9th Lit: Day 50-51 12/05/2014

Day 50-51 9th Literature 12/05/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on Book Two Chapters 3-7 and discuss the themes of the novel.
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz, Discussion about themes
1) Bell Ringer
2) Quiz: Chapters 3-7
3) Discussion about themes
4) Begin Speech about Colonialism and the novel
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Late and Due Now), Chapter 9 Question Set (Due 12/03-04/2014), Review for Assessment 2.1, Finish Book Two of War of the Worlds, Begin considering Colonialism Speech

Bell Ringer:

1) What does the narrator do to the curate/preacher? Why?

2) How do the Martians communicate?

3) What does the narrator’s brother experience while in London? How do the people behave?            Explain using textual examples.

9th Comp: Day 50-51 12/05/2014

Day 50-51 9th Composition 12/05/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on diagramming sentences and practice our TPCASTT skills.
C: Bell Ringer, Diagramming Sentences Quiz, TPCASTT Practices
1) Bell Ringer
2) Diagramming Sentences Quiz
3) TPCASTT Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Due Now) TPCASTT “We Real Cool” (Due Now), TPCASTT “Miss Rosie” (Due 12/03-04/2014), Study For 12/03-04 Assessment 2.1, TPCASTT “My Papa’s Waltz” (Due 12/08/2014)


Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) The cheerful scouts went to the Jamboree.


2) The unruly misfits broke the law.

9th Lit: Day 49-50 12/03-04/2014

Day 49-50  9th Literature 12/03-04/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take assessment 2.1 and grade the test.
C: Bell Ringer, Assessment 2.1, Read Aloud Chapter 12
1) Bell Ringer
2) Assessment 2.1 and grade the exam
3) Read Aloud Chapter 12
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Late and Due Now), Chapter 9 Question Set (Due 12/03-04/2014), Review for Assessment 2.1, Finish Book Two of War of the Worlds

Bell Ringer:

Study For Assessment 2.1

9th Comp: Day 49-50 12/03-04/2014

Day 49-50  9th Composition 12/03-04/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take our Assessment 2.1 test.
C: Bell Ringer, Assessment 2.1 and grade
1) Bell Ringer
2) Assessment 2.1 and grade
3) TPCASTT “We Real Cool” Discussion
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Due Now) TPCASTT “We Real Cool” (Due Now), TPCASTT “Miss Rosie” (Due 12/03-04/2014), Study For 12/03-04 Assessment 2.1

Bell Ringer:

Study For Assessment 2.1 (7 minutes)

9th Lit: Day 48-49 12/02/2014

Day 48-49  9th Literature 12/02/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on Book Two chapters 1-3 and review for Assessment 2.1
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz, Assessment Review
1) Bell Ringer
2) Quiz: Book Two chapters 1-3
3) Assessment 2.1 Review
4) Read Aloud Chapter 11
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Late and Due Now), Chapter 9 Question Set (Due 12/03-04/2014), Review for Assessment 2.1, Finish Book Two of War of the Worlds


Bell Ringer:

1) From what point of view is Book Two being told? (Two answers)

2) Where is the narrator’s brother when the Martian attack begins?

3) What is the narrator’s brother’s profession?

9th Comp: Day 48-49 12/02/2014

Day 48-49  9th Composition  12/02/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a diagramming sentences quiz and will review for assessment 2.1.
C: Bell Ringer, Diagramming Quiz, Assessment 2.1 Review
1) Bell Ringer
2) Diagramming Sentences Quiz V/VI
3) Review for Assessment 2.1
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Due Now) TPCASTT “We Real Cool” (Due Now), TPCASTT “Miss Rosie” (Due 12/03-04/2014), Study For 12/03-04 Assessment 2.1


Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) They worked and studied.


2) The team and coach practiced and won

9th Lit: Day 47-48 December 01, 2014

Day 47-48  9th Literature  12/01/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on War of the Worlds chapters 15-17 of book one. We will also review for Assessment 2.1
C: Bell Ringer, Reading Quiz, Assessment Review 2.1
1) Bell Ringer
2) WotW chapters 15-17 (Book One)
3) Assessment Review 2.1
4) Read Aloud Chapter 10
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Late and Due Now), Chapter 9 Question Set (Due 12/03-04/2014), Review for Assessment 2.1, Finish Book Two of War of the Worlds

Bell Ringer:

1) Explain how British Colonialism is explored in the novel.

2) Do you believe colonialism is still occurring in present time? Explain.

