Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Homework for 1-B, 3-B, and 4-B
Read Chapter 14 and complete the guided reading questions assigned for this chapter.
Homework for 2-A, 3-A, and 4-A assigned on 12/13 and due on 12/15
Read Chapter 15 and complete guided reading questions as well as the significant influence graphic organizer assigned for this chapter.
Friday, December 9, 2011
HOMEWORK FOR 2-A, 3-A, AND 4-A ASSIGNED ON 12/9 AND DUE ON 12/13
Students will complete guided reading questions and influence charts for Chapters 12 and 13 in Harper Lee's novel, To Kill a Mockingbird.
Homework for 4-b Assigned on 12/8 and due on 12/12
Students will notes for Chapters 10 and 11 in the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. Required elements include
Plot sequencing (4 significant events that occur in the chapter)
Rising Action (1-2 conflicts Identify type of conflict and explain it using the word, "struggle" and a specific example noting when this struggle occurs in the text.)
Characterization notes for characters featured in the chapter (Inferences and text support)
Significant Influences (Which characters influence one another in this chapter. What is the nature of the influence? See specific questions in your RWNB.
Wonderings--Questions/ideas you want to discuss with the class.
All groups will be filmed for their independent book projects on Monday at 1:30 in the library. If you need to bring a prop, put it in your backpack now!
Plot sequencing (4 significant events that occur in the chapter)
Rising Action (1-2 conflicts Identify type of conflict and explain it using the word, "struggle" and a specific example noting when this struggle occurs in the text.)
Characterization notes for characters featured in the chapter (Inferences and text support)
Significant Influences (Which characters influence one another in this chapter. What is the nature of the influence? See specific questions in your RWNB.
Wonderings--Questions/ideas you want to discuss with the class.
All groups will be filmed for their independent book projects on Monday at 1:30 in the library. If you need to bring a prop, put it in your backpack now!
HOMEWORK FOR 1-B AND 3-B ASSIGNED ON 12/8/2011 AND DUE ON 10/12/2011
Students will complete guided reading questions and influence chart for Chapters 10 and 11 in the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird.
Today, the teacher conferenced with every student who was present to review progress report grades and develop an action plan for improvement. Homework is critical to successful completion of ninth grade English. All students MUST read the novel to receive a passing grade this quarter. Evidence of reading is reflected in your notes and/or your responses to the guided reading questions and influence charts.
ALL STUDENTS WHO NEED TO MAKE UP ASSIGNMENTS OR IMPROVE SCORES ON ASSESSMENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REMAIN FOR AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING ON THURSDAYS.
Today, the teacher conferenced with every student who was present to review progress report grades and develop an action plan for improvement. Homework is critical to successful completion of ninth grade English. All students MUST read the novel to receive a passing grade this quarter. Evidence of reading is reflected in your notes and/or your responses to the guided reading questions and influence charts.
ALL STUDENTS WHO NEED TO MAKE UP ASSIGNMENTS OR IMPROVE SCORES ON ASSESSMENTS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REMAIN FOR AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING ON THURSDAYS.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a/Assigned on 12/1 and due on 12/5
Complete Toon-Doo Significant Moment cartoon strips w/explanations for Chapters 8 and 9. You may e-mail me your work (suzan.falls@pgcps.org) or you may print your work and bring it to class on Tuesday.
Catch up on your reading. Everyone should have read Chapters 1-9. Chapter notes for Part 1 of this novel have been collected are being assessed.
Reading quiz grades are low. Check School Max. If you would like to improve your assessment scores, you can stay for extra help on Thursday and complete an alternate assignment to improve each of your reading quiz scores.
Catch up on your reading. Everyone should have read Chapters 1-9. Chapter notes for Part 1 of this novel have been collected are being assessed.
Reading quiz grades are low. Check School Max. If you would like to improve your assessment scores, you can stay for extra help on Thursday and complete an alternate assignment to improve each of your reading quiz scores.
Homework for 1-b, 3-b, and 4-b Assigned on 12/2 and due on 12/6
Complete Toon-Doo Significant Moment cartoon strip w/explanation for Chapters 8 and 9You may e-mail me your work (suzan.falls@pgcps.org) or you may print your work and bring it to class on Tuesday.
Catch up on your reading. Everyone should have read Chapters 1-9. Chapter notes for Part 1 of this novel have been collected are being assessed.Complete Toon-Doo Significant Moment cartoon strips w/explanations for Chapters 8 and 9. You may e-mail me your work (suzan.falls@pgcps.org) or you may print your work and bring it to class on Tuesday.
Catch up on your reading. Everyone should have read Chapters 1-9. Chapter notes for Part 1 of this novel have been collected are being assessed.
Reading quiz grades are low. Check School Max. If you would like to improve your assessment scores, you can stay for extra help on Thursday and complete an alternate assignment to improve each of your reading quiz scores.
My students in 4-b should be finishing their independent reading novels and completing their Lit Circle Assignments. Lit circles will meet for a final discussion and will begin planning how they will tape their (filmed) commerical for the book. A quiz on each of the books will be taken in class prior to viewing the commercial spots.
Catch up on your reading. Everyone should have read Chapters 1-9. Chapter notes for Part 1 of this novel have been collected are being assessed.Complete Toon-Doo Significant Moment cartoon strips w/explanations for Chapters 8 and 9. You may e-mail me your work (suzan.falls@pgcps.org) or you may print your work and bring it to class on Tuesday.
Catch up on your reading. Everyone should have read Chapters 1-9. Chapter notes for Part 1 of this novel have been collected are being assessed.
Reading quiz grades are low. Check School Max. If you would like to improve your assessment scores, you can stay for extra help on Thursday and complete an alternate assignment to improve each of your reading quiz scores.
My students in 4-b should be finishing their independent reading novels and completing their Lit Circle Assignments. Lit circles will meet for a final discussion and will begin planning how they will tape their (filmed) commerical for the book. A quiz on each of the books will be taken in class prior to viewing the commercial spots.
Monday, November 28, 2011
HOMEWORK FOR 1-B, 3-B, AND 4-B ASSIGNED ON 11/28 AND DUE ON 11/30
Complete the characterization chart we started in class today. Use specific details and examples from Chapters 1-7 to support each of your inferences.
Read Chapters 6 and 7 and prepare required notes for these two chapters. Chapter notes for Chapters 1-5 should be complete and filed in your RWNB. All notes will be collected prior to the release of progress report grades. Please catch up if you are behind in your reading.
REQUIRED NOTES FOR EACH CHAPTER INCLUDE:
Plot: 4 significant happenings
Rising Action: 1-2 significant conflicts
Setting Notes: Evidence of Jim Crow South/Evidence of the Great Depression
Characterization: Influence Notes (See questions listed in your notes)
Characterization Chart: What do I know about these characters? How do I know it? (Chapter notes should be specific to main characters and any new character introduced in the chapter.)
Reading Quiz on Wednesday: Chapters 6 and 7/Be prepared!
Read Chapters 6 and 7 and prepare required notes for these two chapters. Chapter notes for Chapters 1-5 should be complete and filed in your RWNB. All notes will be collected prior to the release of progress report grades. Please catch up if you are behind in your reading.
