Today I returned the PORTFOLIOS you made for your 9th grade English class. The writing portfolios are to STAY IN YOUR LOCKER. We'll add to them once or twice each semester.
We discussed ACTIVE AND PASSIVE voice of verbs (Grammar Book page 600). If you did not complete page 600 1-10 in class it is homework.
We reviewed vocabulary lesson 3 pages 38 and 40 (1-10 each page).
I also returned A Pair of Tickets WS and collected Management of Grief. We discussed what a QUALITY response is so that expectations are set for future assignments.
BLOCK DAY:
First Half of Day:
Discuss LIT STORIES, Vocabulary, and Grammar
Second Half:
SUMMER READING TEST part 2 (you CAN use YOUR book)
LUNCH WEDNESDAY: Make-up test from week 1
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Monday, September 17, 2012
Tuesdays With Rene' ...
Remember September Tuesdays With Rene' is an opportunity to have lunch and talk. Next month...movies begin.
Monday 9-16-12
Today the HW for A Pait of Tickets was collected as well as the COMIC for Vocabulary Lesson 3.
Papers were passed back
In class we completed Vocabulary Book (Synonyms and Antonyms) page 39
Upcoming Assignments, all document links on Friday's blog post:
Tuesday 9-17
Active Read A Management of Grief (I gave out a copy of you did not have the same book as I do) and complete WS
TYPE the responses to ALL assignments. This ensures you have a copy on your computer if the one you turn in gets lost ... plus ensures I can READ what you write. Hand written work will NOT be accepted...unless it is done in class!!
BLOCK DAY: Summer Reading Test PART 2
Friday 9-21 Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 3 (Multiple Choice)
SUMMER READING PART 1 Make up test WEDNESDAY 9-19 at LUNCH in room 322
Monday 9-24
Paper #1 Draft submitted to www.turnitin.com by midnight
Tuesday 9-25 bring Paper #1 rubric to class
English 2 Paper1 CATE
Block Day: Literature Quiz (2 short stories)
Friday 9-28
Maus HW part 1 due
Vocabulary Test 1-3 (Multiple Choice)
Papers were passed back
In class we completed Vocabulary Book (Synonyms and Antonyms) page 39
Upcoming Assignments, all document links on Friday's blog post:
Tuesday 9-17
Active Read A Management of Grief (I gave out a copy of you did not have the same book as I do) and complete WS
TYPE the responses to ALL assignments. This ensures you have a copy on your computer if the one you turn in gets lost ... plus ensures I can READ what you write. Hand written work will NOT be accepted...unless it is done in class!!
BLOCK DAY: Summer Reading Test PART 2
Friday 9-21 Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 3 (Multiple Choice)
SUMMER READING PART 1 Make up test WEDNESDAY 9-19 at LUNCH in room 322
Monday 9-24
Paper #1 Draft submitted to www.turnitin.com by midnight
Tuesday 9-25 bring Paper #1 rubric to class
English 2 Paper1 CATE
Block Day: Literature Quiz (2 short stories)
Friday 9-28
Maus HW part 1 due
Vocabulary Test 1-3 (Multiple Choice)
Thursday, September 13, 2012
Summer Reading Make Up Test
5 people were absent and did not take the Summer Reading Test on Wednesday/Thursday this week..
The Make Up Test will be WEDNESDAY 9-19-12 at LUNCH
Pack your lunch and come to the classroom ASAP after the bell rings.
The Make Up Test will be WEDNESDAY 9-19-12 at LUNCH
Pack your lunch and come to the classroom ASAP after the bell rings.
Friday 9-14-12
Today is Vocabulary Quiz #2 ... Monday you'll get back the scantron AND both quizzes for studying purposes. Next week is Vocabulary Quiz 3 ... TEST on Lessons 1-3 will be Friday 9-28-12. I suggest you go back over the ones you missed so you are prepared for the test on the first three lessons!
After the quiz:
1. Read the UPFRONT MAGAZINEE
2. Start Reading MAUS - reading WS linked here...the first assignment is due 9-28-12.
3. ACTIVE Read from your lit book the following stories:
A Management of Grief and A Pair of Tickets. The WS for each book is linked here. A Management of Grief is Due MONDAY 9-17 and A Pair of Tickets TUESDAY 9-18
CHANGE ... found out your book does NOT have A management of Grief ... will get you a copy to read. READ A Pair of Tickets and complete that WS for Monday ... A Management of Grief for Tuesday.
