The Cyclops

Today I will: 

-Define a new vocabulary word, and develop an example, non-example, draw a picture and develop a showing sentence using the vocabulary word.

-Describe a childhood memory using show-not-tell writing and sensory imagery by writing a paragraph.

-Read, analyze, and annotate “The Cyclops” with a focus on the characteristics of a hero

-Identify  connections between “The Cyclops” and the values of the ancient Greeks and form an opinion about the significance of the story

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Please Take out: 

-chromebook
-writing utensil

-Odyssey Vocabulary squares

Today's Agenda:

1. Bellwork Vocab: consent 
2.Finish reading "The Cyclops" and complete this assignment 

3. The Cyclops film clip.  Begin at minute 14, end at minute 25.

4. Writing: Childhood memories
5. Choose one memory to focus on for your essay and complete the Essay Organizer

Homework:

ALL: Focus on one childhood memory and fill out the Essay Organizer - due Tuesday 5/3

Honors: Read your supplemental novel and begin to think of your motif (try to read 1/3 of your novel by next Tuesday.

The Cyclops

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Today I will: 

-Define a new vocabulary word, and develop an example, non-example, draw a picture and develop a showing sentence using the vocabulary word.

-Describe a childhood memory using show-not-tell writing and sensory imagery by writing a paragraph.
-Read, analyze, and annotate “The Cyclops” with a focus on the characteristics of a hero

-Examine multiple representations of a cyclops, write observations, and make predictions about Odysseus’ encounter with the cyclops

Please Take out: 

-chromebook
-writing utensil

-Odyssey Vocabulary squares
-headphones

Today's Agenda:

1. Bellwork Vocab: distress  

2. Writing: Childhood memories
3. Cyclops Pre-reading: Go to Google Classroom, complete the assigned form, and turn it in.
4. Begin reading "The Cyclops" and work on gathering evidence of characterization on this assignment 

Homework:

Honors: Read your supplemental novel and begin to think of your motif (try to read 1/3 of your novel by next Tuesday.

Childhood Memories

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Today I will: 

-Define a new vocabulary word, and develop an example, non-example, draw a picture and develop a showing sentence using the vocabulary word.

-Describe a childhood memory using show-not-tell writing and sensory imagery by writing a paragraph.
-Comment on 10 classmates' "Where I'm From Poems"

Please Take out: 

-chromebook
-writing utensil

-Odyssey Vocabulary squares

Today's Agenda:

1. Bellwork Vocab: formidable

2. Appointment Clock 

3. Writing: Childhood memories
4. Read 10 other "Where I'm From" Poems and comment on each one

Homework:

ALL: Finish reading 10 other "Where I'm From" Poems and comment on each one.
Honors: Read your supplemental novel and begin to think of your motif (try to read 1/3 of your novel by next Tuesday.

The Hero's Journey and "The Chase"

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Today I will: 

-Discuss the effects of the lotus on Odysseus’ mens’ ability to complete their goal

-Identify how the hero’s journey archetype is represented in the short story “The Chase” by Annie Dilliard

-Identify the elements of a narrative, analyze a prompt, and begin to map out student’s own hero’s journey (as it relates to their  life)

Please Take out: 

-writing utensil

-HW: "The Lotus Eaters"

Today's Agenda:

1. Stamp Homework & begin Bellwork Vocab: adversity

2. Review "The Lotus Eaters" & Watch clip of the Lotus Eaters from Percy Jackson

3. Writing: Childhood memories
4. How can The Hero's Journey be found in the short story "The Chase" by Annie Dillard ?
5. The Hero's Journey Essay Intro

Homework:

Honors: Read your supplemental novel and begin to think of your motif (try to read 1/3 of your novel by next Tuesday.

I am Laertes' Son

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Today I will: 

-Use "I Am Laertes' Son" as a mentor text and write a poem about where you come from.

-Write a showing sentence about a new vocabulary word.

Please Take out: 

-Chromebook

-writing utensil

-highlighter

-HW: "Calypso, The Sweet Nymph"

Today's Agenda:

1. Stamp Homework & begin Bellwork Vocab: immortal

2. Review "Calypso, the Sweet Nymph" & revisit the painting

3. "I Am Laertes' Son" & "Where I'm from Poem"

4. BLOCK 3 only: Meet with honors about supplemental novel assignment

5. Odyssey Movie Clip (stop watching at 13:00)

6. Calypso Movie Clip (watch from 17:15-21:17)

    

Homework:

1. ALL: Read "The Lotus Eaters" and complete worksheet

2. Honors: Obtain a copy of your supplemental novel and bring it to class tomorrow.

Calypso, the Sweet Nymph

Today I will: 
-Predict what "Calypso the Sweet Nymph" will be about based on your observations on the worksheet provided.
-Differentiate between different types of imagery in "Calypso" and record your classifications on the worksheet provided.
-Synthesize parts of the story by answering two questions.
-Revisit the first painting the first painting and draw conclusions about what is really happening by writing a show-not-tell piece about the scene.

