1. Warm-Up What I think “coming of age” means is… – First time, something you have to do, Warm-ups are to be completed silently and independently; they are a quickwriting exercise NOT a discussion exercise. Please write in complete sentences and pay attention to grammar and spelling. Write for 5 minutes!

2. Coming of Age: Let Me count the Ways! Objective: To be able to write a revised definition of “coming of age” using academic vocabulary (responsibility/privilege/etc.) after creating a timeline A. definitions for responsibility and privileges B. cue cards C. word bank

3. Timeline Independently create timeline – ages 13 through 21 As a small group share and fill in missing milestone events Create a Class timeline and categorize milestones as privileges or responsibilities

4. Definitions Write a revised definition below your original quickwrite about “coming of age.” Word Bank: Responsibility, Privilege, Empathetic, Altruistic, Obligation, Accountability, Opportunity, Knowledgeable, Educated, Sophisticated, Refined, Compassionate, Challenging, Perseverance, Exhilarating, Disappointing