REQUIRED NOTES FOR EACH CHAPTER INCLUDE:
Plot: 4 significant happenings
Rising Action: 1-2 significant conflicts
Setting Notes: Evidence of Jim Crow South/Evidence of the Great Depression
Characterization: Influence Notes (See questions listed in your notes)
Characterization Chart: What do I know about these characters? How do I know it? (Chapter notes should be specific to main characters and any new character introduced in the chapter.)
Reading Quiz on Wednesday: Chapters 6 and 7/Be prepared!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Homework for Periods 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a assigned on 11/22 and due on 11/29
To Kill a Mockingbird Reading and Writing Assignments
Chapter 7 Please prepare notes for this chapter and chapters 1-6 if you are behind in your reading. (See required elements for note-taking in your RWNB.)
REQUIRED NOTES FOR EACH CHAPTER INCLUDE:
Plot: 4 significant happenings
Rising Action: 1-2 significant conflicts
Setting Notes: Evidence of Jim Crow South/Evidence of the Great Depression
Characterization: Influence Notes (See questions listed in your notes)
Characterization Chart: What do I know about these characters? How do I know it? (Chapter notes should be specific to main characters and any new character introduced in the chapter.)
Reading Quiz on Tuesday: Chapters 6 and 7
Chapter 7 Please prepare notes for this chapter and chapters 1-6 if you are behind in your reading. (See required elements for note-taking in your RWNB.)
REQUIRED NOTES FOR EACH CHAPTER INCLUDE:
Plot: 4 significant happenings
Rising Action: 1-2 significant conflicts
Setting Notes: Evidence of Jim Crow South/Evidence of the Great Depression
Characterization: Influence Notes (See questions listed in your notes)
Characterization Chart: What do I know about these characters? How do I know it? (Chapter notes should be specific to main characters and any new character introduced in the chapter.)
Reading Quiz on Tuesday: Chapters 6 and 7
Periods 1-b, 3-b, and 4-b Assigned on 11/21 and due on 11/28
To Kill a Mockingbird Reading and Writing Assignments
Chapters 4-6. Please prepare notes for each of these chapters. (See required elements for note-taking in your RWNB.)
Plot: 4 significant happenings
Rising Action: 1-2 significant conflicts
Setting Notes: Evidence of Jim Crow South/Evidence of the Great Depression
Characterization: Influence Notes (See questions listed in your notes)
Characterization Chart: What do I know about these characters? How do I know it? (Chapter notes should be specific to main characters and any new character introduced in the chapter.)
Period 4-b ONLY: Please bring your Lit Circle Book and accompanying assignment to class on Monday. We will meet in the library.
HW reading quiz/Chapters 4-6 on 11/28.
Chapters 4-6. Please prepare notes for each of these chapters. (See required elements for note-taking in your RWNB.)
Plot: 4 significant happenings
Rising Action: 1-2 significant conflicts
Setting Notes: Evidence of Jim Crow South/Evidence of the Great Depression
Characterization: Influence Notes (See questions listed in your notes)
Characterization Chart: What do I know about these characters? How do I know it? (Chapter notes should be specific to main characters and any new character introduced in the chapter.)
Period 4-b ONLY: Please bring your Lit Circle Book and accompanying assignment to class on Monday. We will meet in the library.
HW reading quiz/Chapters 4-6 on 11/28.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a/Assigned on 11/16 and due on 11/18
Everyone should have completed Chapters 1-3/To Kill a Mockingbird
Tonight, you will be reading Chapter 4 and completing the following writing assignments:
What is the most significant moment in Chapters 1-4? Why is it important? Use details and examples from the text to support your choice. This is a paragraph response.
Read Chapter 4. Record notes for this chapter using the format we practiced in class today. (See models and directions in your RWNB. If you left your notebook in school, I have copied the directions below.)
DECODING THE TEXT GETTING THE GIST To Kill a Mockingbird
For each chapter you read, you are responsible for recording the following information:
Plot Sequencing/Action Chapter _________
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What do you consider to be the four main “happenings” in this chapter? List these in the order in which they occur in the chapter.
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RISING ACTION (The building up of conflicts in a story)
What is the most important conflict presented in this chapter? Why is it significant? (Cite specific incident in the text and corresponding page numbers.)
SETTING (Time and Place)
• Can you detect evidence of the Jim Crow South in this chapter? Does the chapter express or imply a segregated society? Is there evidence in the text to suggest that African American citizens are not afforded the same rights and/or consideration as the white citizens in Maycomb. Cite specific examples from the text and corresponding page numbers.
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Can you detect evidence of the Great Depression in this chapter? Is there evidence of the effects of the Great Depression? Are people suffering from joblessness, hunger, poverty, etc.? Cite specific examples from the text and corresponding page numbers.
CHARACTERIZATION
• Which characters influence one another in this chapter? (See influence chart.) Cite evidence and page numbers from the text to support your response.
• Which character do you learn the most about in this chapter? What do you know about this character, and how do you know it? (Include expressed (what the book tells us) and implied (what we can infer based on what the book tells us) information.__________________________________________________________
WONDERINGS: What do you want to know about the people, conflicts, and ideas presented in this chapter?
If you don't understand something you read or an idea seems confusing, please cite the page number so that we can discuss it when we are decoding the chapter.
Tonight, you will be reading Chapter 4 and completing the following writing assignments:
What is the most significant moment in Chapters 1-4? Why is it important? Use details and examples from the text to support your choice. This is a paragraph response.
Read Chapter 4. Record notes for this chapter using the format we practiced in class today. (See models and directions in your RWNB. If you left your notebook in school, I have copied the directions below.)
DECODING THE TEXT GETTING THE GIST To Kill a Mockingbird
For each chapter you read, you are responsible for recording the following information:
Plot Sequencing/Action Chapter _________
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What do you consider to be the four main “happenings” in this chapter? List these in the order in which they occur in the chapter.
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RISING ACTION (The building up of conflicts in a story)
What is the most important conflict presented in this chapter? Why is it significant? (Cite specific incident in the text and corresponding page numbers.)
SETTING (Time and Place)
• Can you detect evidence of the Jim Crow South in this chapter? Does the chapter express or imply a segregated society? Is there evidence in the text to suggest that African American citizens are not afforded the same rights and/or consideration as the white citizens in Maycomb. Cite specific examples from the text and corresponding page numbers.
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Can you detect evidence of the Great Depression in this chapter? Is there evidence of the effects of the Great Depression? Are people suffering from joblessness, hunger, poverty, etc.? Cite specific examples from the text and corresponding page numbers.
CHARACTERIZATION
• Which characters influence one another in this chapter? (See influence chart.) Cite evidence and page numbers from the text to support your response.
• Which character do you learn the most about in this chapter? What do you know about this character, and how do you know it? (Include expressed (what the book tells us) and implied (what we can infer based on what the book tells us) information.__________________________________________________________
WONDERINGS: What do you want to know about the people, conflicts, and ideas presented in this chapter?
If you don't understand something you read or an idea seems confusing, please cite the page number so that we can discuss it when we are decoding the chapter.