4. DUE MONDAY...Create dialogue/a story in comic form using 10 of the words from Vocabulary Lesson 3.
Instructions:
1. Use the website MakeBeliefsComix to make your comic
2. Topic: your favorite food, your favorite TV show, OR your favorite movie
3. your comic needs to be using the "4 panel option" in the lower right
create TWO if you need to in order to use 10 words, and use them correctly!
4. print out your comic
5. highlight the 10 words from lesson 3
6. your choice ... neatly color when you finish ... if that adds to the story!
After the quiz:
1. Read the UPFRONT MAGAZINEE
2. Start Reading MAUS - reading WS linked here...the first assignment is due 9-28-12.
3. ACTIVE Read from your lit book the following stories:
A Management of Grief and A Pair of Tickets. The WS for each book is linked here. A Management of Grief is Due MONDAY 9-17 and A Pair of Tickets TUESDAY 9-18
CHANGE ... found out your book does NOT have A management of Grief ... will get you a copy to read. READ A Pair of Tickets and complete that WS for Monday ... A Management of Grief for Tuesday.
4. DUE MONDAY...Create dialogue/a story in comic form using 10 of the words from Vocabulary Lesson 3.
Instructions:
1. Use the website MakeBeliefsComix to make your comic
2. Topic: your favorite food, your favorite TV show, OR your favorite movie
3. your comic needs to be using the "4 panel option" in the lower right
create TWO if you need to in order to use 10 words, and use them correctly!
4. print out your comic
5. highlight the 10 words from lesson 3
6. your choice ... neatly color when you finish ... if that adds to the story!
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Block Day 9-12 and 9-13
The day will be divided in two parts:
PART 1
Review Vocabulary (pages 31 and 33 will be completed ...started Tuesday)
I'll pass out Upfront Magazines and Literary Elements and Figure of Speech Worksheets. ALL 3 go in the LITERATURE SECTION OF THE BINDER.
We'll discuss ACTIVE READING of Story of an Hour.
Topics discussed:
IRONY (your focus when reading)
HOW to look at the story ...discover publication date...time travel (Look at the story from 2012 perspective and the perspective of the audience at the time it was written)
We looked at Foreshadowing and Imagery also
Mrs. Walsh brought PSAT practice books ... Block 2 will get Friday as time ran out due to Mass running into class time
Part 2: Test ... those that miss the test due to absence ... Make up test will be next week. Date and time announced Friday 9-14-12.
HOMEWORK:
1. Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 2 on Friday (multiple choice)
2. Management of Grief (Lit Book Story) - Active read for Monday 9-17-12
3. Vocabulary Story due Monday 9-7-12 (comic topic/website to be given Friday in class)
4. A Pair of Tickets (lit book story) due Tuesday 9-18-12
5. Summer Reading Test Part 2 .... block days next week.
6. Start reading MAUS ... study guide posted on blog a few days ago ... first assignment due 9-28-12
PART 1
Review Vocabulary (pages 31 and 33 will be completed ...started Tuesday)
I'll pass out Upfront Magazines and Literary Elements and Figure of Speech Worksheets. ALL 3 go in the LITERATURE SECTION OF THE BINDER.
We'll discuss ACTIVE READING of Story of an Hour.
Topics discussed:
IRONY (your focus when reading)
HOW to look at the story ...discover publication date...time travel (Look at the story from 2012 perspective and the perspective of the audience at the time it was written)
We looked at Foreshadowing and Imagery also
Mrs. Walsh brought PSAT practice books ... Block 2 will get Friday as time ran out due to Mass running into class time
Part 2: Test ... those that miss the test due to absence ... Make up test will be next week. Date and time announced Friday 9-14-12.
HOMEWORK:
1. Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 2 on Friday (multiple choice)
2. Management of Grief (Lit Book Story) - Active read for Monday 9-17-12
3. Vocabulary Story due Monday 9-7-12 (comic topic/website to be given Friday in class)
4. A Pair of Tickets (lit book story) due Tuesday 9-18-12
5. Summer Reading Test Part 2 .... block days next week.
6. Start reading MAUS ... study guide posted on blog a few days ago ... first assignment due 9-28-12
Monday, September 10, 2012
Paper #1
Paper 1: CATE Creative Writing Contest (RUBRIC ATTACHED ON PAPERS PAGE OF CLASS WEBSITE)
Due Dates:
ROUGH DRAFT UPLOADED to www.turnitin.com by Monday 9-24-12 at midnight. Turn in rubric on TUESDAY 9-25-12 in class.
