Week Six

This Week at a Glance

(September 26-30)

Objectives

To demonstrate mastery of the elements and the literary devices/techniques in short stories

To identify and distinguish between the parts of a sentence

To identify the five sentence patterns (s-v)  (s-av-do)  (s-av-io-do)  (s-lv-pn)  (s-lv-pa) 

To demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary appropriate to grade level

To engage students in activities that develop higher-level thinking skills

To engage students in student-driven oral presentations (The Odyssey)

To identify and demonstrate an understanding of an epic hero

To analyze the development of the characters in Homer's The Odyssey

To identify and interpret literary devices and techniques in The Odyssey

To understand the plot in each episode of The Odyssey

Themes in The Odyssey

Respect for the gods is essential to survival.

There is moral justice in the world in that wrongdoing is eventually punished.

Self-control or the ability to restrain one's emotions and appetities is an essential quality in a civilized person.

A person must show courage and cleverness to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.

Monday

major test - the short story unit

Homework - Peruse the background information for Homer's The Odyssey (a handout).

Tuesday

video (The Greek Epic) and handout

Homework - Review the parts of a sentence.
Read and annotate "A Goddess Intervenes" and "Calypso, the Sweet Nymph."

Wednesday

sentence parts and patterns

Homework - none

Friday

The Odyssey Book I "A Goddess Intervenes"    Book V "Calypso, the Sweet Nymph"
Homework - Read and annotate "New Coasts" and "Poseidon's Son."

Reminders

Bring the GUM  (grammar workbook) to class on Wednesday.

Define words that you do not know as you read The Odyssey.

The Odyssey packets are ready for distribution.

Annotate as your read the episodes.

Unannounced reading checks will be given.

Sign the student-presentation sheet on Wednesday; the sheets are on the podium.

Consider using props and//or a power point, etc. when presenting the episodes.

I am available during lunch on Fridays for tutorials and make-up work.