1. Day 1: Do Now
“Experience is simply the name we give our mistakes.”
Oscar Wilde
“Mistakes are the portals of discovery.”
James Joyce
Above are two quotes by two very famous authors. In your journals, describe what you think these quotes mean. Then answer, do you agree or disagree with them? Why or why not?

2. Writing Analysis Day!
Read the first sample paragraph you were handed. (Remember! This is a peer’s paper so be respectful even if you disagree with them!)
Find one positive element that you appreciated in the story and write it down
Reread the rubric you were handed.
Grade Sample 1 according to the rubric