1. 12th Standards
1. Oral Expression and Listening 1. Effective speaking in formal and informal settings requires appropriate use of methods and audience awareness 2. Effective collaborative groups accomplish goals 2. Reading for All Purposes 1. Literary criticism of complex texts requires the use of analysis, interpretive, and evaluative strategies 2. Interpreting and evaluating complex informational texts require the understanding of rhetoric, critical reading, and analysis skills 3. Writing and Composition 1. Style, detail, expressive language, and genre create a well-crafted statement directed at an intended audience and purpose 2. Ideas, evidence, structure, and style create persuasive, academic, and technical texts for particular audiences and specific purposes 3. Standard English conventions effectively communicate to targeted audiences and purposes 4. Research and Reasoning 1. Independent research designs articulate and defend information, conclusions, and solutions that address specific contexts and purposes 2. Logical arguments distinguish facts from opinions; and evidence defines reasoned judgment

2. Hook, Housekeeping & Homework Wednesday
Truth is stranger than fiction: 2 Truths, 1 Lie
Which one is the lie about Desiree Shockley-Perez?
I am such an anime nerd. When I find a good anime, I tend to obsess over it for months.
I have seven cats and three dogs.
I was in Girl Scouts for five years.
Reminder: for everyday an assignment is late it is docked 10%, stopping at 5 days
Homework: If you have not already done so,
“test & proofing” journal entry (3 entries)

3. Past, Present, Future Wednesday
Group discussion of “Ordeal by Cheque”
How did you do?
Future group discussions cannot be made-up; don’t be absent!
Journal Question & Short Story “” with reading journal entry
Creative modern fiction imitation writing time

4. What is Modern Fiction? Short Stories Wednesday
Standard(s) 2. Reading for All Purposes
1. Literary criticism of complex texts requires the use of analysis, interpretive, and evaluative strategies
Objective: you will be able
To read and respond to a work of modern fiction
To evaluate how an author’s use of literary techniques (such as imagery, mood, tone, symbolism, irony, extended metaphor, hyperbole, stream of consciousness, minimalism, text/plot structure, characters & narrative perspective) impact meaning and create theme.
Relevance: By interpreting text complex texts, providing evidence, and communicating ideas, we are practicing the skills need in any workplace or postsecondary setting. By reading modern fiction, we examine aspects of ourselves and others and how social and historical events impact the way in which we communicate.
Essential Question: What is modern fiction?
How do these short stories reflect the the characteristics and themes of modern fiction?

5. Activities: Develop & Apply I Do - We Do – You Do Wednesday
Purpose/Objective: to analyze specific details in “Ordeal by Cheque” to create meaning
Tasks:
Using the story, follow the format for your first reading journal entry making sure to create at least 3 entries in your reading journal
Outcome/DOL:
Analysis of the modernist literary techniques used in “Ordeal by Cheque”

6. Short Story #1 Wednesday
Story Title & Author:
“Ordeal by Cheque” by Wuther Crue
Narrative Perspective:
3rd person point of view, checks of Lawrence Exeter
Important Literary or Stylistic Techniques:
Use of dates and place names to convey setting; conflict and climax built on inference
Unusual Features:
the entire story is comprised of hand-written checks. There are no sentences, paragraphs, dialogue etc.
Gut Reaction:
At first I was really confused by the story, but then I was intrigued to figure out what happened. The idea of how checks can tell a story about someone is really interesting!

7. Instruction: Obtain I Do Wednesday
Striking Detail
Response to Detail
Checks 1: 1903, Hollywood State Bank - Goosie Gander Baby Shoppe – Lawrence Exeter
I am assuming this man lives in California because of the bank name and location. I am confused by the “pe” on the end of shop. This is the English spelling, and the time period, 1903, would lend itself to a place owned by British-Americans. I know that later checks are written to…

8. Activities: Develop & Apply I Do - We Do – You Do Wednesday
Purpose/Objective: to analyze specific details in “Ordeal by Cheque” to create meaning
Tasks:
Using the story, follow the format for your first reading journal entry making sure to create at least 3 entries in your reading journal
Outcome/DOL:
Analysis of the modernist literary techniques used in “Ordeal by Cheque”

9. What is Modern Fiction? Short Stories Wednesday
Standard(s) 2. Reading for All Purposes
1. Literary criticism of complex texts requires the use of analysis, interpretive, and evaluative strategies
Objective: you will be able
To read and respond to a work of modern fiction
To evaluate how an author’s use of literary techniques (such as imagery, mood, tone, symbolism, irony, extended metaphor, hyperbole, stream of consciousness, minimalism, text/plot structure, characters & narrative perspective) impact meaning and create theme.
Relevance: By interpreting text complex texts, providing evidence, and communicating ideas, we are practicing the skills need in any workplace or postsecondary setting. By reading modern fiction, we examine aspects of ourselves and others and how social and historical events impact the way in which we communicate.
Essential Question: What is modern fiction?
How do these short stories reflect the the characteristics and themes of modern fiction?
Demonstration of Learning (DOL) Entries in Journal Step 3 What do you make of the story?
Homework: none

10. Hook, Housekeeping & Homework Thursday
Truth is stranger than fiction: 2 Truths, 1 Lie
Which one is the lie about Glenda (Asia)?
I’m 110 pounds.
I’m a super senior and have been to five different schools in three years.
I’m from the island of Guam and left in 2003.
While you wait, review with a shoulder partner:
What is an ordeal?
What are some ordeals with which we are familiar?
Consider… how is “Ordeal by Cheque” different than what we expect from a standard short story?

