Bell Ringer:

Write 3 original sentences using vocabulary words.  Underline the context clues

Closure: 

Write 2 original sentences using vocabulary words.  Underline the context clues

Write a Diary entry:

Write a diary entry from Vera's or Frampton's  point of view, describing the character's reactions/ actions during the story..  (You are the voice of the Narrator's mind / inner thoughts)

1. Students will review essay structure and methods to answer an essay question.

Applying the organizational strategies discussed in today's lesson, students will write a journal on the following:
They say you can't judge a book by its cover.  How does this saying apply to all five of the main characters in "Hearts and Hands" and "The Open Window"?

Be specific and use examples.

Friday, Vocab 20 test

Students will finish their essays and submit their work to www.turnitin.com


Students should be able to apply context clues and comprehend the full meaning of the terms.  As a result, they will be expected to write original sentences that include context clues in a section of the test.

Friday Homework:
Vocab unit 21 - due on Tuesday, 22
**This includes the unit, highlighted context clues AND 15 original sentences with the context clues highlighted

Looking Ahead:
3-Ring binder check on Friday,11/14 -Graded Check
**Please make sure to include four plot structure sheets and vocab packet
Assessment:  There will be a WRITTEN JOURNAL ASSIGNMENT ON Thursdayinformal ASSESSMENT WILL BE CONTINUALLY APPLIED THROUGH DISCUSSION AND Q/A SESSIONS
Closure:
use EACH DAILY bell ringer TERM IN A COMPLETE SENTENCE.  CIRCLE YOUR CONTEXT CLUES

Standards: 

R11.B.1: Understand components within and between texts.

R11.B.2: Standard - 1.2.10.D: Analyze inferences and draw conclusions, citing textual support, based on an author’s explicit assumptions and beliefs about a subject.

Understand fiction appropriate to grade level.

R11.A.2: Understand nonfiction appropriate to grade level.

-Analyze inferences and draw conclusions based on text

-Analyze the effectiveness of figurative language