Friday, August 26, 2010

Next Week at a Glance
Objectives
To identify and distinguish between the elements of a short story (plot, character, point of view, setting and theme
To identify, distinguish between, and demonstrate mastery of the eight parts of speech
To demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary appropriate to grade level
To draw inferences
To recognize an author's use of conflict
To predict events in a story
To put events in sequential order
To understand theme

Monday
Vocabulary Quiz #1 (tone words)
Homework - Study Words 1-30 and make flashcards. Ten points will be given to students who prepare flashcards.
Tuesday
Check flashcards.
audio (Listen to "The Most Dangerous Game") Complete a literary review as you listen to the story.
Wednesday
discussion ("The Most Dangerous Game")
Homework - Review the eight parts of speech.
Thursday
the eight parts of speech continued
Homework - Read "The Scarlet Ibis", and complete a literary review.
Friday
discussion ("The Scarlet Ibis")
Homework - Review the eight parts of speech; there will be a quiz/test on Tuesday, September 7, 2010.
Reminders
The second summer read assignment is due on September 16, 2010.
Remember, the literary reviews should be completed on the day that the story is assigned. Please bring them to class.

The due date for the second summer read project is Thursday, September 16, 2010. This differs from the date that was initially posted on the blog. Please make this change in your agenda.

Monday, August 23, 2010

This Week at a Glance
Objectives
To become familiar with the Pre-Advanced Placement English Course Requirements
To demonstrate an understanding of time management skills
To get acquainted with peers
To use context clues in sentences to identify tone
To identify the eight parts of speech and the parts of a sentence
Monday
course syllabus
Reminders
There will be a summer reading test on Friday, August 27, 2010. You will be given an assignment for the second summer read at a later date; the assignment will be due on October 2, 2010.
Homework
Return the signed portion of the course syllabus.
Bring the student information sheet.
Tuesday
Return the student information sheet.
Distribute vocabulary, explain tone, and the quiz format.
Wednesday
Read something that relates to tone.
Homework - Distribute construction paper and complete a tone activity. The activity will be explained in class.
Thursday
presentations (student information sheet)
Homework - Review the novel for the summer reading test.
Friday
summer reading test
Homework - Study tone words.