Hi all,
Today in class you were given a few minutes to go over your presentations before presenting to the class. Your energy was incredible throughout this assignment. Great work, everyone!
We finished up class by taking some notes on point of view and did a mini lesson on some grammar issues that I've noticed popping up.
See you next week! I hope you have a Happy Halloween!
Handouts:
POV Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4XSIYoQBjwhY0hSZmNaMlNNdzg/view?usp=sharing
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
"The Veldt" News Stories
Hi all,
Today in class you were given the entire block to work on your news presentations for "The Veldt." Presentations will occur in class tomorrow.
I'm really excited to see them!
No handouts today.
Today in class you were given the entire block to work on your news presentations for "The Veldt." Presentations will occur in class tomorrow.
I'm really excited to see them!
No handouts today.
Thursday, October 20, 2016
"The Veldt"
Hi all,
Today in class we completed your second vocab quiz. We then started to work on our broadcast news assignment for "The Veldt." We will work on these again on Wednesday (when I see you next) and will present them on Thursday. I'm excited to see them!
Good work everyone!
Handouts:
"The Veldt" News Assignment: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4XSIYoQBjwhNkNtcjFWMFBHd1k/view?usp=sharing
Homework:
If you would like to work on your news presentations, go for it! You will be given class time to work on them on Wednesday too, so no stress :)
Enjoy your long weekend you lucky kids!
Today in class we completed your second vocab quiz. We then started to work on our broadcast news assignment for "The Veldt." We will work on these again on Wednesday (when I see you next) and will present them on Thursday. I'm excited to see them!
Good work everyone!
Handouts:
"The Veldt" News Assignment: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4XSIYoQBjwhNkNtcjFWMFBHd1k/view?usp=sharing
Homework:
If you would like to work on your news presentations, go for it! You will be given class time to work on them on Wednesday too, so no stress :)
Enjoy your long weekend you lucky kids!
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
"The Veldt"
Hi all,
Today in class we started with a homework check of your vocab words in preparation for your vocab quiz tomorrow.
We then continued with our discussion questions about "The Veldt" from last class.
We finished class by watching a video version of the story, and I showed you a music video that uses the story as inspiration.
Here is a link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erkL_IqlupE
No handouts today.
Homework:
Vocab Quiz #2 tomorrow! Study tonight!
Today in class we started with a homework check of your vocab words in preparation for your vocab quiz tomorrow.
We then continued with our discussion questions about "The Veldt" from last class.
- Describe the goals and motivations of Peter and Wendy. What will they likely do with David? Why?
- What foreshadowing is there of George and Lydia’s fate? Give examples of ways in which they raise their children badly.
- How does Bradbury build atmosphere in the story?
- How are the children portrayed in the story.
We finished class by watching a video version of the story, and I showed you a music video that uses the story as inspiration.
Here is a link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erkL_IqlupE
No handouts today.
Homework:
Vocab Quiz #2 tomorrow! Study tonight!
Thursday, October 13, 2016
"The Veldt"
Hi all,
Today in class I reminded you of the importance of checking our class website. Please remember to check the website daily, as too many of you are forgetting due dates due to band days in between English days. Let's work on that!
Yesterday, there was some confusion over the homework check day for the vocab words. I will be doing the new homework check next Wednesday. You must have all definitions and sentences completed by that day.
Vocab quiz is next Thursday!
Today we read the short story, "The Veldt." You then got into groups to discuss the following questions and report back to the class:
-Describe the goals and motivations of Peter and Wendy. What will they likely do with David? Why?-What foreshadowing is there of George and Lydia’s fate? Give examples of ways in which they raise their children badly.
-How does Bradbury build atmosphere in the story?
-How are the children portrayed in the story?
No handouts today!
Homework:
1. Complete vocab definitions and sentences for homework check on Wednesday.
2. Study for vocab quiz on Thursday.
Today in class I reminded you of the importance of checking our class website. Please remember to check the website daily, as too many of you are forgetting due dates due to band days in between English days. Let's work on that!
Yesterday, there was some confusion over the homework check day for the vocab words. I will be doing the new homework check next Wednesday. You must have all definitions and sentences completed by that day.
Vocab quiz is next Thursday!
Today we read the short story, "The Veldt." You then got into groups to discuss the following questions and report back to the class:
-Describe the goals and motivations of Peter and Wendy. What will they likely do with David? Why?-What foreshadowing is there of George and Lydia’s fate? Give examples of ways in which they raise their children badly.
-How does Bradbury build atmosphere in the story?
-How are the children portrayed in the story?
No handouts today!
Homework:
1. Complete vocab definitions and sentences for homework check on Wednesday.
2. Study for vocab quiz on Thursday.
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
Plot Devices and "The Veldt"
Hi all,
Today in class I collected your found poem assignment. I cannot wait to read them! We then went over the vocab words for your next vocab quiz and you had time to get started on the definitions. There will be a homework check tomorrow to check for completed definitions and sentences. We then completed our third quick write of the year before moving into some notes on plot devices. We finished the class by reading the story, "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury.
