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January 31, 2019

1/31/2019

Objective: I can cite strong and thorough textual evidence to compare a biography of Albert Einsten to “On a Beam of Light” in order to develop my analysis of how valuable visual texts are to our society (RI11-12.1).
Agenda:

Entry Task: Pick up the Biography Comparison sheet from the basket and sit where you can see to take notes and write.
- Answer the questions at the top of the handout
Follow along to the Comparing Text Types slideshow to compare the biography to the children’s book
- Popcorn read Albert Einstein Biography
- Watch the “On a Beam of Light” as it is read to you
Exit Task: Which text form do you value more? Why?

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January 30, 2019

1/30/2019

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Objective: I can cite strong and thorough textual evidence to compare Emily Dickinson’s “We Grow Accustomed to the Dark” in both a traditional and visual format in order to develop my analysis of how valuable visual texts are to our society (RL11-12.1).
Agenda:

Entry Task: Pick up the Poetry Comparison sheet from the basket and sit where you can see to take notes and write.
- Read and annotate the article “We Grow Accustomed to the Dark: Emily Dickinson’s Stunning Ode to Resilience . . .”
- Share out thoughts and ideas from the reading
Follow along to the Comparing Text Types slideshow to compare the traditional poem to a visual one

Exit Task: Which text form do you value more? Why?

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January 29, 2019

1/29/2019

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Objective: I can consider how valuable visual texts are to our society and draft my ideas about the question in a quick write (W11-12.5)
Agenda:

Entry Task: Pick up the comparing texts sheet out and sit where you can see to take notes and write.
- As we view the Visual Texts slideshow take notes in order to show your thoughts on how valuable they are.
Exit Task: Complete the Quick Write to answer: How valuable are visual texts to our society? Turn in for feedback.

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January 28, 2019

1/28/2019

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Objective: I can be (re)aquainted with the procedures and expectations for Mrs. Leonetti's class in order to be successful this semester.
Agenda:

Entry Task: Get a Chromebook and sit where you are comfortable to type. Sign in and wait for further instruction.
Complete the Procedures Scavenger Hunt in Google Classroom (j1v3ju)
- Review your Semester 1 assessments and get organized for Semester 2
Exit Task: Complete notecard with your goal for Semester 2

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January 24, 2019

1/24/2019

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Objective: I can demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage (L11-12.1), and I can determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words (L11-12.4).
Agenda:

Entry Task: Sit where you won’t be distracted by others for the tests.
Complete the Retakeable Grammar Test
Complete the Vocabulary Test
Exit Task: Use any extra time for updates to your About Me Portfolio

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January 23, 2019

1/23/2019

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Objective: I can produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience (W11-12.4).
Agenda:

Entry Task: Get out your Chromebook and review the directions for the portfolio reflection posted in Google Classroom
Complete the portfolio reflection and print it out once you have proofread.
- Place the reflection inside the folder
Review the rubric for the About Me Portfolio to make sure you have included all components
Exit Task: Complete the reflection on the rubric before turning in your folder to the teacher

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January 22, 2019

1/22/2019

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Objective: I can introduce the “best part of me” and organize a complex idea about myself so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a unified whole; include a heading and photograph formatted as the cover for my About Me Portfolio (W11-12.2a).
Agenda:

Entry Task: Sit on the floor and be ready to listen to the stories shown.
After the reading of The Best Part of Me, review what figurative language the children use in their stories--what did you notice?
Review the definitions of figurative language on the Best Part of Me handout
- Practice using the figurative language on five “parts” in the handout
- Try to select parts that are unique to you--they can also be internal.
Now it’s time for the photograph!
- For this part, you can use a picture you already have on your phone, but you may need to crop in order to focus on the “part”
- You may also take a new picture--feel free to use any filters or color elements that enhance the “part”
- Try to showcase in a way that helps to “reveal” the figurative language that you have incorporated
Trade your practices with a neighbor and star on your partner’s handout which of the figurative language are best used.
When you get your paper back, narrow it down to one “part” which you think is the best.
- Write a descriptive paragraph, poem, or letter to the “Best Part of Me” incorporating figurative language--the more the merrier!

Go back through and STAR your writing as this is a required component of your About Me Portfolio.
Exit Task: For this part, you can use a picture you already have on your phone, but you may need to crop in order to focus on the “part.” You may also take a new picture--feel free to use any filters or color elements that enhance the “part.” Try to showcase in a way that helps to “reveal” the figurative language that you have incorporated. Once you have selected a photograph, email it to your teacher to be printed out in color as a cover for your About Me Portfolio.

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January 18, 2019

1/18/2019

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Entry Task: Look at the punctuation portion of your Retakeable Grammar Test
Review the questions from the test over punctuation to make sure we understand each
- Complete titles lesson using the slideshow (slide 11)
Review your pretest vocabulary score
Play a jam over the 30 Words Every High School Graduate Should Know
Exit Task: Highlight the words on your test you need to continue to study on Quizlet or from your flashcards.

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January 17, 2019

1/17/2019

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Objective: I can use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual writing products in response to ongoing feedback in order to create a final “About Me” project that incorporates both required components as well as personally selected items (W11-12.6).
Agenda:

Entry Task: Get out your file folder as well as About Me Portfolio directions. You will also need your Chromebook.
- Now, log in to Google Classroom and open your returned “What’s in a Name” or “Telling Tales” Before printing, make any edits suggested.
- Don’t forget to add a picture!
- Print and organize into your folder
Type your “Day in the Life” or “Vignette”
Exit Task: Turn in your favorite of the two for feedback in Google Classroom

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January 16, 2019

1/16/2019

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Objective: I can analyze how an author's choices concerning how to structure specific parts of a memoir (e.g., the choice of where to begin or end a story, the choice to provide a comedic or tragic resolution) contribute to its overall structure and meaning as well as its aesthetic impact (RL11-12.5).
Agenda:

Entry Task: Look up the word aesthetic on your phone with a neighbor and explain what it means in the context of the objective today.
- Be prepared to share when called on
Read the introduction 15 Essay-Length Short Memoirs to Read Online on Your Lunch Break by Emily Polson
- Note the definition and characteristics provided in the Memoir Slideshow
- Look carefully at each option provided in the slideshow and read the memoir you are most interested in reading.

Exit Task: Complete Memoir Definition and Characteristics for the story you selected

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