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Please Take out: 
-chromebook
-writing utensil
-highlighter
-HW: "Tell the Story"

Today's Agenda:

-Bellwork: show-not tell writing (Stamp HW)

-Return Lit. Circle Books (Put them in the box  and my aides will take them down)

-Read "Calypso, the Sweet Nymph" and search for imagery 

-Appointment Clocks

-Honors: Extra novel assignment (go to the library and get your books

    
Homework:

Finish "Calypso, the Sweet Nymph"

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Sing in me muse...and tell the story

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Today I will: 

-Practice how to write about a topic using imagery to make the story come alive for the reader.
-Recall effective diction and practice analyzing diction and detail through text evidence from "The Odyssey"

Please Take out: 
-chromebook
-writing utensil

Today's Agenda:
-Bellwork: show-not tell writing
-Read "Tell the Story" and search for diction to describe Odysseus

Homework:

Complete the Tell the Story Worksheet

Show-not-tell Writing

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Today I will: 

-Practice how to write about a topic using imagery to make the story come alive for the reader.

Please Take out: 
-chromebook
-writing utensil
-HW: The Hero's Journey in Film and Literature

Today's Agenda:
-Bellwork: Edit Timed Writing
-Share The Hero's Journey in Film and Literature HW
-show-not tell writing
    
Homework:

None

Let's begin "The Odyssey"

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Today I will: 
-Activate prior knowledge about Greek mythology through powerpoint 
-Take notes on Greek theatre, The Odysseyand elements of the Hero’s Journey
-Apply understanding of Hero’s Journey to a modern film or show via a writing assignment

Please Take out: 
-chromebook
-writing utensil

Today's Agenda:
Bellwork: Edit Timed Writing
1. Odyssey and Hero's Journey Introduction
2. The Hero’s Journey: 12 Stages
3. Start HW: The Hero's Journey in Film and Literature
    
Homework:

Finish The Hero’s Journey in film and literature worksheet

Let's Get Started!
Log in to Google Classroom and open the assignment "The Odyssey Introduction" and take notes directly on the powerpoint.

Literature Circle Timed Writing

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Today I will: 

• Analyze literature based on the theme of conflicts.  I will differentiate types of conflict and argue in a clear and cohesive essay about my Literature Circle book, selecting evidence to support my claim.

Please Take out: 
-a writing utensil
-2-3 pieces of paper
-I will give you your evidence collector

Today's Agenda:
1. Write your Literature Circle essay (Timed Writing)
2. Essay Format Guide

Homework:

None

Let's Get Started!
Write your name, date and block in the upper right hand corner.
Title your paper "Literature Circle Timed Writing"

Final Book Review and Timed Writing Prep

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Today I will: 

• Complete a final book review of my Literature Circle Novel on my blog.
• Diagram a teacher-created sample, identifying the parts of the essay

Please Take out: 

-A pen or a pencil
-A glue stick

-A chromebook
-Your Lit Circle Book

Today's Agenda:

-Final Lit. Circle Book Review

-Lit Circle Timed Writing Practice

-Lit. Circle Sample Paragraph Jigsaw

Homework: 

-Prepare for your Literature Circle Timed writing by going over the essay format and thinking about what the reader learns as a result of the conflicts s/he faces. Timed Writing is on Monday!

Timed Writing Prep

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Today I will: 

• Go over timed writing scoring rubric and calibrate with class sets of essays
• Construct well-written paraphrases as evidence that will support your thesis statement
• Synthesize information by writing a main thesis for literature circle timed writing.

Please Take out: 

-A pen or a pencil
-A piece of paper

-Lit Circle Book

Today's Agenda:

-Work on ES Collector

-Vlog Presentations (they should be posted on your blog with a written introduction)

Homework: 

-Finish reading your lit. circle novel by Friday, 4/15

Timed Writing Prep

Today I will: 

• Create a Do/What Chart after analyzing an essay prompt
• Go over timed writing scoring rubric and calibrate with class sets of essays
• Construct well-written paraphrases as evidence that will support your thesis statement
• Synthesize information by writing a main thesis for literature circle timed writing.

Please Take out: 

-highlighter

-A pen or a pencil
-A piece of paper

-Lit Circle Book

Today's Agenda:

-Lit Circle Timed Writing Explanation

*Do/What Chart

*Essay Format

*Brainstorm conflicts

* Work on ES Collector

-Meet with group about Vlog

Homework: 

-Finish reading your lit. circle novel by Friday, 4/15

-Make sure your Vlog is posted with a description/introduction by Thursday, 4/14

Vlogging

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Today I will: 

• Demonstrate breadth of knowledge regarding your Lit circle novel by producing a group video blog.
• Write a script for a Vlog about my Literature Circle novel

Please Take out: 

-A Chromebook
-HW: Theme

Today's Agenda:

-Bellwork: Sit with your lit. circle groups
-My peer tutors will collect your "Theme" HW from your desk.

-Turn in your Vlogging document in Google Classroom if you did not yesterday (each group member must turn in their own)
-Write an introduction to your Vlog on your blog and insert the Vlog as a part of your post. (due at the end of the block)

Homework: 

HW: Finish reading your lit. circle novel by Friday, 4/15