FINAL DRAFT UPLOADED to www.turnitin.com by TUESDAY 10-16-12 at midnight. Turn in rubric in class on block day 10-17 & 10-18
Maus Assignments
The Maus Page on the Class Website has the study guide for downloading.
Active Read ... and complete study guide to turn in by:
Maus I ... Up to ans including Chapter 4 by FRIDAY 9-28-12
MAUS I ... complete by Tuesday October 2
MAUS II ... Up to and including chapter 2 by Friday 10-5-12
MAUS II ... complete by Tuesday 10-9
Active Read ... and complete study guide to turn in by:
Maus I ... Up to ans including Chapter 4 by FRIDAY 9-28-12
MAUS I ... complete by Tuesday October 2
MAUS II ... Up to and including chapter 2 by Friday 10-5-12
MAUS II ... complete by Tuesday 10-9
Tuedays With Rene' ...
Tuesdays in September ... bring your lunch and join me in the classroom for conversation.
Tuesdays in October, November, and December ... MOVIES! Bring your lunch...bonus point opportunity...
Tuesdays in October, November, and December ... MOVIES! Bring your lunch...bonus point opportunity...
Monday 9-10-12
Today in class we started working on Vocabulary Lesson 2: Synonyms and Antonyms (page32)
Kleenex & $12.00 for the Upfront Magazines were collected.
UPCOMING ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK:
1. Story of an Hour in your lit book...page 314 or 306 depending on the edition you have), I linked an online version of the story in case you forget your book. ACTIVE READ...FOCUS ON the author's use of irony (the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning). DUE BLOCK DAY
2. Summer Reading Test PART 1 on BLOCK DAY. Short answer and essay format on BOTH BOOKS. Questions will be based off class discussion and SR homework. NEXT week will focus on literary elements related to the books.
3. Vocabulary Quiz Friday ... Multiple Choice Format.
You can Start working on MAUS ... study guide posted on MAUS page on Class Website.
Kleenex & $12.00 for the Upfront Magazines were collected.
UPCOMING ASSIGNMENTS DUE THIS WEEK:
1. Story of an Hour in your lit book...page 314 or 306 depending on the edition you have), I linked an online version of the story in case you forget your book. ACTIVE READ...FOCUS ON the author's use of irony (the use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning). DUE BLOCK DAY
2. Summer Reading Test PART 1 on BLOCK DAY. Short answer and essay format on BOTH BOOKS. Questions will be based off class discussion and SR homework. NEXT week will focus on literary elements related to the books.
3. Vocabulary Quiz Friday ... Multiple Choice Format.
You can Start working on MAUS ... study guide posted on MAUS page on Class Website.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Friday September 7th
Friday in class I will pass back all papers I have finished grading (Summer Reading and some Vocabulary Stories).
Before we take the VOCABULARY QUIZ, we'll do a quick review.
After the Vocabulary Quiz ... Start working on HOMEWORK that is DUE MONDAY:
1. Complete the Charts (Character and Conflict) as they relate to Summer Reading. Include page numbers for where evidence (data) would be found to support your statement (claim).
IF you cannot locate your chart ... or wish a new one...find it attached to the homepage of the class website.
REMEMBER ... a QUALITY response is in CLAIM, DATA, WARRANT format
Your DATA needs to be quality COW (think Filet Mignon) from the story ... and a generous portion to FILL the reader, do NOT leave the reader hungry!
Summer Reading TEST part 1 on Block Day next week ... short answer/essay format. Study homework, class notes, charts.
2. Vocabulary story ... lesson 2
Use all 20 words in a story ... type, double space, 12 point Times New Roman, 1 inch margins.
Underline, highlight, or bold the words as you use them.
Target ... 250-500 words ... include accurate word count
Remember: Give a title to your story (3 to 5 words that are catchy and get a reader to want to read your story)
Remember: stories have a beginning,middle, and an end. You need at least 3 paragraphs ... keep in mind - cover 1 idea per paragraph.
TOPIC: If you were a superhero what superpowers would you have? What would you be called? Would you live in the present...past...or future? Tell your story using ALL 20 VOCAB words from lesson 2. OPTION...NOT REQUIRED (but could be fun and descriptive): draw (neatly ... color too) a picture of you as a superhero.
Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 2 on Friday next week ... you will write sentences to illustrate a comic that I provide for you. There will be a short multiple choice section as well.
Next Week ... bring to class Vocabulary Book, Summer Reading, Grammar Book, and Literature Book
TRIVIA BONUS ... email me by Sunday at 4 PM...
