"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

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

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Please Take out: 

-chromebook
-writing utensil

-Odyssey Vocabulary squares
-headphones

Today's Agenda:

1. Bellwork Vocab: formidable
    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 (Read 1/3 of your novel by Tuesday.

Childhood Memories

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Today I will: 

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

Please Take out: 

-writing utensil
-a piece of paper

-HW: "The Lotus Eaters"

Today's Agenda:

1. Stamp Homework & begin Bellwork Vocab: immortal and Bellwork Vocab: adversity

2. Review "The Lotus Eaters" & Watch clip of the Lotus Eaters from Percy Jackson
3. Comment on "Where I'm From" Poems

3. Writing: Childhood memories

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

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

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.

Please Take out: 

-Chromebook

-writing utensil

-highlighter

-HW: "Calypso, The Sweet Nymph"

Today's Agenda:

1. Stamp Homework & begin 
Bellwork: show-not tell

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

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

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)

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

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

    
Homework:

All: Finish "Calypso, the Sweet Nymph"
(a copy of the painting is below)
Honors: make sure to get your books asap - copy due in class on 10/28

Let's Get Started!
Log in to your blog and open a new post.

Sing In Me Muse...

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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

-HW: The Hero's Journey in Film and Literature

Today's Agenda:

-Bellwork: show-not tell writing

-Read "Tell the Story" and search for diction to describe Odysseus

-Honors: Supplemental Novel Assignment

Homework:

All: Complete the Tell the Story Worksheet
Honors: Honors: make sure to get your books asap - copy due in class on 10/28

The Hero's Journey

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Today I will: 
-Activate prior knowledge about Greek mythology through powerpoint 
-Take notes on Greek theater, The Odyssey and 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:
1. New Seats!
2."The Odyssey" Appointment Clock
3. The Hero’s Journey: 12 Stages
4. Start HW: The Hero's Journey in Film and Literature
    
Homework:

Finish The Hero’s Journey in film and literature worksheet

Need more examples? Here is a Graphic of the Hero’s Journey in 6 popular movies

Let's Get Started!
Let's line up for a new appointment clock!

Let's Start "The Odyssey"

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Today I will: 
-Activate prior knowledge about Greek mythology through powerpoint 
-Take notes on Greek theater, The Odyssey and 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:
"The Odyssey" Introduction
Bellwork: Edit Timed Writing

Homework:

None!

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
-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"

Literature Circle Timed Writing Prep

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Today I will: 

• Construct and organize well-written paraphrases to be utilized in the literature circle timed writing.
• Write Main Claim for TW

Please Take out: 

-a Chromebook

-your literature circle novel

Today's Agenda:

-Prep for Lit Circle Timed

Writing. Here is the Prompt

*Do/What chart

*Sample TKAM Paragraph that answers the prompt

*Timed Writing Rubric

*Calibrate Essays

*Work on Evidence Collector

Homework: 

-Finish your Evidence Collector and prepare for timed writing tomorrow

Vlog Viewing and Timed Writing Prep

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Today I will: 

• Demonstrate breadth of knowledge regarding your Lit circle novel by producing a group video blog.
• View each other's vlogs and comment on them.
• Construct and organize well-written paraphrases to be utilized in the literature circle timed writing.
• Write Main Claim for TW

Please Take out: 

-a Chromebook

-your literature circle novel

Today's Agenda:

1st and 2nd Block: 

-View Vlogs and comment
All Blocks:
-Lit Circle #5 Final Book Review
-Sample Book Reviews from other Young Adults

-Prep for Lit Circle Timed Writing. Here is the Prompt

*Do/What chart

*Sample TKAM Paragraph that answers the prompt

Homework: 

-Finish and publish your Final Book Review
-Write a Main Claim for your literature Circle Timed Essay

Vlogs and Literature Circle #4

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Today I will: 

• Demonstrate breadth of knowledge regarding your Lit circle novel by producing a group video blog.
• Apply your understanding of your reading to various selected themes making connections between events in your books and themes.

Please Take out: 

-a Chromebook

-your literature circle novel
HW: Theme

Today's Agenda:

1st and 2nd Block: 

-post your Vlogs

4th Block: 

-Lit Circle #4

Homework: 

-Finish reading your Literature Circle Novel and be prepared to write a review of the entire novel on Tuesday.

-Enjoy your weekend!

Vlogs and Theme

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Today I will: 

• Demonstrate breadth of knowledge regarding your Lit circle novel by producing a group video blog.
• Apply your understanding of your reading to various selected themes making connections between events in your books and themes.

Please Take out: 

1st and 2nd Block: 

-a Chromebook

4th Block: 

-a pen or pencil

-your literature circle novel

Today's Agenda:

1st and 2nd Block: 

-work on your Vlogs (they are due tomorrow)

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4th Block: 

-Lit Circle #3 Lesson: Theme

-Read

-Work on theme homework

Homework: 

Block 1 & 2 HW:

-Read the pages your group agreed on for
Lit Circle #4

-Complete vlog by tomorrow

Block 4 HW:

-Read the pages your group agreed on for
Lit Circle #4

-Complete Theme Worksheet by Friday

Essay Revisions

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Today I will: 

• Revise To Kill A Mockingbird essay on Google classroom based on editing Mrs. Serban has provided on Turnitin.com

Please Take out: 

-A Chromebook

Today's Agenda:

-Have you posted your "42" Movie Review?

-Essay Revisions - due at the end of the block for credit
-1st and 2nd Block: work on your Vlogs, or read your novel

Homework: 

Block 1 & 2 HW:

-Read the pages your group agreed on for Lit Circle #4

-Complete Vlog Assignment on Google Classroom by Thursday

-Complete blog by Friday

Block 4 HW:

-Read the pages your group agreed on for Lit Circle #4

-Complete Theme worksheet by Friday