the class.