The Bryan Brothers made HISTORY at the US Open on Friday 9-7-12. What record did they make?
Before we take the VOCABULARY QUIZ, we'll do a quick review.
After the Vocabulary Quiz ... Start working on HOMEWORK that is DUE MONDAY:
1. Complete the Charts (Character and Conflict) as they relate to Summer Reading. Include page numbers for where evidence (data) would be found to support your statement (claim).
IF you cannot locate your chart ... or wish a new one...find it attached to the homepage of the class website.
REMEMBER ... a QUALITY response is in CLAIM, DATA, WARRANT format
Your DATA needs to be quality COW (think Filet Mignon) from the story ... and a generous portion to FILL the reader, do NOT leave the reader hungry!
Summer Reading TEST part 1 on Block Day next week ... short answer/essay format. Study homework, class notes, charts.
2. Vocabulary story ... lesson 2
Use all 20 words in a story ... type, double space, 12 point Times New Roman, 1 inch margins.
Underline, highlight, or bold the words as you use them.
Target ... 250-500 words ... include accurate word count
Remember: Give a title to your story (3 to 5 words that are catchy and get a reader to want to read your story)
Remember: stories have a beginning,middle, and an end. You need at least 3 paragraphs ... keep in mind - cover 1 idea per paragraph.
TOPIC: If you were a superhero what superpowers would you have? What would you be called? Would you live in the present...past...or future? Tell your story using ALL 20 VOCAB words from lesson 2. OPTION...NOT REQUIRED (but could be fun and descriptive): draw (neatly ... color too) a picture of you as a superhero.
Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 2 on Friday next week ... you will write sentences to illustrate a comic that I provide for you. There will be a short multiple choice section as well.
Next Week ... bring to class Vocabulary Book, Summer Reading, Grammar Book, and Literature Book
TRIVIA BONUS ... email me by Sunday at 4 PM...
The Bryan Brothers made HISTORY at the US Open on Friday 9-7-12. What record did they make?
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
BONUS OPPORTUNITY
Warwick's Bookstore in La Jolla will have a book signing
THURSDAY OCTOBER 18th at 7:30 PM
Book Title: The Art Forger
If you attend the book signing by BA Shapiro and wish bonus points:
1. print this blog post and have it signed by an EMPLOYEE of Warwick's
2. take notes if she has a presentation
3. have your picture taken with the author. Bring this in THE Next day...with the picture (a group photo is OK)
Check with Warwick's before the even to see if anything changes in THEIR schedule.
THURSDAY OCTOBER 18th at 7:30 PM
Book Title: The Art Forger
If you attend the book signing by BA Shapiro and wish bonus points:
1. print this blog post and have it signed by an EMPLOYEE of Warwick's
2. take notes if she has a presentation
3. have your picture taken with the author. Bring this in THE Next day...with the picture (a group photo is OK)
Check with Warwick's before the even to see if anything changes in THEIR schedule.
Block Days September 5th and 6th
Block Days we'll correct vocabulary book page 26 and complete page 24 in class
QUIZ FRIDAY ... Multiple choice ... matching, fill in the black. Know the meaning of words, their part of speech, and their synonyms.
We completed a discussion of how to categorize our Summer Reading characters into categories:
Dynamic Round
Dynamic Flat
Static Round
Static Flat
We discussed COW to support the categorization (Filet Mignon ... a GENEROUS portion).
We discussed CLAIM, DATA, WARRANT format ... the data is evidence from story (quotes, page numbers, etc.)
I passed out a character and conflict chart. That will be due MONDAY. Details for completion will be explained in all blocks Friday before the quiz. If you misplace your chart, or wish a NEW one, just print a copy from the homepage of the class website.
QUIZ FRIDAY ... Multiple choice ... matching, fill in the black. Know the meaning of words, their part of speech, and their synonyms.
We completed a discussion of how to categorize our Summer Reading characters into categories:
Dynamic Round
Dynamic Flat
Static Round
Static Flat
We discussed COW to support the categorization (Filet Mignon ... a GENEROUS portion).
We discussed CLAIM, DATA, WARRANT format ... the data is evidence from story (quotes, page numbers, etc.)
