As you read through the novel, Sold by Patricia McCormick, you should be keeping some Book Notes. It is suggested that you have a foolscap sheet by your side as you read so that you can keep notes on the following:
1. Setting - the novel takes place in two countries (Nepal then India). Make sure to take note of the descriptions of the setting where Lakshmi is
2. Names of characters - who are they and how are they related to Lakshmi?
*Note: Auntie refers to any lady that is older than Lakshmi. It is a term of respect.
3. Questions - record any questions you have as you are reading - they can be about the plot, characters, themes, cultural procedures, etc. Remember to also include the page number.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Monday, October 31, 2011
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Researching the Issue
Learning about India and Nepal
For each country, find information on the following...
1. Gain a better understanding about the history of the country (brief, but interesting)
2. Population and current factoids (ie, Religion(s), languagues, economy, politics, industrialization levels, etc)
3. Three(3) tidbits of interest (what do you find interesting?)
4. Three (3) places that you would like to visit someday? Why?
Due Monday, October 31st, 2011
Hagar is an organization that works with women who have been part of the Human Trafficking industry. Use this link to find out more facts about this subject.
For each country, find information on the following...
1. Gain a better understanding about the history of the country (brief, but interesting)
2. Population and current factoids (ie, Religion(s), languagues, economy, politics, industrialization levels, etc)
3. Three(3) tidbits of interest (what do you find interesting?)
4. Three (3) places that you would like to visit someday? Why?
Due Monday, October 31st, 2011
Hagar is an organization that works with women who have been part of the Human Trafficking industry. Use this link to find out more facts about this subject.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
The story of Hagar
Letters to the Editor. Over the next few weeks you should be looking over a few examples of letters to the editor on your own. Whether you find them in the Star Phoenix or another news paper or media source you should look for the following things:
- How does the letter begin?
- What is it written in response to? How do you know?
- Does the author use facts or just state opinions?
- What is their purpose in writing the letter? Is it achieved?
Whenever possible keep a copy of a letter you find is written well.
Today we also looked at Genesis 16 and the Story of Hagar.
- How does the letter begin?
- What is it written in response to? How do you know?
- Does the author use facts or just state opinions?
- What is their purpose in writing the letter? Is it achieved?
Whenever possible keep a copy of a letter you find is written well.
Today we also looked at Genesis 16 and the Story of Hagar.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Human Rights
We will soon be starting our novel study. This will be an intestive look into a very controversial subject. Many of the topics and ideas presented in this novel WILL make you uncomfortable. The purpose of the study is not to leave you in that place of unrest but to foster empathy. It is my hope that through the reading of this story, discussions in class, and assignments you will learn about the world you live in and the active role you can play in changing it.
A letter will soon be going home to your parents informing them of my intentions with this novel. I encourage you to include them in your discussions and learning about this topic. Their ideas and thoughts will allow you to bring a richer depth to the conversations we have in the classroom.
A letter will soon be going home to your parents informing them of my intentions with this novel. I encourage you to include them in your discussions and learning about this topic. Their ideas and thoughts will allow you to bring a richer depth to the conversations we have in the classroom.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
12 Angry Men Poster assignment
Alright, we have learned about the four elements that make up an effective poster. Now you will design a poster for the movie 12 Angry Men.
Think about:
- Themes
- Characters
- Plot
Focus on:
- Design
- Purpose
- Audience
- Message
Assignment must include:
1. Outline (mind map which includes notes for Design, Purpose, Audience and Message)
2. Poster - 8 1/2 by 11 - you can use colour or not - all up to you but be intentional
3. Reflection - should be a paragraph of two in which you explain the Design, Purpose, Audience and Message that you focused on. Show me what you know using details and examples from your poster. Should be no more than 1 -1 1/2 pages.
Due: Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
Think about:
- Themes
- Characters
- Plot
Focus on:
- Design
- Purpose
- Audience
- Message
Assignment must include:
1. Outline (mind map which includes notes for Design, Purpose, Audience and Message)
2. Poster - 8 1/2 by 11 - you can use colour or not - all up to you but be intentional
3. Reflection - should be a paragraph of two in which you explain the Design, Purpose, Audience and Message that you focused on. Show me what you know using details and examples from your poster. Should be no more than 1 -1 1/2 pages.
Due: Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Journal
Journals are due in for the first evaluation. Due Friday, Oct. 7th.
Please include:
1. Contents page - with the list of the journal entries we have done so far (one of which will be your rough copy that has been edited)
2. Good copy of the work you wish for me to evaluate
3. Pink sheet "Look here." This should also articulate those areas of your writing process that you would like me to notice. Include what you have done well, indicate those areas that you have identified as your problem areas for writing and need a bit of guidance and any other that you want me to note.
4. All of these components must be in a duo-tang or other report cover. Please do not hand in a sheaf of papers that have been stapled or paper clipped. Presentation is important but don't go overboard.
Please include:
1. Contents page - with the list of the journal entries we have done so far (one of which will be your rough copy that has been edited)
2. Good copy of the work you wish for me to evaluate
3. Pink sheet "Look here." This should also articulate those areas of your writing process that you would like me to notice. Include what you have done well, indicate those areas that you have identified as your problem areas for writing and need a bit of guidance and any other that you want me to note.
4. All of these components must be in a duo-tang or other report cover. Please do not hand in a sheaf of papers that have been stapled or paper clipped. Presentation is important but don't go overboard.
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