February 8, 2019

Objective:  I can analyze an author's choices concerning how they structure specific parts of a text through reviewing the Seven Basic Plots when selecting my reading (RL11-12.5).
Agenda:

• Entry Task:  Pick up the Why This Book handout and answer the first four questions
• We will go to the library to select a book; if you brought one, bring it with you and sit at the table to complete your Why This Book and begin reading.  
  • Remember:  For the book you select, you will outline how it fits the plot, but you could also outline how you would write your own version of the selected plot--this can become one of your short stories for your anthology!
  • You will also “present” your book/plot to the class toward the end of the semester in order for others to learn from what you read and determine whether or not they would like to read that book as well.
  • There will be many styles of projects presented to you--anything goes as long as it shows the the plot you selected.  
• In the library, with your book:
  • Review the specifics for each of the plots, considering each carefully and complete the Why This Book

Exit Task:  Turn in your Why This Book and consider how much you will need to read outside of class in order to finish the book by the end of the semester. Of course you can read more--each completed outline is an optional assignment for credit!