I passed out a character and conflict chart. That will be due MONDAY. Details for completion will be explained in all blocks Friday before the quiz. If you misplace your chart, or wish a NEW one, just print a copy from the homepage of the class website.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Tuesday September 4, 2012
Today I collected money for Scholastic Upfront and Kleenex boxes
Don't forget to get them in by Monday September 10th
Homework Due Today: Vocabulary Lesson 1 Story (Topic: Summer)
In Class:
We completed an corrected Vocabulary Book p. 25 Synonyms and discussed Character Chart
Due Block Day:
Vocabulary Book page 26
Don't forget to get them in by Monday September 10th
Homework Due Today: Vocabulary Lesson 1 Story (Topic: Summer)
In Class:
We completed an corrected Vocabulary Book p. 25 Synonyms and discussed Character Chart
Due Block Day:
Vocabulary Book page 26
Friday, August 31, 2012
Writing Lab for 2012-2013
The Writing Lab will be held this year at LUNCH on
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Finishing August
We'll continue to discuss class procedures and items from teh syllabus both Thursday and Friday
We'll start to discuss the concept of Dynamic and Static, Flat and Round Characters in our summer reading literature.
The PASSWORD and CLASS ID for turnitin.com will be given out. Register by 9-1-12 (this is a homework grade).
Due Tuesday 9-4-12:
Type (double space) a story about an event from your summer vacation. Use ALL OF THE WORDS FROM VOCABULARY BOOK LESSON 1. Underline or highlight the words as you use them. Your story should be 200-250 words. Use Times New Roman font. (Print and bring to class). Write the number of words used...be honest.
Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 1 on Friday 9-7-12
Bring in $12.00 for Scholastic Upfront and Kleenex box by Monday 9-10-12
REMINDER...TUESDAY WITH RENE' BEGINS NEXT WEEK.
Bring your lunch!
***** Since I did not get everyone's summer reading homework back to them today, the Summer Reading tests will be changed to:
Summer Reading Test Part 1 ... Block Days 9/12 and 9/13
Summer Reading Test Part 2 ... Block Days 9/19 and 9/20
We'll start to discuss the concept of Dynamic and Static, Flat and Round Characters in our summer reading literature.
The PASSWORD and CLASS ID for turnitin.com will be given out. Register by 9-1-12 (this is a homework grade).
Due Tuesday 9-4-12:
Type (double space) a story about an event from your summer vacation. Use ALL OF THE WORDS FROM VOCABULARY BOOK LESSON 1. Underline or highlight the words as you use them. Your story should be 200-250 words. Use Times New Roman font. (Print and bring to class). Write the number of words used...be honest.
Vocabulary Quiz Lesson 1 on Friday 9-7-12
Bring in $12.00 for Scholastic Upfront and Kleenex box by Monday 9-10-12
REMINDER...TUESDAY WITH RENE' BEGINS NEXT WEEK.
Bring your lunch!
***** Since I did not get everyone's summer reading homework back to them today, the Summer Reading tests will be changed to:
Summer Reading Test Part 1 ... Block Days 9/12 and 9/13
Summer Reading Test Part 2 ... Block Days 9/19 and 9/20
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Block Days ... Week One
ON block day we'll do introductions. Everyone will tell the class about a favorite book and why it is a favorite. We'll also discuss The Library Of Congress exhibit BOOKS THAT SHAPED AMERICA.
I'll collect signed syllabus forms and we'll continue to discuss the syllabus and class procedures.
I'll pass out the Upfront subscription information.
I'll collect signed syllabus forms and we'll continue to discuss the syllabus and class procedures.
I'll pass out the Upfront subscription information.
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Welcome to ENGLISH 2 with Ms. MacVay!
I look forward to working with you this year. This week we'll explore class procedures AS well as discuss the summer reading.
Please bring your LITERATURE, VOCABULARY, GRAMMAR, AND SUMMER READING BOOKS TO SCHOOL EVERY DAY.
When we complete the summer reading unit, I'll let you know it is time to bring the next novel to class. In My Hands and Maus I and Maus II will be our next "unit".
Homework for tonight:
BOOKMARK and JOIN the blog ... if you have not already!
BOOKMARK the class website (found on blog too)
Read and sign (your parents need to sign also) the syllabus. Return signature portion.
Obtain the necessary supplies for class.
Please bring your LITERATURE, VOCABULARY, GRAMMAR, AND SUMMER READING BOOKS TO SCHOOL EVERY DAY.
When we complete the summer reading unit, I'll let you know it is time to bring the next novel to class. In My Hands and Maus I and Maus II will be our next "unit".
Homework for tonight:
BOOKMARK and JOIN the blog ... if you have not already!
BOOKMARK the class website (found on blog too)
Read and sign (your parents need to sign also) the syllabus. Return signature portion.
Obtain the necessary supplies for class.
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Enjoyable Books to read this summer...
If you have time...
