Today's Objective:
Students will study and replicate conventions of everyday dialogue.
Today's SAT Word: Conventions (n)
Rules or norms of behavior
"The conventions of English sentence-writing require punctuation before quotation."
Today's Soundtrack: "Talk" by Coldplay
We have chosen this song today because it focuses on the simple matter of basic human communication. Our easiest way to get our message across to one another is simply to "talk" with one another. For that reason, we'll be examining the conventions of everyday human dialogue -- how to write and punctuate it when we talk back and forth with one another.
Today's Warm-Up Question:
Think about your favorite television shows or movies. They are FILLED with memorable quotes! On a lined sheet of paper in your RRN, write down (and number) your FIVE favorite quotes from your favorite television shows or movies! If you can’t think of five examples – write down your five favorite (classroom appropriate!) song lyrics or sayings that you personally enjoy.
Today's Lesson Notes: (None)
Tonight's Homework: Study for TUESDAY's test! The test will be on Amy Tan's "Two Kinds," as well as the CONVENTIONS of basic punctuation, dialogue, and making an argument by using examples from a text. If you review your notes and if you paid attention in class this week, YOU WILL PASS THIS TEST WITH FLYING COLORS!!!
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Thursday, September 23 (E10)
Today's Objective: S.W. use a variety of pre- , during, and post- reading strategies in order to read fiction.
Today's SAT Word: Consternation (n)
A confused amazement or fear.
"When the fire-breathing dragon stormed the castle, the King trembled in consternation."
Today's Soundtrack:
We have chosen NOT to enter class to a song today, as our story discusses the issues of handicaps. For this reason, today's instruction began in silence and in sign language in order to acclimate students with the various everyday challenges that are associated with physical and mental handicaps.
Today's Warm-Up Question: (Is a timed race -- see notes)
Today's Lesson Notes: Click here.
Tonight's Homework: Reflection paragraph: Why did Kurt Vonnegut write this story? What is the author's message here? What do you think he is trying to say through this story?
Today's SAT Word: Consternation (n)
A confused amazement or fear.
"When the fire-breathing dragon stormed the castle, the King trembled in consternation."
Today's Soundtrack:
We have chosen NOT to enter class to a song today, as our story discusses the issues of handicaps. For this reason, today's instruction began in silence and in sign language in order to acclimate students with the various everyday challenges that are associated with physical and mental handicaps.
Today's Warm-Up Question: (Is a timed race -- see notes)
Today's Lesson Notes: Click here.
Tonight's Homework: Reflection paragraph: Why did Kurt Vonnegut write this story? What is the author's message here? What do you think he is trying to say through this story?
Wednesday, September 21 (E10)
1B and 2B E10 -
The regularly scheduled lesson for today's class has been postponed in order to allow all tenth grade students to complete their SRI exams.
1B and 2B E10 HOMEWORK:
"The Interlopers" final assignment is now available to view online.
Students must submit
EITHER...
a) ONE (1) properly formatted poem, or song, or rap (see handout for complete details)
OR
b) FIVE (5) properly formated and illustrated "vocab blocks" (see handout for complete details)
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT:
Students *MUST* staple all of their submitted materials behind the assignment rubric.
4B E10 Honors:
Today's Objective: S.W. use a variety of pre- , during, and post- reading strategies in order to read fiction.
Today's SAT Word: Fiasco (n)
A complete disaster.
"The Broncos defense prayed for a miracle, but the game was a total fiasco with a final score of 35-0."
Today's Soundtrack:
We have chosen NOT to enter class to a song today, as our story discusses the issues of handicaps. For this reason, today's instruction began in silence and in sign language in order to acclimate students with the various everyday challenges that are associated with physical and mental handicaps.
Today's Warm-Up Question: (Is a timed race -- see notes)
Today's Lesson Notes: Click here.
Tonight's Homework: Reflection paragraph: Why did Kurt Vonnegut write this story? What is the author's message here? What do you think he is trying to say through this story?
The regularly scheduled lesson for today's class has been postponed in order to allow all tenth grade students to complete their SRI exams.
1B and 2B E10 HOMEWORK:
"The Interlopers" final assignment is now available to view online.
Students must submit
EITHER...
a) ONE (1) properly formatted poem, or song, or rap (see handout for complete details)
OR
b) FIVE (5) properly formated and illustrated "vocab blocks" (see handout for complete details)
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT:
Students *MUST* staple all of their submitted materials behind the assignment rubric.
4B E10 Honors:
Today's Objective: S.W. use a variety of pre- , during, and post- reading strategies in order to read fiction.
Today's SAT Word: Fiasco (n)
A complete disaster.
"The Broncos defense prayed for a miracle, but the game was a total fiasco with a final score of 35-0."
Today's Soundtrack:
We have chosen NOT to enter class to a song today, as our story discusses the issues of handicaps. For this reason, today's instruction began in silence and in sign language in order to acclimate students with the various everyday challenges that are associated with physical and mental handicaps.