Monday, November 7, 2011
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a Assigned on 11/7 and due on 11/9
Construct a paragraph response for #2 on the “Marigolds” handout you received in class today. Begin with an inference. Support the inference with three specific details (quotations) from the text. Explain each quote to support your inference. Write a closing sentence that restates your inference.
"Marigolds" begins on page 75
QUESTION 2: The narrator expresses a sense of hopelessness that is mirrored by her setting in the short story, "Marigolds." Explain how the story's setting reflects the protagonist's inner feelings. Use details and examples from the story to support yhour explanation.
"Marigolds" begins on page 75
QUESTION 2: The narrator expresses a sense of hopelessness that is mirrored by her setting in the short story, "Marigolds." Explain how the story's setting reflects the protagonist's inner feelings. Use details and examples from the story to support yhour explanation.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Homework for 3-A/Assigned on 11/3 and due on 11/7
Re-read pages 75-79 in your text, and construct responses for each of the questions listed on the "Marigolds" handout you received in class today.
We were delayed in our reading due to the scheduling of yearbook pictures. Finish what we were unable to finish at home, and we will do the rest when your return on Monday.
We were delayed in our reading due to the scheduling of yearbook pictures. Finish what we were unable to finish at home, and we will do the rest when your return on Monday.
Homework for 2-a and 4-a
Re-read pages 75-79 and construct responses for questions 1-13 on the "Marigolds" handout you received in class today. All questions are specific to the first reading chunk: pp 75-79.
Today is the LAST day to turn in the final, typed copy of
the Personal Challenge essay. If you have not submitted it yet, you may send it to my e-mail (suzan.falls@pgcps.org) by midnight.
Today is the LAST day to turn in the final, typed copy of
the Personal Challenge essay. If you have not submitted it yet, you may send it to my e-mail (suzan.falls@pgcps.org) by midnight.
Homework for 1-b, 3-b, and 4-b Assigned on 11/2 and due on 11/3
Please complete the research notes on the Great Depression that you started today in the library. Use the database we used in class to access articles, videos, and primary sources specific to this topic.
Period 4-b, you are also charged with securing a copy of the novel your literature selected in class.
Period 4-b, you are also charged with securing a copy of the novel your literature selected in class.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a/Assigned on 10/25 and due on 10/27
Please return to class with the DRAFT of your five-paragraph, "Challenge" essay complete.
Check your essay notes and the Essay Requirement handout that you received in class to ensure that you have all of the required components in each of the five paragraphs.
If you become confused, it is best to refer to the writing models you have in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook.
Make certain that your essay is double-spaced in preparation for the peer-review process that will take place tomorrow.
Be certain to bring your planning page (graphic organizer) to class along with your draft. We will me meeting in the library tomorrow.
Check your essay notes and the Essay Requirement handout that you received in class to ensure that you have all of the required components in each of the five paragraphs.
If you become confused, it is best to refer to the writing models you have in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook.
Make certain that your essay is double-spaced in preparation for the peer-review process that will take place tomorrow.
Be certain to bring your planning page (graphic organizer) to class along with your draft. We will me meeting in the library tomorrow.
Homework for 4-b Assigned on 10/26 and due on 10/28
The final copy of your Personal Challenge essay needs to be submitted to me on line by Friday, 10/28.
Your complete Writing Package is due at the start of class on Friday.
This includes the following components:
Planning Page
Edited/revised rough draft
Proofreading checklist
Your complete Writing Package is due at the start of class on Friday.
This includes the following components:
Planning Page
Edited/revised rough draft
Proofreading checklist
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a/Assigned on 10/20 and due on 10/24
Review your Personal Challenge essay notes and models. (See Writing Seeds section in your English binder.) THIS ASSIGNMENT IS YOUR CULMINATING PROJECT. IT WILL SERVE AS YOUR FIRST-QUARTER FINAL EXAM.
THESE PIECES OF THE ESSAY SHOULD ALREADY BE COMPLETED:
In class, we completed the graphic organizer where you recorded your thesis, three subtopics, and details to support each of the subtopics. If you did not finish this, you must do so before you can begin your introductory paragraph.
YOU SHOULD HAVE ALSO COMPLETED YOUR INTRO PARAGRAPH. IF NOT, THIS IS FOR YOU.
Review the introductory paragraph notes (See 1-b) in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook. Write an introductory paragraph that includes an attention-getting hook and a thesis statement that includes two things: the word, "challenge" and the specific challenge you will be focusing on in this essay. Add the three subtopics that will prove your thesis. Write a your closing sentence that makes your reader want to keep reading,and you will have completed the first paragraph in your five-paragraph essay.
THIS WEEKEND, Use each of the three subtopic ideas listed on your planning page, and in your introductory paragraph and construct three well-developed body paragraphs. Each body paragraph should have three supports (examples/details)and each one of these should be elaborated.
When you return to class, you should have completed the planning page (graphic organizer), the introductory paragraph, and three body paragraphs. We will discuss requirements for the closing paragraph when you return to class. Have a nice weekend!
THESE PIECES OF THE ESSAY SHOULD ALREADY BE COMPLETED:
In class, we completed the graphic organizer where you recorded your thesis, three subtopics, and details to support each of the subtopics. If you did not finish this, you must do so before you can begin your introductory paragraph.
YOU SHOULD HAVE ALSO COMPLETED YOUR INTRO PARAGRAPH. IF NOT, THIS IS FOR YOU.
Review the introductory paragraph notes (See 1-b) in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook. Write an introductory paragraph that includes an attention-getting hook and a thesis statement that includes two things: the word, "challenge" and the specific challenge you will be focusing on in this essay. Add the three subtopics that will prove your thesis. Write a your closing sentence that makes your reader want to keep reading,and you will have completed the first paragraph in your five-paragraph essay.
THIS WEEKEND, Use each of the three subtopic ideas listed on your planning page, and in your introductory paragraph and construct three well-developed body paragraphs. Each body paragraph should have three supports (examples/details)and each one of these should be elaborated.
When you return to class, you should have completed the planning page (graphic organizer), the introductory paragraph, and three body paragraphs. We will discuss requirements for the closing paragraph when you return to class. Have a nice weekend!
Homework for 3-b and 4-b/Assigned on 10/19 and due on 10/23
Review your Personal Challenge essay notes and models. (See Writing Seeds section in your English binder.) THIS ASSIGNMENT IS YOUR QUARTER-ONE CULMINATING PROJECT AND WILL SERVE AS YOUR FINAL EXAM. PLEASE KEEP UP AND DO YOUR BEST.
THESE PIECES OF THE ESSAY SHOULD ALREADY BE COMPLETED:
In class, we completed the graphic organizer where you recorded your thesis, three subtopics, and details to support each of the subtopics. If you did not finish this, you must do so before you can begin your introductory paragraph.
YOU SHOULD HAVE ALSO COMPLETED YOUR INTRO PARAGRAPH. IF NOT, THIS IS FOR YOU.
Review the introductory paragraph notes (See 1-b) in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook. Write an introductory paragraph that includes an attention-getting hook and a thesis statement that includes two things: the word, "challenge" and the specific challenge you will be focusing on in this essay. Add the three subtopics that will help you develop (proove) your thesis. Write a closing sentence that will make your reader want to keep reading, and you will have completed the first paragraph in your five-paragraph essay.
