Room 7 Edublog

OBJECTIVES
To utilize class time to focus on independent reading
To analyze grammatical structure in sentences
To know unfamiliar terms and how to use them in a sentence
To recognize and understand ways the author uses words to create meaning
To demonstrate willingness to take risks in analyzing themes and characters

BELLRINGER
5 minute silent reading and reading logs

AGENDA
Novel: The Giver
Continue reading, utilizing class discussion
Keep track of characterization
Review for final

HOMEWORK
Reading Logs

Students working on final: research paper analyzing 2 novels
Due by the end of class 12/16/14

Students either worked on their Caring for the Kenai project or their book report poster projects.

Laura Beeson (counselor) came in to work with students in sections on a program.

Students used time to work on their poster book report projects.

12/4-10/14
Completing final research paper due at the end of class 12/10/14

12/11-12/14
OBJECTIVES
To analyze an allegory
To determine theme, characterization, and symbols

AGENDA
M-T Read “Leaf by Niggle” by Tolkien; analyze and discuss

All students taking the 2 day district quarterly writing test: expository