Homework:
Vocab words and definitions due tomorrow. Vocab quiz next Thursday, October 20th.
Handouts:
Plot Device Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4XSIYoQBjwhYnJrcU9CXzFQU2c/view?usp=sharing
Vocab Words #2: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1257oWOe2eCZ8qhLjO86KngwhDTKyjC37lT8ON1do9nw/edit?usp=sharing
Today in class I collected your found poem assignment. I cannot wait to read them! We then went over the vocab words for your next vocab quiz and you had time to get started on the definitions. There will be a homework check tomorrow to check for completed definitions and sentences. We then completed our third quick write of the year before moving into some notes on plot devices. We finished the class by reading the story, "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury.
Homework:
Vocab words and definitions due tomorrow. Vocab quiz next Thursday, October 20th.
Handouts:
Plot Device Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4XSIYoQBjwhYnJrcU9CXzFQU2c/view?usp=sharing
Vocab Words #2: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1257oWOe2eCZ8qhLjO86KngwhDTKyjC37lT8ON1do9nw/edit?usp=sharing
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Reminder - Today is a Band Day!
Hi all,
Just a reminder that there was a switch to your calendar. Today is a band day.
See you tomorrow with your found poems!
Ms. Michalski
Just a reminder that there was a switch to your calendar. Today is a band day.
See you tomorrow with your found poems!
Ms. Michalski
Friday, October 7, 2016
Found Poems
Hi all,
Today in class you handed in your literary paragraphs and "The Sea Devil" questions. We then spent time talking about found poetry. We used a section of the short story, "The Sea Devil" to create found poems. If you were away today, use 4 pages of the story to start your found poem. Good copy found poems are due on Wednesday.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Handouts:
Found Poetry Assignment: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RkOoJ4TMAD7G1pSOiGCS6CpQln7U7XHaZKYJ0GU3buI/edit?usp=sharing
Homework: Found poem project due on Wednesday.
Today in class you handed in your literary paragraphs and "The Sea Devil" questions. We then spent time talking about found poetry. We used a section of the short story, "The Sea Devil" to create found poems. If you were away today, use 4 pages of the story to start your found poem. Good copy found poems are due on Wednesday.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Handouts:
Found Poetry Assignment: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RkOoJ4TMAD7G1pSOiGCS6CpQln7U7XHaZKYJ0GU3buI/edit?usp=sharing
Homework: Found poem project due on Wednesday.
Tuesday, October 4, 2016
The Sea Devil
Hi all,
Today in class we spent some time working on your paragraphs. We then took notes on the types of conflict in stories and read a new story together called, "The Sea Devil." I handed out questions about the story and you had time to work on the story questions.
Homework:
-"The Sea Devil" questions due Friday
- "The Father" literary paragraph due Friday. Good copy must be typed, double spaced and stapled to your paragraph outline.
Reminder: Bring pencil crayons and black felt pens (like a sharpie) for Friday's class.
See you Friday!
Handouts:
"The Sea Devil" Questions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14GgF-qQknFG-bof3KeOHq7723uHoc4fsBBxztedKSjs/edit?usp=sharing
Notes on Conflict: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4XSIYoQBjwhLV9acExkOUtMODA/view?usp=sharing
Today in class we spent some time working on your paragraphs. We then took notes on the types of conflict in stories and read a new story together called, "The Sea Devil." I handed out questions about the story and you had time to work on the story questions.
Homework:
-"The Sea Devil" questions due Friday
- "The Father" literary paragraph due Friday. Good copy must be typed, double spaced and stapled to your paragraph outline.
Reminder: Bring pencil crayons and black felt pens (like a sharpie) for Friday's class.
See you Friday!
Handouts:
"The Sea Devil" Questions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/14GgF-qQknFG-bof3KeOHq7723uHoc4fsBBxztedKSjs/edit?usp=sharing
Notes on Conflict: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4XSIYoQBjwhLV9acExkOUtMODA/view?usp=sharing
Monday, October 3, 2016
Literary Paragraph Writing Day
Hi all,
Today in class we did a quick review of the literary paragraph must haves. We looked at an example and discussed what was well-written and what could be improved in the paragraph. You were then given the majority of class time to write your literary paragraphs using your outlines to guide you. Paragraphs are due on Friday. Twenty more minutes of class time will be given tomorrow to work on paragraph writing.
Homework:
Finish writing and type out good copy of literary paragraph. Staple your good copy to your paragraph outline. Paragraphs are due on Friday, but can be handed in tomorrow if you are finished.
Handouts:
No handouts today.
Today in class we did a quick review of the literary paragraph must haves. We looked at an example and discussed what was well-written and what could be improved in the paragraph. You were then given the majority of class time to write your literary paragraphs using your outlines to guide you. Paragraphs are due on Friday. Twenty more minutes of class time will be given tomorrow to work on paragraph writing.
Homework:
Finish writing and type out good copy of literary paragraph. Staple your good copy to your paragraph outline. Paragraphs are due on Friday, but can be handed in tomorrow if you are finished.
Handouts:
No handouts today.
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