Thursday, March 15, 2018

3/15

Objectives	RL.6.9 Compare and contrast texts in different forms or genres (e.g., stories and poems; historical novels and fantasy stories) in terms of their approaches to similar themes and topics.
Activities	March 15, 2018 Bellwork: Read the Poetry and figurative language article and answer the figurative language questions. Mini-Lesson: Review stanzas 1 and 2 in "Invictus" by William Ernest Henley. Active Engagement: With their partner, students will discuss what they think stanza two is saying how it is presenting the theme of "the courage to persevere. Work time: Students will independently annotate "Invictus" stanzas 3-4. Mini-lesson: comparing and contrasting Invictus with Bearing Up filling out the compare and contrast chart Students will fill out the compare and contrast chart. Exit ticket: Answer the Prompt: How are _____and_____alike and different in their approach to the topic of Courage to persevere? Which text is more interesting? Why? Use examples from both texts to support your answer.
Homework	Periods 1,2,5: No Homework  Period 4: No Homework
	Remember period 1 to sign and turn in the Home Energy Action form if you want to support Rocky Top and save energy in your home. Do not forget to purchase a copy of Hatchet so your student can have a copy at home since the classroom copies stay in the classroom.