THIS WEEKEND, Use each of the three subtopic ideas listed on your planning page, and construct three well-developed body paragraphs. Each body paragraph should have three supports (examples/details)and each one of these should be elaborated.
When you return to class, you should have completed the planning page (graphic organizer), the introductory paragraph, and three body paragraphs. We will discuss requirements for the closing paragraph when you return to class. Have a nice weekend!
THESE PIECES OF THE ESSAY SHOULD ALREADY BE COMPLETED:
In class, we completed the graphic organizer where you recorded your thesis, three subtopics, and details to support each of the subtopics. If you did not finish this, you must do so before you can begin your introductory paragraph.
YOU SHOULD HAVE ALSO COMPLETED YOUR INTRO PARAGRAPH. IF NOT, THIS IS FOR YOU.
Review the introductory paragraph notes (See 1-b) in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook. Write an introductory paragraph that includes an attention-getting hook and a thesis statement that includes two things: the word, "challenge" and the specific challenge you will be focusing on in this essay. Add the three subtopics that will help you develop (proove) your thesis. Write a closing sentence that will make your reader want to keep reading, and you will have completed the first paragraph in your five-paragraph essay.
THIS WEEKEND, Use each of the three subtopic ideas listed on your planning page, and construct three well-developed body paragraphs. Each body paragraph should have three supports (examples/details)and each one of these should be elaborated.
When you return to class, you should have completed the planning page (graphic organizer), the introductory paragraph, and three body paragraphs. We will discuss requirements for the closing paragraph when you return to class. Have a nice weekend!
Homework for 1-b Assigned on 10/19 and due on 10/24
Review your Personal Challenge essay notes and models. (See Writing Seeds section in your English binder.)
In class, we completed the graphic organizer where you recorded your thesis, three subtopics, and details to support each of the subtopics. If you did not finish this, you must do so before you can begin your introductory paragraph.
Tonight, review the introductory paragraph notes (See 1-b) in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook. Write an introductory paragraph that includes an attention-getting hook and a thesis statement that includes two things: the word, "challenge" and the specific challenge you will be focusing on in this essay. Add your closing sentence and you will have completed the first paragraph in your five-paragraph essay.
In class, we completed the graphic organizer where you recorded your thesis, three subtopics, and details to support each of the subtopics. If you did not finish this, you must do so before you can begin your introductory paragraph.
Tonight, review the introductory paragraph notes (See 1-b) in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook. Write an introductory paragraph that includes an attention-getting hook and a thesis statement that includes two things: the word, "challenge" and the specific challenge you will be focusing on in this essay. Add your closing sentence and you will have completed the first paragraph in your five-paragraph essay.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Homework for 4-a/Assigned on 10/18 and due on 10/20
Review Culminating Project notes and handouts in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook.
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each
Homework for 3-a assigned on 10/18 and due on 10/20
Review Culminating Project notes and handouts in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook.
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each
Homework for 2-a assigned on 10/18 and due on 10/20
Review Culminating Project notes and handouts in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook.
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each.
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each.
Homework for 4-b Assigned on 10/17 and due on 10/19
Review Culminating Project notes and handouts in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook.
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each.
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Draft the introductory paragraph for your essay. It should include the following components:
Hook (Attention Grabber)
Thesis
3 Subtopics
Closing sentence
Review your notes for explanations and examples of each.
Homework for 3-b Assigned on 10/17 and due on 10/19
Review Culminating Project notes and handouts in the Writing Seeds section of your notebook.
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Complete graphic organizer to develop a writing plan for your PERSONAL CHALLENGE essay.
Identify personal challenge/This will be the seed used to develop your thesis.
Identify three subtopics (These will serve as main ideas for the body paragraphs.)
List details for each subtopic (Brainstorm. You may or may not use all that you have listed.)
Homework for 1-b Assigned on 10/17 and due on 10/19
Copy Unit Vocabulary/Fiction/Short Story and Novel Notes
Include Conflicts-definition and 6 types w/notes
Plot Diagram w/labels
Definitions for parts of the plot
Identifying the moment of climax in a work of fiction--four questions
Literary Terms--theme, moral, symbol, foreshadowing, flashback, obstacle, setting
Character Terms (Do not copy character traits)
Point of View--definition and three types
Definition for tone (Do not copy tone words)
Mood--All notes
Irony--three types with explanations of each
Include Conflicts-definition and 6 types w/notes
Plot Diagram w/labels
Definitions for parts of the plot
Identifying the moment of climax in a work of fiction--four questions
Literary Terms--theme, moral, symbol, foreshadowing, flashback, obstacle, setting
Character Terms (Do not copy character traits)
Point of View--definition and three types
Definition for tone (Do not copy tone words)
Mood--All notes
Irony--three types with explanations of each
Friday, October 14, 2011
Homework for 1-b Assigned on 10/14 and due on 10/17
The Scarlet Ibis
We have finished reading the story, "The Scarlet Ibis." You have turned in your characterization charts and plot sequencing notes. Tonight, you should complete the following post-reading activities:
Page 605 Connect to Literature and Think Critically Questions #1-5 and the three bulleted Comprehension questions at the top of the page.
Please complete the Vocabulary in Action exercise on page 606.
If you did not have the chance to read the whole story, please make the time. You will have a test on this selection and the story vocabulary on Monday.
We have finished reading the story, "The Scarlet Ibis." You have turned in your characterization charts and plot sequencing notes. Tonight, you should complete the following post-reading activities:
Page 605 Connect to Literature and Think Critically Questions #1-5 and the three bulleted Comprehension questions at the top of the page.
Please complete the Vocabulary in Action exercise on page 606.
If you did not have the chance to read the whole story, please make the time. You will have a test on this selection and the story vocabulary on Monday.
Homework for 3-b Assigned on 10/13 and due on 10/17
EXTRA CREDIT: Do a really good job, and this will substitute for two missing homework assignments. Do very little, and you are wasting your time!
Choose any short story in the book that we have not yet read. As you read, complete a detailed characterization chart that includes informed, text-supported inferences.
Remember, you are creating a two column note chart. (What do I know--INFERENCES and HOW DO I KNOW? (text support)
Write a plot summary using bullets. (wHAT IS HAPPENING HERE?)
This is due on Tuesday
Choose any short story in the book that we have not yet read. As you read, complete a detailed characterization chart that includes informed, text-supported inferences.
Remember, you are creating a two column note chart. (What do I know--INFERENCES and HOW DO I KNOW? (text support)
Write a plot summary using bullets. (wHAT IS HAPPENING HERE?)
This is due on Tuesday
Homework for 2-A, 3-A, and 4-A assigned on 10/14 and due on 10/18
EXTRA CREDIT: Do a really good job, and this will substitute for two missing homework assignments. Do very little, and you are wasting your time!
Choose any short story in the book that we have not yet read. As you read, complete a detailed characterization chart that includes informed, text-supported inferences.
Remember, you are creating a two column note chart. (What do I know--INFERENCES and HOW DO I KNOW? (text support)
Write a plot summary using bullets. (wHAT IS HAPPENING HERE?)
