Library Check-Out

Objective: SWBAT read grade-level text.

• I can read grade-level text.
• I can manage time effectively.
• I can use pre-reading strategies.

IPI: 3

Writing Response:
Do you think great people in history would still be famous or held in such high regard had they been born in another time period? Provide an example of a famous person, and describe what character qualities or traits make them memorable.

To Do:
1) Turn in Bell-Ringers (11/26-11/30)
2) Discuss Expectations
3) Go to Library

• Check-out a Non-Fiction Book
• Read Independently

"The Gift of the Magi" Quiz

Objective: SWBAT demonstrate comprehension on an assessment.

• I can explain irony on an assessment.
• I can explain theme on an assessment.
• I can identify irony on an assessment.
• I can identify theme on an assessment.
• I can read grade-level text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
Describe Jim. What is he like? Is he rich or poor? How do you know?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) "The Gift of the Magi" Irony & Theme Quiz

Irony & Theme in "The Gift of the Magi," Pt. 3

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify irony in a text.
2. analyze theme in a text.

• I can identify irony in a text.
• I can differentiate between types of irony.
• I can analyze theme in a text.
• I can identify the topic of a text.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can use inferences.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What is the key way to tell the difference between topic and theme?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Finish Reading "The Gift of the Magi" H.O.
4) Complete Discussion Questions
5) Answer Follow-up Irony and Theme Questions

Irony & Theme in "The Gift of the Magi," Pt. 2

Objective: SWBAT -

1. differentiate between types of irony.
2. identify irony in a text.
3. analyze a text for theme.

• I can differentiate between types of irony.
• I can identify irony in a text.
• I can analyze a text for theme.
• I can read grade-level text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What are the three types of irony?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Begin Reading "The Gift of the Magi" H.O.
4) Answer Discussion Questions

Irony & Theme in "The Gift of the Magi," Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT -

1. explain irony.
2. identify irony in a text.

• I can explain irony.
• I can identify irony in a text.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can listen for information.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What do you think of when someone says that something is ironic?  Possibly give an example.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Irony & Theme Presentation

Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving Break--No School!

(School will resume on November 26th)

Parody in "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," Pt. 3

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify parody in a work.
2. explain parody.

• I can identify parody in a work.
• I can explain parody.
• I can compose a text with relevant and specific details.
• I can analyze a work for parody.

IPI: 3, 4, 5

Writing Response:
What are the biggest differences between the two versions of "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"?

To Do:
1) Continue Watching The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947)

• Modified Venn Diagram
• Parody Notes

2) Stop 15 minutes before class ends

• 3-Paragraph Parody Explanation Essay

Parody in "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," Pt. 2

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify parody in a work.
2. explain parody.

• I can identify parody in a work.
• I can explain parody.
• I can read-grade level text.
• I can summarize a text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
Why do you think Walter Mitty daydreams so often?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Finish Reading Aloud "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"

• Modified Venn Diagram
• Discussion Questions

4) Explain Parody Writing Project (Due Tuesday)
5) Begin Viewing The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947)

• Continue adding information to the Modified Venn Diagram
• Take notes on parodies

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) In 3-5 sentences, describe what has happened so far in your novel. Provide details.

Parody Composition/Library Check-Out

Objective: SWBAT -

1. read grade-level text.
2. compose a parody.

• I can read grade-level text.
• I can compose a parody.
• I can use pre-reading strategies to select a book for enjoyment.

IPI: 3, 4, 5

Writing Response: 

Compose a short parody about one of the following characters: a spy, a Casanova, or a surfer.

To Do:

1) Compose a Short Parody (5 minutes)

2) Turn in Bell-Ringers (11/12-11/16)

3) Discuss Library Expectations

• Behavior
• Non-Fiction

4) Library Check-Out

5) Independent Reading

Parody in "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify parody in a text.
2. explain parody.

• I can identify parody in a text.
• I can explain parody.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can listen for information.
• I can use a graphic organizer.
• I can compare/contrast.
• I can make personal connections to a text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response: 
What is parody?  How is it different from stereotypes?

To Do:
1) Turn in Soap Carving Book Report Project
2) Independent Reading
3) Reading Journal
4) Read aloud "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"

• Modified Venn Diagram
• Close Read Questions

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) What did you specifically like or dislike about your novel?  What are some changes you would've made had you had the opportunity?

Parody Presentation

Objective: SWBAT explain parody.

• I can identify parody.
• I can differentiate between parodies and stereotypes.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can identify imagery.

IPI: 3, 4

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Parody Presentation
4) Watch Parody Example: The Great Dictator [excerpt]

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) Provide an example of effective imagery from your story (sight, sound, smell, taste, or touch).

"The Treasure of Lemon Brown" Quiz

Objective: SWBAT demonstrate comprehension.

• I can demonstrate comprehension.
• I can identify elements of characterization.
• I can identify elements of perspective.
• I can differentiate between types of perspective.
• I can differentiate between types of characterization.
• I can record specific and relevant details.
• I can demonstrate comprehension of previously taught concepts.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can identify elements of mood.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What does the following passage tell you about the person speaking? "If the peasants have no bread, let them eat cake.

