Monday, November 11, 2013

Week of November 11-15

Monday, November 11:
  • Warm-Up
  • Begin reading Book 9 of The Odyssey aloud in class. We will be stopping at various points in the reading to discuss the book.
  • Fiction Friday this week!
  • Greek Gods/Goddesses Quiz next week Tuesday, November 19.
Tuesday, November 12:
  • Warm-Up
  • Continue reading Book 9
  • Comma Practice 3: Add or delete commas from the provided paragraph. We will go over the answers at the end of the hour.
Wednesday, November 13:
  • Writing reflection: Quarter 1
  • Notes: Semicolons
  • Finish reading Book 9 - complete the reading in your groups. Take turns reading aloud and summarizing.
Thursday, November 14:
  • Book 9 Comic Activity
    • Summarize the 8 most important events of Book 9 by creating a comic. Use one frame for each event. Avoid writing captions or dialogue; use MINIMUM text if needed. Draw straight lines when appropriate and use color. Blank paper and coloring utensils will be provided. Due Monday, November 18.
Friday, November 15:
  • Fiction Friday #5:
    • Read your choice book. Continue to do so even after you finish your reading log.
    • Complete your reading log: write one summary paragraph, one analytic paragraph, and one personal reaction paragraph. Follow the directions on the handout given to you. This is due at the end of the hour.

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