This is due on Tuesday
Choose any short story in the book that we have not yet read. As you read, complete a detailed characterization chart that includes informed, text-supported inferences.
Remember, you are creating a two column note chart. (What do I know--INFERENCES and HOW DO I KNOW? (text support)
Write a plot summary using bullets. (wHAT IS HAPPENING HERE?)
This is due on Tuesday
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Homework for 3-b Assigned on 10/11 and due on 10/13
Today, you received the "Scarlet Ibis" questions that will be the basis for our inquiry-based discussion scheduled for Thursday, 10/13. You also received a packet of literary terms that you will try to incorporate in the whole-group discussion.
You must prepare for this discussion by developing ideas for each of the questions asked. You may reference these notes during the discussion, but you may not read alound from them. These notes will be included as part of your IBD assessment grade.
Continue to develop ideas for your "challenge" narrative. You will begin working in earnest on this culminating project next week.
Study your story vocabulary--See WORDS TO KNOW on page 592.
You must prepare for this discussion by developing ideas for each of the questions asked. You may reference these notes during the discussion, but you may not read alound from them. These notes will be included as part of your IBD assessment grade.
Continue to develop ideas for your "challenge" narrative. You will begin working in earnest on this culminating project next week.
Study your story vocabulary--See WORDS TO KNOW on page 592.
Homework for 3-b Assigned on 10/11 and due on 10/13
Think about how Doodle lived and how he died.
Think about how the Scarlet Ibis is both like and unlike Doodle.
Create a graphic organizer and compare/contrast the Scarlet Ibis to Doodle.
Complete Vocabulary in Action Exercise on p. 606. Study definitions in vocab section of your notebook.
LAST CHANCE TO TURN IN CHARACTERIZATION CHART AND PLOT SEQUENCING DETAILS FOR THE ENTIRE STORY IS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13. See 3-b homework posted on 10/7. Not one student in class today completed this homework. Only three people completed half of it. That is not acceptable.
Think about how the Scarlet Ibis is both like and unlike Doodle.
Create a graphic organizer and compare/contrast the Scarlet Ibis to Doodle.
Complete Vocabulary in Action Exercise on p. 606. Study definitions in vocab section of your notebook.
LAST CHANCE TO TURN IN CHARACTERIZATION CHART AND PLOT SEQUENCING DETAILS FOR THE ENTIRE STORY IS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13. See 3-b homework posted on 10/7. Not one student in class today completed this homework. Only three people completed half of it. That is not acceptable.
1-b Homework Assigned on 10/11 and due on 10/13
Homework for 1-b Assigned on 10/7 and due on 10/11
The Scarlet Ibis" Reading Chunk 1: pp593-598
Re-read pages 594-598
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story) READ THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS:
On the handout you received in class, elements of action detailed in the first reading chunk are listed, but these are not in chronological order. Plot includes all of the events in the story in the order in which they occur. Put the events I listed in the correct chronological order.
Two-column Characterization Chart-READ THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS.
What do I know about the characters? (See inferences on handout)
How do I know? (Text support/Identify specific details in the story to support each of the inferences listed on the handout I gave you.)
Remember, you need very specific text support. Do not use general language. Do not support an inference with an inference.
The Scarlet Ibis" Reading Chunk 1: pp593-598
Re-read pages 594-598
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story) READ THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS:
On the handout you received in class, elements of action detailed in the first reading chunk are listed, but these are not in chronological order. Plot includes all of the events in the story in the order in which they occur. Put the events I listed in the correct chronological order.
Two-column Characterization Chart-READ THE FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS.
What do I know about the characters? (See inferences on handout)
How do I know? (Text support/Identify specific details in the story to support each of the inferences listed on the handout I gave you.)
Remember, you need very specific text support. Do not use general language. Do not support an inference with an inference.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a Assigned on 10/10 and due on 10/12
Today, we finished reading the short story, "The Scarlet Ibis." I collected plot sequencing notes and your characterization charts with text-supported inferences. As we read and completed our character analysis notes, we discussed how the Scarlet Ibis functions as a symbol in the story. We also discussed major themes in the story and completed a quick write connecting themes presented in the poem, "Woman with Flower" on page 604 with themes developed by Hurst in the short story, The Scarlet Ibis.
Tonight, I would like you to re-read pages 601 to 604.
Think about how Doodle lived and how he died.
Think about how the Scarlet Ibis is both like and unlike Doodle.
Create a graphic organizer and compare/contrast the Scarlet Ibis to Doodle. Please note that you should detect many more similarities than differences.
Complete Vocabulary in Action Exercise on p. 606. Study definitions in the vocabulary section of your notebook.
Tonight, I would like you to re-read pages 601 to 604.
Think about how Doodle lived and how he died.
Think about how the Scarlet Ibis is both like and unlike Doodle.
Create a graphic organizer and compare/contrast the Scarlet Ibis to Doodle. Please note that you should detect many more similarities than differences.
Complete Vocabulary in Action Exercise on p. 606. Study definitions in the vocabulary section of your notebook.
Friday, October 7, 2011
"The Scarlet Ibis" Reading Chunk 2: pp598-end of story
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story)
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (Develop your own inferences about each character as you read. Be sure to include the ibis in your chart.)
How do I know? (Support each of your inferences with SPECIFIC DETAILS from the text.
On Tuesday, you will turn in all DL notes at the close of the seminar.
PLEASE BE THINKING ABOUT YOUR CULIMNATING PROJECT/FINAL EXAM. Develop an idea for your story and be the challenge that will focus the action and the characterizations.
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story)
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (Develop your own inferences about each character as you read. Be sure to include the ibis in your chart.)
How do I know? (Support each of your inferences with SPECIFIC DETAILS from the text.
On Tuesday, you will turn in all DL notes at the close of the seminar.
PLEASE BE THINKING ABOUT YOUR CULIMNATING PROJECT/FINAL EXAM. Develop an idea for your story and be the challenge that will focus the action and the characterizations.
Homework for 3-b Assigned on 10.7 and due on 10/11
"The Scarlet Ibis" Reading Chunk 1: pp593-598
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story) These are listed on the handout I gave you, but they are not in chronological order. Please sequence the action in this first chunk of reading.)
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (List the inferences I gave you on the handout in this column.)
How do I know? (Find specific details from the text to support each of the inferences you have listed.
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story) These are listed on the handout I gave you, but they are not in chronological order. Please sequence the action in this first chunk of reading.)
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (List the inferences I gave you on the handout in this column.)
How do I know? (Find specific details from the text to support each of the inferences you have listed.
Homework for 1-b Assigned on 10/7 and due on 10/11
The Scarlet Ibis" Pre-reading Packet
Please complete the three activites listed below and explained in the handout you received today. These include:
Two Quick Writes (paragraph responses to questions specific to a personal challenge/response and the advantages/disadvantages of siblings or only children.
Setting Questions (Specific to time and place of action.)
Imagery: Text to pictures. Choose the bleeding tree, the toothbrush tree, or the graveyard flowers. (Read Building Background for a description of each.)
Please complete the three activites listed below and explained in the handout you received today. These include:
Two Quick Writes (paragraph responses to questions specific to a personal challenge/response and the advantages/disadvantages of siblings or only children.
Setting Questions (Specific to time and place of action.)