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Finish "The Treasure of Lemon Brown" (if needed)
4) "The Treasure of Lemon Brown" Quiz

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) What is the mood of your story?  Copy some key words that help convey this feeling?

Character & Perspective in "The Treasure of Lemon Brown," Pt. 3

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify characterizations.
2. identify perspective.

• I can identify characterizations.
• I can identify perspective.
• I can differentiate between types of perspective.
• I can differentiate between types of characterization.
• I can record specific and relevant details.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can identify stages of plot.
• I can differentiate between stages of plot.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What was the Harlem Renaissance?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Small Group Reading of "The Treasure of Lemon Brown"

• P.O.V. Identification
• Characterization Examples (x5)
• Quote from the text
• Explain how the quote displays characterization

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) What stage of plot is your story set in?  How can you tell by what's going on?

Characterization & Perspective in "The Treasure of Lemon Brown," Pt. 2

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify character in a text.
2. identify perspective in a text.

• I can identify character in a text.
• I can differentiate between types of characterization in a text.
• I can identify perspective in a text.
• I can differentiate between types of perspective in a text.
• I can make personal connections to a text.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
What is something you cherish?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Harlem Renaissance Background Information

• The Harlem Renaissance via History
• Billie Holiday's "Strange Fruit"

4) Begin "The Treasure of Lemon Brown" (pg. 170)

• Identify P.O.V.
• Characterization Examples (x5)

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) What point of view is your story written in?  How can you tell?

Characterization & Perspective in "The Treasure of Lemon Brown," Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT apply pre-reading strategies to aid in comprehension while reading.

• I can identify characters in a text.
• I can listen for information.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can differentiate between types of characterization.
• I can apply pre-reading strategies.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response: 
What are different ways characterization can be used?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Review P.O.V., Characterization, & Motivation
4) Pre-reading Vocabulary (Pg. 169, 1-8)

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) Provide an example of characterization in your story?  How do you find out about them?

Characterization & Perspective

Objective: SWBAT -

1. identify character in a text.
2. identify perspective in a text.

• I can identify character in a text.
• I can identify perspective in a text.
• I can listen for information.
• I can read grade-level text.
• I can differentiate between types of characterization.
• I can differentiate between types of perspective

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response:
How could the perspective a story is told from affect the story?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Whole Group Reading "Characterization" & "Motivation" (Pgs. 162 & 164)
4) Collaborative Small Group Learning Close Read Questions (Pgs. 163 & 165)

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) What type of conflict is present in your novel?  What problem has the protagonist had to face? 

"The Hitchhiker" Analysis & Comparison, Pt. 2

Objective: SWBAT make a critical evaluation of a work.

• I can listen and watch for information.
• I can make a critical evaluation of a work.
• I can use a graphic organizer.

IPI: 3

Writing Response: 
What were the biggest differences you noticed from the film yesterday?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Finish watching The Twilight Zone episode "The Hitch-hiker"

• Venn Diagram
• Follow-up Questions

Reading Journal:
1) Title & Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) Who is the antagonist of your novel?  How is it evident that the antagonist is against the protagonist? What does he/she/it/they do?

Soap Carving Book Report Project/"The Hitchhiker" Analysis & Comparison, Pt. 1

Objective: SWBAT compare and contrast different works.

• I can listen for information.
• I can read grade-level instructional text.
• I can use a graphic organizer.
• I can organize information.
• I can compare and contrast different works.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response: What do you remember about the protagonist of "The Hitchhiker"?  Please describe the character, the character's actions, etc.

• This will be used to show the first contrast on the Venn Diagram for the radio play/episode comparison

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Discuss the Soap Carving Book Report Project

• Handout Provided
• Examples Shown

4) Begin watching The Twilight Zone episode "The Hitchhiker"
5) Compare and contrast the episode to the radio play using a Venn Diagram

Reading Journal:
1) Title and Author
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) Summarize what is currently happening in your novel in 3-5 sentences.

Library Check-Out: Fiction

Objective: SWBAT read grade-level text.
I can read grade-level text.
I can apply pre-reading strategies to determine interest in a text.
I can differentiate between fiction and non-fiction works.

IPI: 3, 6

Writing Response: What types of stories do you usually enjoy (action, adventure, horror, romance, etc.)?

To Do:
1) Finish ABC Book Report Presentations (Make-Up Day)
2) Go to library to check-out reading books

• fiction
• 150 pg. (minimum)

3) Independent Reading

Imagery & Foreshadowing in "The Hitchhiker," Pt. 3

Objective: SWBAT analyze a text for foreshadowing.

• I can read grade-level text.
• I can listen for information.
• I can analyze a text for foreshadowing.

IPI: 3, 4

Writing Response (Review): What has happened so far in "The Hitchhiker"?  What do you think will happen next?

To Do:
1) Independent Reading
2) Reading Journal
3) Finish reading "The Hitchhiker"

• Foreshadowing Guided Reading Questions

Reading Journal:
1) Author & Title
2) Pg. # Start - Pg. # End
3) Draw the protagonist of your novel based of the description provided of him/her/it.