Today's Warm-Up Question: (Is a timed race -- see notes)
Today's Lesson Notes: Click here.
Tonight's Homework: Reflection paragraph: Why did Kurt Vonnegut write this story? What is the author's message here? What do you think he is trying to say through this story?
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Tuesday, September 21 (E9)
Today's Objective: Students will use examples from the text to support their own arguments.
Today's SAT Word: Fiasco (n) - A complete failure.
"The Jets defense hoped to stop the attack, but the game turned into a complete fiasco with a final score of 35-0."
Today's Soundtrack: "Cleaning Out My Closet" (radio edit) by Eminem
We have chosen this song today because it speaks of a child's frustration and a mother's disappointment. Today in class, we will conclude our reading of Amy Tan's "Two Kinds," and we will examine the challenge of a frustrated and disappointed relationship between mother and child.
Today's Warm-Up Question: “PICK ONE OF THESE ISSUES AND TELL ME WHERE YOU STAND ON IT AND WHY.”
Select one of the following issues and tell me what your stance on that issue is. After selecting the issue and telling me your stance on it, give me THREE REASONS why you feel the way that you do about that particular issue.
ABORTION
DEATH PENALTY
CELL PHONES IN SCHOOL
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
Today's Lesson Notes: Click here.
Tonight's Homework:
Respond to the following WriteAbout question in your Reader/Writer Notebook:
•Write your own 1-2 minute dialogue between two individuals (real or fictional), like the author, Amy Tan, did. Apply the conventions for punctuating dialogue.
•Make your dialogue realistic so that it reveals more about your characters and thechallenge you are writing about.
Today's SAT Word: Fiasco (n) - A complete failure.
"The Jets defense hoped to stop the attack, but the game turned into a complete fiasco with a final score of 35-0."
Today's Soundtrack: "Cleaning Out My Closet" (radio edit) by Eminem
We have chosen this song today because it speaks of a child's frustration and a mother's disappointment. Today in class, we will conclude our reading of Amy Tan's "Two Kinds," and we will examine the challenge of a frustrated and disappointed relationship between mother and child.
Today's Warm-Up Question: “PICK ONE OF THESE ISSUES AND TELL ME WHERE YOU STAND ON IT AND WHY.”
Select one of the following issues and tell me what your stance on that issue is. After selecting the issue and telling me your stance on it, give me THREE REASONS why you feel the way that you do about that particular issue.
ABORTION
DEATH PENALTY
CELL PHONES IN SCHOOL
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
Today's Lesson Notes: Click here.
Tonight's Homework:
Respond to the following WriteAbout question in your Reader/Writer Notebook:
•Write your own 1-2 minute dialogue between two individuals (real or fictional), like the author, Amy Tan, did. Apply the conventions for punctuating dialogue.
•Make your dialogue realistic so that it reveals more about your characters and thechallenge you are writing about.
Tuesday, September 21 (E10)
The regularly scheduled lesson for today's class has been postponed in order to allow all tenth grade students to complete their SRI exams.
HOMEWORK: "The Interlopers" final assignment is now available to view online. Students must submit EITHER...
a) ONE (1) properly formatted poem, or song, or rap (see handout for complete details)
OR
b) FIVE (5) properly formated and illustrated "vocab blocks" (see handout for complete details)
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT:
Students *MUST* staple all of their submitted materials behind the assignment rubric.
HOMEWORK: "The Interlopers" final assignment is now available to view online. Students must submit EITHER...
a) ONE (1) properly formatted poem, or song, or rap (see handout for complete details)
OR
b) FIVE (5) properly formated and illustrated "vocab blocks" (see handout for complete details)
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT:
Students *MUST* staple all of their submitted materials behind the assignment rubric.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Monday, September 20 (E10)
The regularly scheduled lesson for today's class has been postponed in order to allow all tenth grade students to complete their SRI exams.
Students should continue studying their Interlopers vocabulary for homework.
E10 4B Honors -
HOMEWORK: "The Interlopers" final assignment is now available to view online.
Students must submit EITHER...
a) ONE (1) properly formatted poem, or song, or rap (see handout for complete details)
OR
b) FIVE (5) properly formated and illustrated "vocab blocks" (see handout for complete details)
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT:
Students *MUST* staple all of their submitted materials behind the assignment rubric.
Students should continue studying their Interlopers vocabulary for homework.
E10 4B Honors -
HOMEWORK: "The Interlopers" final assignment is now available to view online.
Students must submit EITHER...
a) ONE (1) properly formatted poem, or song, or rap (see handout for complete details)
OR
b) FIVE (5) properly formated and illustrated "vocab blocks" (see handout for complete details)
IN ORDER TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS ASSIGNMENT:
Students *MUST* staple all of their submitted materials behind the assignment rubric.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Friday, September 17 (E10)
The regularly scheduled lesson for today's class has been postponed in order to allow all tenth grade students to complete their SRI exams.
Students should continue studying their Interlopers vocabulary for homework.
Students should continue studying their Interlopers vocabulary for homework.
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