11. Past, Present, Future Thursday
Journal entries for “Ordeal by Cheque”
Creative modern fiction imitation writing time
Peer feedback

12. What is Modern Fiction? Short Stories Thursday
Standard(s) 3. Writing and Composition
1. Style, detail, expressive language, and genre create a well-crafted statement directed at an intended audience and purpose
Objective: you will be able to develop a clear and coherent story that imitates the characteristics of modern fiction
Relevance: By interpreting text complex texts, providing evidence, and communicating ideas, we are practicing the skills need in any workplace or postsecondary setting. By reading modern fiction, we examine aspects of ourselves and others and how social and historical events impact the way in which we communicate.
Essential Question: What is modern fiction?
How does your short story reflect the the characteristics and themes of modern fiction?

13. Instruction: Obtain We Do Thursday
Purpose/Objective: to understand the expectations for the assignment and brainstorm ideas
Tasks:
Review your closed notes on the characteristics of Modern Fiction looking for any ideas that apply to “Ordeal by Cheque.”
Read the assignment sheet – Questions?
Answer brainstorming questions
Outcome/DOL:
Ideas to begin draft work

14. Activities: Develop & Apply You Do Thursday
Purpose/Objective: to mimic the modern fiction characteristics in our own writing
Tasks:
Write an original work of fiction that imitates the style used in the story “Ordeal by Cheque”
Outcome/DOL:
A draft of an original piece for a peer to evaluate

15. What is Modern Fiction? Short Stories Thursday
Standard(s) 3. Writing and Composition
1. Style, detail, expressive language, and genre create a well-crafted statement directed at an intended audience and purpose
Objective: you will be able to develop a clear and coherent story that imitates the characteristics of modern fiction
Relevance: By interpreting text complex texts, providing evidence, and communicating ideas, we are practicing the skills need in any workplace or postsecondary setting. By reading modern fiction, we examine aspects of ourselves and others and how social and historical events impact the way in which we communicate.
Essential Question: What is modern fiction?
How does your short stories reflect the the characteristics and themes of modern fiction?
Demonstration of Learning (DOL): A draft of an original piece for a peer to evaluate
Homework: Finish the story by tomorrow!

16. Hook, Housekeeping & Homework Friday
Truth is stranger than fiction: 2 Truths, 1 Lie
Which one is the lie about Dante Groover?
I can play guitar.
I have been to Spain and France.
I love sky diving.
Questions Answered:
Formatives
Summative:

17. Past, Present, Future Friday
Creative modern fiction imitation writing time
Peer feedback
New story!

18. What is Modern Fiction? Short Stories Friday
Standard(s) 3. Writing and Composition
1. Style, detail, expressive language, and genre create a well-crafted statement directed at an intended audience and purpose
Objective: you will be able to critique your writing and the writing of others for revision
Relevance: By interpreting text complex texts, providing evidence, and communicating ideas, we are practicing the skills need in any workplace or postsecondary setting. By reading modern fiction, we examine aspects of ourselves and others and how social and historical events impact the way in which we communicate.
Essential Question: What is modern fiction?
How does your short story reflect the the characteristics and themes of modern fiction?

19. Instruction: Obtain You Do Friday
Purpose/Objective:
to read another student’s work and provide feedback as well as receive feedback on your own work
Tasks:
Read and provide written feedback to a peer based on the following:
the elements of modern fiction
the assessment criteria
as well as Standard Modern English (capitalization, punctuation, spelling, etc.)
Outcome/DOL:
Ideas for how to improve upon your modernist writing

20. Activities: Develop & Apply You Do - We Do Friday
Purpose/Objective: to read another student’s work and provide feedback as well as receive feedback on your own work
Tasks:
After reading a peer’s writing and providing written feedback, meet with your peer
Share and discuss ideas for revision, questions, concerns; see Ms. D for additional advice
If time allows, begin making adjustments to writing
Outcome/DOL:
Ideas for how to improve upon your modernist writing

21. What is Modern Fiction? Short Stories Friday
Standard(s) 3. Writing and Composition
1. Style, detail, expressive language, and genre create a well-crafted statement directed at an intended audience and purpose
Objective: you will be able to critique your writing and the writing of others for revision
Relevance: By interpreting text complex texts, providing evidence, and communicating ideas, we are practicing the skills need in any workplace or postsecondary setting. By reading modern fiction, we examine aspects of ourselves and others and how social and historical events impact the way in which we communicate.
Essential Question: What is modern fiction?
How does your short stories reflect the the characteristics and themes of modern fiction?
DOL Reflection: What did you learn today from your peer about your own writing? What was helpful about looking at another peer’s assignment and speaking with a peer?
Homework: Re-work creative modern fiction assignment based on peer feedback; turn it in the next school day!