Divergent by Veronica Roth
The book is the first installment of the series (three total I believe). The DYSTOPIA is set in Chicago after Lake Michigan has become a swamp. A coming-of-age theme runs through this fast paced adventure story...with a hint of romance thrown in to keep multiple audiences involved.
As I read other books, I'll share them with you here. Feel Free to leave a comment about titles you suggest as well so that your peers can take advantage of your recommendations!
Check out the International Reading Association Young Adult Choices BOOK LIST for titles you may enjoy ... a list of books teens select for teens!
Another interesting list of books comes from Accredited Online Colleges. They posted a list of THE 15 BEST NOVELS FORECASTING OUR FUTURE. These books include Clockwork Orange and Farenheit 451, books many 10th grade students enjoy reading on their own. Dystopian Novels are popular right now, why not check out novels that were written a while ago that talk of the FUTURE ... notice what has or has not come true! This year we will read Brave New World. The fictional world created 500 years after the Model T rolled off the assembly line actually has some eerie concepts in it ... there are concepts we can assume the author thought were far fetched ideas in the 1930s but have come true since the book was written.
Accredited Online Colleges published a list of 21 Classics That Make for Great Beach Reads. Check out the list if you are looking for something to read...THAT IS NOT REQUIRED. I have read To Kill a Mockingbird, The House on Mango Street, and Treasure Island from that list.
An interesting site I found this summer detailed how libraries took summer reading to a "new level" with reading contests, prizes, and social gatherings. Reading CAN be fun ... give it a chance! Read the article, 15 Libraries Taking Summer Reading to the Next Level to learn more!
Divergent by Veronica Roth
The book is the first installment of the series (three total I believe). The DYSTOPIA is set in Chicago after Lake Michigan has become a swamp. A coming-of-age theme runs through this fast paced adventure story...with a hint of romance thrown in to keep multiple audiences involved.
As I read other books, I'll share them with you here. Feel Free to leave a comment about titles you suggest as well so that your peers can take advantage of your recommendations!
Check out the International Reading Association Young Adult Choices BOOK LIST for titles you may enjoy ... a list of books teens select for teens!
Another interesting list of books comes from Accredited Online Colleges. They posted a list of THE 15 BEST NOVELS FORECASTING OUR FUTURE. These books include Clockwork Orange and Farenheit 451, books many 10th grade students enjoy reading on their own. Dystopian Novels are popular right now, why not check out novels that were written a while ago that talk of the FUTURE ... notice what has or has not come true! This year we will read Brave New World. The fictional world created 500 years after the Model T rolled off the assembly line actually has some eerie concepts in it ... there are concepts we can assume the author thought were far fetched ideas in the 1930s but have come true since the book was written.
Accredited Online Colleges published a list of 21 Classics That Make for Great Beach Reads. Check out the list if you are looking for something to read...THAT IS NOT REQUIRED. I have read To Kill a Mockingbird, The House on Mango Street, and Treasure Island from that list.
An interesting site I found this summer detailed how libraries took summer reading to a "new level" with reading contests, prizes, and social gatherings. Reading CAN be fun ... give it a chance! Read the article, 15 Libraries Taking Summer Reading to the Next Level to learn more!
Incoming 10Th Grade Summer Reading
All INCOMING 10th Grade Students are to complete ONE Summer Reading Assignment:
Read Tuesdays with Morrie and The Five People You Meet in Heaven
THEN
Complete the Summer Reading 20122013 document on the class website.
There are TWO documents linked on the website...the discussion questions are for class discussion ... they will not be collected...they are a study guide once class begins. You are welcome to look at them but not required to complete them.
Visit Mitch Albom's Website for his complete BIO and information about other books he wrote. I am EXCITED to get the upcoming release, The Time Keeper in August!
WE WILL watch the MADE FOR TV Movies based on each book in class. They ARE DIFFERENT than the books.
Please contact me if you have any questions! renemacvay@yahoo.com
Read Tuesdays with Morrie and The Five People You Meet in Heaven
THEN
Complete the Summer Reading 20122013 document on the class website.
There are TWO documents linked on the website...the discussion questions are for class discussion ... they will not be collected...they are a study guide once class begins. You are welcome to look at them but not required to complete them.
Visit Mitch Albom's Website for his complete BIO and information about other books he wrote. I am EXCITED to get the upcoming release, The Time Keeper in August!
WE WILL watch the MADE FOR TV Movies based on each book in class. They ARE DIFFERENT than the books.
Please contact me if you have any questions! renemacvay@yahoo.com
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