Imagery: Text to pictures. Choose the bleeding tree, the toothbrush tree, or the graveyard flowers. (Read Building Background for a description of each.)
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a Assigned on 10/6 and due on 10/10
The Scarlet Ibis" Reading Chunk 1: pp593-598
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story)
On the handout you received in class, elements of action detailed in the first reading chunk are listed, but these are not in chronological order. Plot includes all of the events in the story in the order in which they occur. Put the events I listed in the correct chronological order.
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (See inferences on handout)
How do I know? (Text support/Identify specific details in the story to support each of the inferences listed on the handout I gave you.)
Remember, you need very specific text support. Do not use general language. Do not support an inference with an inference.
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story)
On the handout you received in class, elements of action detailed in the first reading chunk are listed, but these are not in chronological order. Plot includes all of the events in the story in the order in which they occur. Put the events I listed in the correct chronological order.
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (See inferences on handout)
How do I know? (Text support/Identify specific details in the story to support each of the inferences listed on the handout I gave you.)
Remember, you need very specific text support. Do not use general language. Do not support an inference with an inference.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
4-b Homework Assigned on 10/5 and due on 10/7/2011
"The Scarlet Ibis" Reading Chunk 1: pp593-598
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story)
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (See inferences)
How do I know? (Text support/Identify specific details in the story to support each of the inferences.
As you read, complete the following DL notes:
What is happening here? (Sequence plot/action in story)
Two-column Characterization Chart
What do I know about the characters? (See inferences)
How do I know? (Text support/Identify specific details in the story to support each of the inferences.
3-b Homework Assigned on 10/5 and due on 10/7/2011
Today, we completed two assessments specific to our study of Amy Tan's story, "Two Kinds." These included a vocabulary test and a critical thinking test comprised of 10 SR questions. These are the final assignments related to that fictional selection.
We also prepared to read "The Scarlet Ibis" by connecting with major themes and conflicts and discussing the world in which our protagonists lived. You were directed to respond to two Quick Write questions that we used to to focus and direct this whole-group discussion. You should have well-developed responses to the following questions in your RWNB.
QUICK WRITE 1
Write about a challenge that required you to accept an outcome that you could not control and did not desire.
QUICK WRITE 2
Write about the positive and negative aspects of having siblings.
OR
Write about the positive and negative aspects of being an only child.
We turned our attention to the setting (time and place) of the story and discussed what America might have looked like at the start of the 20th century. You should have written responses in your RWNB to the following questions. If you did not have time to respond in class, please complete them before our next class.
If you live in a rural community, what kinds of scenes might you see from your window?
Child play has significantly changed in the last century. How do you think children entertained themselves before TV and computers? Where do you imagine children living on a farm spent most of their time? What do you think they did to relax and have fun?
What war started in 1914? What do you know about this war?
Who was the president during this period in history?
HOMEWORK: Add these notes and pictures to the pre-reading assignments listed above. I will collect ALL of these pre-reading assignments on Thursday.
What do you know about James Hurst (the author) and this story? Read Building Background on page 592 and the author study on page 607 before your respond.
Images from nature become characters in the story, "The Scarlet Ibis." I want you to be able to visualize these images. Please read descriptions of the bleeding tree, graveyard flowers, and the toothbrush tree on page 592. Work from the descriptive details provided in the text to draw these images. Use color and be creative.
We also prepared to read "The Scarlet Ibis" by connecting with major themes and conflicts and discussing the world in which our protagonists lived. You were directed to respond to two Quick Write questions that we used to to focus and direct this whole-group discussion. You should have well-developed responses to the following questions in your RWNB.
QUICK WRITE 1
Write about a challenge that required you to accept an outcome that you could not control and did not desire.
QUICK WRITE 2
Write about the positive and negative aspects of having siblings.
OR
Write about the positive and negative aspects of being an only child.
We turned our attention to the setting (time and place) of the story and discussed what America might have looked like at the start of the 20th century. You should have written responses in your RWNB to the following questions. If you did not have time to respond in class, please complete them before our next class.
If you live in a rural community, what kinds of scenes might you see from your window?
Child play has significantly changed in the last century. How do you think children entertained themselves before TV and computers? Where do you imagine children living on a farm spent most of their time? What do you think they did to relax and have fun?
What war started in 1914? What do you know about this war?
Who was the president during this period in history?
HOMEWORK: Add these notes and pictures to the pre-reading assignments listed above. I will collect ALL of these pre-reading assignments on Thursday.
What do you know about James Hurst (the author) and this story? Read Building Background on page 592 and the author study on page 607 before your respond.
Images from nature become characters in the story, "The Scarlet Ibis." I want you to be able to visualize these images. Please read descriptions of the bleeding tree, graveyard flowers, and the toothbrush tree on page 592. Work from the descriptive details provided in the text to draw these images. Use color and be creative.
Period 1-B Homework Assigned on 10/5 and due on 10/7
Research life in America at the start of the 20th century. Think about housing patterns, the political landscape, transportation, demographics, family life, entertainment, communication, the economy, job opportunities, and educational levels. Use your research to compare the America you live in today to the America our characters lived in 100 years ago.
Develop a graphic organizer to display your information.
Our IBD and the accompanying reflection piece went overtime in class today. Our vocabulary test had to be postponed until Friday. Be ready!
Develop a graphic organizer to display your information.
Our IBD and the accompanying reflection piece went overtime in class today. Our vocabulary test had to be postponed until Friday. Be ready!
HOMEWORK for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a Assigned on 10/4 and due on 10/6/ 2011
Today, we completed two assessments specific to our study of Amy Tan's story, "Two Kinds." These included a vocabulary test and a critical thinking test comprised of 10 SR questions. These are the final assignments related to that fictional selection.
We also prepared to read "The Scarlet Ibis" by connecting with major themes and conflicts and discussing the world in which our protagonists lived. You were directed to respond to two Quick Write questions that we used to to focus and direct this whole-group discussion. You should have well-developed responses to the following questions in your RWNB.
QUICK WRITE 1
Write about a challenge that required you to accept an outcome that you could not control and did not desire.
QUICK WRITE 2
Write about the positive and negative aspects of having siblings.
OR
Write about the positive and negative aspects of being an only child.
We turned our attention to the setting (time and place) of the story and discussed what America might have looked like at the start of the 20th century. You should have written responses in your RWNB to the following questions. If you did not have time to respond in class, please complete them before our next class.
If you live in a rural community, what kinds of scenes might you see from your window?
Child play has significantly changed in the last century. How do you think children entertained themselves before TV and computers? Where do you imagine children living on a farm spent most of their time? What do you think they did to relax and have fun?
What war started in 1914? What do you know about this war?
Who was the president during this period in history?
HOMEWORK: Add these notes and pictures to the pre-reading assignments listed above. I will collect ALL of these pre-reading assignments on Thursday.
What do you know about James Hurst (the author) and this story? Read Building Background on page 592 and the author study on page 607 before your respond.
Images from nature become characters in the story, "The Scarlet Ibis." I want you to be able to visualize these images. Please read descriptions of the bleeding tree, graveyard flowers, and the toothbrush tree on page 592. Work from the descriptive details provided in the text to draw these images. Use color and be creative.
