1. Monday, November 18th, 2013 Objective: Library
-W.5.8.7: Write with and without prompts for a sustained period of time
- IR : Use print and electronic resources independently to locate information
- R : Read for a substantial amount of time daily, including assigned and self-selected materials at independent and instructional levels

2. Monday, November 18th, 2013 English Agenda
Library Day - AR Deadline—December 13th
We will camp out in the library so no writer’s notebook today…
Gordon Korman Author Study assignment in the library (handout)
Take “The Raven” AR quiz if you have not already!
Remember – your AR grade has been entered into Pinnacle – it will only change if you take more AR tests!

3. Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 Objective: Review for test
-W.5.8.7: Write with and without prompts for a sustained period of time
Essential Questions:
-What have I learned and what do I need to study for the test?
-What literary elements can I identify within a text?

4. Tuesday, November 18th, 2013 English Agenda
WN: Describe a memorable event, positive or negative, and how it felt to you. Do not name the feeling (show don’t tell). Use all of your five senses to describe this event.
Review for test Tomorrow!

5. Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 Objective: Essential questions:
-W.5.8.7: Write with and without prompts for a sustained period of time
Essential questions:
-What have I learned from the texts?
-What literary elements have I learned and can be used?

6. Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 English Agenda
WN: Think of a famous symbol. Describe it and tell what it stands for. Why has it become a symbol?
Essential Questions:
What literary elements have I learned and can be used? What have I learned from the texts?
Test over “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Raven,” and “Raymond’s Run” TODAY on Moodle

7. Wednesday, November 28th, 2012 PreAP English Agenda
WN –Think about how the setting of the book actually influences what happens in the book. Explain how it works. In what ways is that similar to or different from how “setting” affects your life?
Concrete Vs Abstract lesson
continue to read The Giver

8. Objectives: Essential questions: Writer’s Notebook ideas:
Thursday, November 21st, 2013
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9. Thursday, November 21st, 2013 English Agenda
WN - Think about how the setting of the book actually influences what happens in the book. Explain how it works. In what ways is that similar to or different from how “setting” affects your life?
Setting House Project
Examine the effects of setting on the reader and how a writer can have the setting “tell” the story.
Study the poem “Abandoned Farmhouse” by Ted Kooser and then write your own poem mimicking his style. Follow directions on handout!
Fold Paper house according to instructions…use materials to decorate however you see fit, but be sure to look at your rubric!
Project Due on Tuesday, December 3rd

10. Thursday, November 21st, 2013 PreAP English Agenda
“The Giver” by Lois Lowry
Answer poll questions by texting
Checkout books in each class
Handout assignment with 6 questions to answer (green) and watch movie suggestions
Read through Mrs. Hull’s Notes about the novel to clear up any misunderstandings
Handout of Reading Expectations and quiz schedule (green)
Study Guide questions are NOT for a grade, they are only to help you along the way with your reading. Ask yourself the questions to help you be sure to pay attention to the details as you read.

11. The Giver – Day 1
Essential Question: What strategies will help me understand what I am reading?
The Giver Survey – POLLEVERYWHERE.COM Be prepared to explain your answers!
Use your cell phones to respond

12. The Giver – Day 1 con’t
Utopia is an ideally perfect place, especially in its social, political and moral aspects.
WN: Write your thoughts about what a utopian society would be like. What are the rules or laws? What happens if someone breaks them? Include as many details as possible.

13. The Giver – Day 1 con’t A Perfect World video clip
Today we are going to begin reading a novel by Lois Lowry. The main character’s name is Jonas. Jonas lives in a community where everything is rigidly structured.

14. The Giver - Day 1 con’t
As long as everyone follows the rules, virtually nothing can go wrong – there is no hunger, no poverty, no crime, no pain…and there is no love. Feelings were eradicated from people’s experiences generations ago. (What does eradicate mean?)

15. The Giver – Day 1 con’t
They were seen as obstacles to the community’s goal of Sameness for all individuals. It was believed that feelings interfered with an individual’s judgment, so they were taken away, along with all the choices of everyday life.
Now, members of the community never question decisions already made for them. They simply live according to the rules. People aren’t unhappy living this way, but they aren’t happy either. They simply know no other way.

16. The Giver – Day 1 con’t
Another concept that must be understood before you begin reading is “euphemisms.”
Do you know what a euphemism is? You use them every day.
A euphemism is the act or an example of substituting a mild, indirect or vague term for one considered harsh, blunt or offensive.

17. The Giver – Day 1 con’t
For example, sometimes we do not want to say someone “died” so we use euphemisms.
What are some euphemisms for dying. (passed on, went on to a greater reward, cashing in, checkout out, met the grim reaper, cashing in his chips, reached his journey’s end).
In this story, the author uses a number of euphemisms and one of your assignments will be to determine what is really meant by some of the euphemisms used in the story.

18. The Giver – Day 1 con’t Before reading...
Look at the cover of this book. Who can tell me who the author is of this story? (Lois Lowry)
Read the first page to the class. What predictions did you make about why you thing he was afraid?

19. The Giver – Day 1 con’t
Homework: How does Jonas’s community use euphemism to distance itself from the realities of their world? Be specific. How does our society use euphemism to distance the realities of death, bodily functions, aging, etc. Give examples.

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Friday, November 22nd, 2013
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21. Friday, November 22, 2013 English Agenda
WN: Choose a topic from you’re the Sacred Writing Time or your November Bingo sheet!
Work on your Setting House Projects
PreAP Only – Discussion on The Giver as needed.
Projects due on Tuesday when you return from Thanksgiving!

22. The Giver – Day 2
WN: Why are memories important? In 2005, Rosa Parks, a major figure in the civil rights movement passed away. Why is it important to remember her and the role she played in our history?
Show video of Rosa Parks and the civil rights movement…

23. The Giver – Day 2
Will you have an effect on History? What part will you play? How will you be remembered?
The Emperor’s Club video clip
Begin a discussion with the question “Is it better for all people to be alike or for people to be different? List reasons for each opinion.

24. Monday, November 25, 2013 Objectives: Essential questions:
Writer’s Notebook ideas:
What are your family traditions for Thanksgiving? Are you at your house? Travel far away? Going just down the road?

25. Monday, November 25th, 2013 English Agenda
Remember to read over the Thanksgiving break! Have a wonderful time with your family and friends over the weekend!
Agenda is based on the curriculum set aside for all students that will be in attendance today…rotating schedule of class schedule only!
We will work on Math concepts ALL DAY!
Free day for all those that scored proficient or advanced last year!