1. “You Begin”—Margaret Atwood Copy this poem (or a favorite section) into a notebook/sheet of paper. Then have a written conversation with those around you.

2. Reminders Reading log due in my basket on Monday Also use the basket to show me work and get brief feedback. – Can be writing, but also reading notes, written convos…anything you want another mind to process – Use a sticky note to ask questions/tell me what you need. Check your cubby for returns/materials from me. Keep everything.

3. Today ~30 min Workshop Time – You may write and/or read for your reading log – No conversation during this time Brief, supportive peer conference Rose, thorn and bud

4. Supportive Conferences Group of 2-3 Author reads out loud from today’s work Reader(s) discuss: – What’s done well. – What’s interesting. – What we like.

5. Rose, Thorn and Bud On notecard (leave space for future use) – Rose: something cool that happened in your writing today – Thorn: Something challenging/frustrating that happened today – Bud: Something with potential that you hope is going to develop—something you’re looking forward to.