We also prepared to read "The Scarlet Ibis" by connecting with major themes and conflicts and discussing the world in which our protagonists lived. You were directed to respond to two Quick Write questions that we used to to focus and direct this whole-group discussion. You should have well-developed responses to the following questions in your RWNB.
QUICK WRITE 1
Write about a challenge that required you to accept an outcome that you could not control and did not desire.
QUICK WRITE 2
Write about the positive and negative aspects of having siblings.
OR
Write about the positive and negative aspects of being an only child.
We turned our attention to the setting (time and place) of the story and discussed what America might have looked like at the start of the 20th century. You should have written responses in your RWNB to the following questions. If you did not have time to respond in class, please complete them before our next class.
If you live in a rural community, what kinds of scenes might you see from your window?
Child play has significantly changed in the last century. How do you think children entertained themselves before TV and computers? Where do you imagine children living on a farm spent most of their time? What do you think they did to relax and have fun?
What war started in 1914? What do you know about this war?
Who was the president during this period in history?
HOMEWORK: Add these notes and pictures to the pre-reading assignments listed above. I will collect ALL of these pre-reading assignments on Thursday.
What do you know about James Hurst (the author) and this story? Read Building Background on page 592 and the author study on page 607 before your respond.
Images from nature become characters in the story, "The Scarlet Ibis." I want you to be able to visualize these images. Please read descriptions of the bleeding tree, graveyard flowers, and the toothbrush tree on page 592. Work from the descriptive details provided in the text to draw these images. Use color and be creative.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Homework for Periods 1b and 3b Assigned on 10/3/2011 Due on 10/5/2011
Write an original short story using all of the Words to Know vocabulary presented in the short story, “Two Kinds.” Vocabulary words are listed on page 88. The words are used in this story and are defined in the shaded boxes below the text on pages 89-99. Your story must have a title, characters, dialogue, and conflict. Try to develop a story that includes a clear beginning, middle, and end. Be creative and try to use each one of the 10 vocabulary words previewed on page 88.
Give your story a title.
Period 1: We will complete the "Two Kinds" written assessment on Wednesday. Be prepared to defend and support your opinions and inferences with specific examples from the story.
Period 3: We will complete the "Two Kinds" inquiry-based discussion on Wednesday. Be prepared to defend and support your opinions and inferences with specific examples from the story.
Give your story a title.
Period 1: We will complete the "Two Kinds" written assessment on Wednesday. Be prepared to defend and support your opinions and inferences with specific examples from the story.
Period 3: We will complete the "Two Kinds" inquiry-based discussion on Wednesday. Be prepared to defend and support your opinions and inferences with specific examples from the story.
Period 4-b Homework Assigned: 10/3/2011 Due: 10/5/2011
Pre-reading notes/"The Scarlet Ibis"
Research life in America at the start of the 20th century. Think about housing patterns, the political landscape, transportation, demographics, family life, entertainment, communication, the economy, job opportunities, and educational levels. Use your research to compare and contrast life in America at the start of the 21st century.
Develop a graphic organizer to display your information.
Study "Words to Know" on page 88. Quiz on 10/5/2011.
Some of you need to resend your "My Name" vignette. Some did not open the first time around. I did not count this missing assignment against you on your progress report, but I must have your vignette before the 17th of October. Check Schoolmax. If you received a zero and a check excusing the assignment, you MUST resubmit it ASAP. I will remove the checks after the 10/17, and this action will impact your average. You may bring me a hard copy, or e-mail your work to suzan.falls@pgcps.org
Research life in America at the start of the 20th century. Think about housing patterns, the political landscape, transportation, demographics, family life, entertainment, communication, the economy, job opportunities, and educational levels. Use your research to compare and contrast life in America at the start of the 21st century.
Develop a graphic organizer to display your information.
Study "Words to Know" on page 88. Quiz on 10/5/2011.
Some of you need to resend your "My Name" vignette. Some did not open the first time around. I did not count this missing assignment against you on your progress report, but I must have your vignette before the 17th of October. Check Schoolmax. If you received a zero and a check excusing the assignment, you MUST resubmit it ASAP. I will remove the checks after the 10/17, and this action will impact your average. You may bring me a hard copy, or e-mail your work to suzan.falls@pgcps.org
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Homework for 2-a, 3-a, and 4-a Assigned: 9/28 Due: 10/4
Text: "Two Kinds" by Amy Tan (pp 89-99)
Construct thoughtful and well-developed responses for the seminar reflection questions you received in class today. I have posted the Inquiry-based discussion assessment on Schoolmax, but I cannot post student scores until I receive your seminar reflection. Your reflection is part of total assessment score.
If you did not respond at least three times during the IBD, you will take a written quiz on Tuesday to offset your low discussion score. Be prepared! Know the story and bring your supplies.
Please study the "Words to Know" vocabulary listed on p 88. You have a quiz on these 10 words on 10/4.
Please return your signed Code of Conduct forms. I have received additional copies of this form if you lost it or never received one. Please pick one up and get it back to me ASAP. The school must have one on file for each student.
I will be tutoring on Thursday 10/6 (2:30-4:30) for those of you who need extra help or make-up work.
Construct thoughtful and well-developed responses for the seminar reflection questions you received in class today. I have posted the Inquiry-based discussion assessment on Schoolmax, but I cannot post student scores until I receive your seminar reflection. Your reflection is part of total assessment score.
If you did not respond at least three times during the IBD, you will take a written quiz on Tuesday to offset your low discussion score. Be prepared! Know the story and bring your supplies.
Please study the "Words to Know" vocabulary listed on p 88. You have a quiz on these 10 words on 10/4.
Please return your signed Code of Conduct forms. I have received additional copies of this form if you lost it or never received one. Please pick one up and get it back to me ASAP. The school must have one on file for each student.
I will be tutoring on Thursday 10/6 (2:30-4:30) for those of you who need extra help or make-up work.
4-b Homework Assigned: 9/27 Due: October 3
Step-Back (Reflecting on Learning)
Please respond to the seminar reflection questions you received in class today. The Inquiry-based discussion assessment has been posted on Schoolmax, but the grade cannot be posted until you return each of your reflections. It is part of the assessment score.
Please respond to the seminar reflection questions you received in class today. The Inquiry-based discussion assessment has been posted on Schoolmax, but the grade cannot be posted until you return each of your reflections. It is part of the assessment score.
3-b Homework Assigned on 9/27 Due on 10/3
Text: "Two Kinds" pp 89-99
You should have completed this story and turned in your during-reading characterization chart. This included multiple inferences for the two major characters and at least one inference for the minor characters. Each inference is supported by a specific example from the text. If you haven't completed the characterization chart, please do so before completing the followoing assignments.
Construct well-developed responses for the 12 post-reading questions you received in class today.
On the back of that handout is a practice vocabulary exercise that will assist you in properly using the "Words to Know" presented in this story. Please complete this exercise.
You should have completed this story and turned in your during-reading characterization chart. This included multiple inferences for the two major characters and at least one inference for the minor characters. Each inference is supported by a specific example from the text. If you haven't completed the characterization chart, please do so before completing the followoing assignments.
