1. Take out “The Rocking Horse Winner” and a sheet of paper
Do Now:
Take out “The Rocking Horse Winner” and a sheet of paper

2. September 13, 2017
Objective: to understand different perspectives of Paul’s situation through a class debate
Opening: Rules and expectations
Work period: Debate
Closing: Opposing paragraph

3. Finish paragraph if you did not do so in class.
Homework
Finish paragraph if you did not do so in class.

4. What’s going to happen... Was Paul’s gift a blessing or curse?
Each side of the room will debate the topic:
Was Paul’s gift a blessing or curse?
5 minutes to prepare, write notes with group
Debate amongst yourselves, Ms. Fierst as judge
Take notes on other side’s arguments
You will be writing a short paragraph supporting the opposing side’s argument to show your participation
The side with the strongest argument wins!

6. Paragraph Short: 5-7 sentences Supporting opposing side’s argument
Start with a thesis statement!
Use actual points they made in class- I have the info!!
Check for grammar and spelling
Worth 10 points