Classwork
- Do Now: Vocab Unit 3, Quiz B
- Then: Read Camouflaging the Chimera by Yusef Komunyakaa and the author's background on p. 1349
- After: Respond to Critical Reading Question #5- parts a, b, c- on p. 1354 in essay format
Homework
- Continue to develop slideshow for The Things They Carried related presentation
Tuesday, September 11
Classwork
- Do Now: Responding to The Names by Billy Collins
- Then: Continue Powerpoint Workshop (focus on subtopics)
- After: Presentation Technique- focus on body movement
Homework
- Complete Draft 1 of slideshow for Thursday (Cover, Intro, Subtopic 1, Subtopic 2, Subtopic 3, Conclusion, Interesting Fact (optional), Bibliography in MLA format with a minimum of 7 pictures)
Classwork
- Do Now: Consider the New Your Times quote. What are the characteristics of a 'great book'?
- Then: Argument Essay #3: The Things They Carried is (or is not) a great book
- Next: Powerpoint check
- After: (time-permitting) Powerpoint Workshop
Homework
- Study for Vocab Unit 4, Quiz A
- Enrichment: Write a poem about something you carry with you. Use figurative language to express yourself. Let the audience imagine what you feel, rather than simply telling them. After you receive teacher approval, submit to Poetic Power for publication consideration! Essays may also be submitted after teacher approval is granted.