Construct well-developed responses for the 12 post-reading questions you received in class today.
On the back of that handout is a practice vocabulary exercise that will assist you in properly using the "Words to Know" presented in this story. Please complete this exercise.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Period 1-B Homework Assigned 9/27 Due 10/3
Read through the story, "Two Kinds." As you read, record characterization notes on your two-column characterization chart. ONLY one person--Jordy Carpio--recorded notes from pages 90-95. Yeah, Jordy!! Today, we used his examples to demonstrate how to support inferences with very specific details from the text. If your name is not Jordy, you are recording characterization notes for the entire story (pp89-99).
Jordy, you should go back and add to your notes. ALL STUDENTS must have multiple inferences for the major characters (Jing-mei and her mother) and at least one entry for ALL of the minor characters. Minor characters help to inform us about major characters! Don't overlook them.
Reminders
These notes should be recorded AS you read. Complete a short chunk of reading, stop, and think about the characters presented in this selection.
Record your inference--your informed judgement in the column that reads, WHAT DO I KNOW ABOUT THE CHARACTER. best
In the column that reads, HOW DO I KNOW, record the specific detail or details in the text that helped you to formulate that inference. Do not use general language. Use very exact examples from the story.
Think like a lawyer. If you want to win your case, you must provide the very best evidence.
Jordy, you should go back and add to your notes. ALL STUDENTS must have multiple inferences for the major characters (Jing-mei and her mother) and at least one entry for ALL of the minor characters. Minor characters help to inform us about major characters! Don't overlook them.
Reminders
These notes should be recorded AS you read. Complete a short chunk of reading, stop, and think about the characters presented in this selection.
Record your inference--your informed judgement in the column that reads, WHAT DO I KNOW ABOUT THE CHARACTER. best
In the column that reads, HOW DO I KNOW, record the specific detail or details in the text that helped you to formulate that inference. Do not use general language. Use very exact examples from the story.
Think like a lawyer. If you want to win your case, you must provide the very best evidence.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Period 4-A Homework Assigned: 9/26 Due: 9/28
Complete "Two Kinds" post-reading questions 1-12 (You received these questions today in class.)
Monday, September 26, 2011
Period 4-A Homework Assigned: 9/26 Due: 9/28
Complete "Two Kinds" post-reading questions 1-12 (You received these questions today in class.)
Review Vocabulary Practice Exercise (This is on the back of the grammar warm-up we did in class today.) It should be filed in the RWNB section of your notebook.
Study vocabulary words and definitions listed in the WORDS TO KNOW box on page 88. Quiz on Tuesday October 4.
Make sure you have read the entire story (pages 89-99) We will have an inquiry-based discussion on 9/28, and you will need to reference specific details and examples from the text in order to participate.
Write a two-paragraph response to the question listed below. Use specific details from the story to support your response. This will be your entry ticket to the IBD assessment.
Which character experiences the greater degree of challenge in the story? Is it the mother or the daughter?
Reminder: Please return your signed Code of Conduct contract if you have not already done so
Posted by suzan falls at 1:07 PM
Period 4-A Homework Assigned: 9/26 Due: 9/28
Complete "Two Kinds" post-reading questions 1-12 (You received these questions today in class.)
Monday, September 26, 2011
Period 4-A Homework Assigned: 9/26 Due: 9/28
Complete "Two Kinds" post-reading questions 1-12 (You received these questions today in class.)
Review Vocabulary Practice Exercise (This is on the back of the grammar warm-up we did in class today.) It should be filed in the RWNB section of your notebook.
Study vocabulary words and definitions listed in the WORDS TO KNOW box on page 88. Quiz on Tuesday October 4.
Make sure you have read the entire story (pages 89-99) We will have an inquiry-based discussion on 9/28, and you will need to reference specific details and examples from the text in order to participate.
Write a two-paragraph response to the question listed below. Use specific details from the story to support your response. This will be your entry ticket to the IBD assessment.
Which character experiences the greater degree of challenge in the story? Is it the mother or the daughter?
Reminder: Please return your signed Code of Conduct contract if you have not already done so
Posted by suzan falls at 1:07 PM
Monday, September 26, 2011
Period 3-A Homework Assigned: 9/26 Due: 9/28
Complete "Two Kinds" post-reading questions 1-12 (You received these questions today in class.)
Review Vocabulary Practice Exercise (This is on the back of the grammar warm-up we did in class today. It should be filed in the RWNB section of your notebook.
Study vocabulary words and definitions listed in the WORDS TO KNOW box on page 88. Quiz on Tuesday October 4.
Make sure you have read the entire story (pages 89-99). We will have an inquiry-based discussion on 9/28, and you will need to reference specific details and examples from the text in order to participate.
Reminder: Please return your signed Code of Conduct contract if you have not already done so
Period 3-A Homework Assigned: 9/26 Due: 9/28
Complete "Two Kinds" post-reading questions 1-12 (You received these questions today in class.)
Review Vocabulary Practice Exercise (This is on the back of the grammar warm-up we did in class today. It should be filed in the RWNB section of your notebook.
Study vocabulary words and definitions listed in the WORDS TO KNOW box on page 88. Quiz on Tuesday October 4.
Make sure you have read the entire story (pages 89-99). We will have an inquiry-based discussion on 9/28, and you will need to reference specific details and examples from the text in order to participate.
Reminder: Please return your signed Code of Conduct contract if you have not already done so
Period 2-A Homework Assigned: 9/26 Due: 9/28
Complete "Two Kinds" post-reading questions 1-12 (You received these questions today in class.)
Complete Vocabulary Practice Exercise (This is on the back of the grammar warm-up we did in class today. It should be filed in the RWNB section of your notebook.
Study vocabulary words and definitions listed in the WORDS TO KNOW box on page 88.
Make sure you have read the entire story (pages 89-99). We will have an inquiry-based discussion on 9/28, and you will need to reference specific details and examples from the text in order to participate.
Reminder: Please return your signed Code of Conduct contract if you have not already done so.
Complete Vocabulary Practice Exercise (This is on the back of the grammar warm-up we did in class today. It should be filed in the RWNB section of your notebook.
Study vocabulary words and definitions listed in the WORDS TO KNOW box on page 88.
Make sure you have read the entire story (pages 89-99). We will have an inquiry-based discussion on 9/28, and you will need to reference specific details and examples from the text in order to participate.
Reminder: Please return your signed Code of Conduct contract if you have not already done so.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
HOMEWORK FOR A-DAY STUDENTS. ASSIGNED: 9/20 DUE: 9/26
Read through the end of the story, “Two Kinds,” by Amy Tan (pp 89-99)
Complete two-column Characterization Chart
(What do I know about the characters/ How do I know?)
Make sure you have inferences for all characters and multiple inferences for major characters
IN ADDITION…
Page 100-Complete questions 1-5 and #8 as well as the three Comprehension Check questions
Page 101-Complete the Vocabulary in Action exercise
Complete two-column Characterization Chart
(What do I know about the characters/ How do I know?)
Make sure you have inferences for all characters and multiple inferences for major characters
IN ADDITION…
Page 100-Complete questions 1-5 and #8 as well as the three Comprehension Check questions
Page 101-Complete the Vocabulary in Action exercise
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