• 9th - 12th Grade
Subject area
• English
Objectives
Students Will Be Able To:
• Identify the proper usage of homophones
• Apply knowledge of homophone usage to complete a in-class assignment
• Utilize today’s min-lesson to aid in future assignments.
Sunshine State Standards
• LAFS.K12.L.1.1: Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
• LAFS.K12.L.3.5: Demonstrate understanding of word relationships and nuances in word meanings.
• LAFS.K12.L.1.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
Materials
• Pre-made booklets, makers, and pencils
• Pictures from
Specific instructional strategy
• Homophones are words that are pronounced the same as another word but the spelling and meaning of the word differ. For example to, two and too, they are all pronounced the same …show more content…
8.L.3.5 Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings. Interpret figures of speech (e.g. verbal irony, puns) in context. Use the relationship between particular words to better understand each of the words. Distinguish among the connotations (associations) of words with similar denotations (definitions) (e.g., bullheaded, willful, firm, persistent, resolute)
• LAFS.8.RL.2.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone, including analogies or allusions to other texts.
• LAFS.8.L.2.3. Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
Materials
• Song from YouTube like Katy Perry “Hot N Cold”
Specific instructional