9th Comp: Day 47/48 December 01, 2014

Day 47-48  9th Composition 12/01/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on diagramming sentences and review for our upcoming assessments.
C: Bell Ringer, Diagramming Sentences Quiz IV/V, Assessment Review
1) Bell Ringer
2) Diagramming Sentence Quiz
3) Assessment Review 2.1
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Essay and Copies (Due Now) TPCASTT “We Real Cool” (Due Now), TPCASTT “Miss Rosie” (Due 12/03-04/2014), Study For 12/03-04 Assessment 2.1


Bell Ringer:

Define the following terms:

Compound Subject:

Compound Verb:

Simple Subject:

Simple Predicate:

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9th Literature Science Fiction Essay is Due 11/24/2014

To whom it may concern:

As of Monday November 24, 2014 the science fiction essay is due. The students are responsible for completing the following items as well as following this particular format:

Format:

12 point font with Cambria, Arial, New Times Courier, or New Times Roman style

Double Spaced

All paragraphs indented

Spell Checked utilized

Peer Editing of Rough Draft

All Students Must Turn In The Following:

Title Paged Typed Following MLA Standards

Final Draft Typed Following MLA Standards

Work Cited Page Typed Following MLA Standards

Final Formal Outline Typed Following MLA Standards

Rough Draft Typed and Edited by a Peer Following MLA Standards

Missing Assignments Will Receive a 10% reduction of score per day up to 40% total


Please make sure your son or daughter is fulfilling the expectation. Your son or daughter has received over a week of in class time to complete the assignment. I will attach my written example to assist him or her in the completion of the assignment.

Respectfully Yours,

Mr. McKelvey

9th Composition "Migrant Mother" Essays Due Now

To whom it may concern:

As of Friday November 21, 2014 the "Migrant Mother" essay is due. The students are responsible for completing the following items as well as following this particular format:

Format:

12 point font with Cambria, Arial, New Times Courier, or New Times Roman style

Double Spaced

All paragraphs indented

Spell Checked utilized

Peer Editing of Rough Draft

All Students Must Turn In The Following:

Title Paged Typed Following MLA Standards

Final Draft Typed Following MLA Standards

Work Cited Page Typed Following MLA Standards

Final Formal Outline Typed Following MLA Standards

Rough Draft Typed and Edited by a Peer Following MLA Standards

Missing Assignments Will Receive a 10% reduction of score per day up to 40% total


Please make sure your son or daughter is fulfilling the expectation. Your son or daughter has received over a week of in class time to complete the assignment. I will attach my written example to assist him or her in the completion of the assignment.

Respectfully Yours,

Mr. McKelvey

9th Lit: Day 46/47 11/26/2014

Day 46-47  9th Literature  11/26/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will read aloud chapters from the novel and discuss themes found within the novel.
C: Bell Ringer, Read Aloud Novel and Discussion
1) Bell Ringer
2) Read Aloud Book One of the Novel
3) Discussion of the themes in the novel
4) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Work: Essays and Novel Questions Due Now, Read Chapters 8-10 of Book Two (By 11/29/2014), Study all notes for 12/03-04/2014 For Assessment 2.1

Bell Ringer:

1) Explain how British Colonialism is explored in the novel.

2) Do you believe colonialism is still occurring in present time? Explain.

9th Comp: Day 46/47 11/26/2014

Day 46-47  9th Composition 11/26/2014  Early Release Day ( Thanksgiving Holiday Release 12:00pm)

Learning Objective: Today we will review MLA citation and assessment review.
C: Bell Ringer, MLA practices, Assessment Reviews
1) Bell Ringer
2) MLA Citation Review
3) Assessment Review Terms
4) Copies of the assessment terms
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing work: Essays and copies (Due Now), Study Assessment Resources (Test 12/03/2014), TPCASTT for “We Real Cool” Due 12/03/2014

Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) We will study and prepare for the exam.

2) They left early and arrived at noon.

9th Lit: Day 45/46 11/25/2014

Day 45-46  9th Literature  11/25/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on chapters 9-14 of War of the Worlds.
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz, Logic Week Three Practices, Read Aloud
1) Bell Ringer
2) Quiz: Chapters 9-14
3) Logic Week Three practices
4) Read Aloud and Discussion of the novel
5) Independent practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Work: Essays, Novel Questions, and Copies Due Now, Read Chapters 8-10 of Book Two (By 11/29/2014), Study all notes for 12/03-04/2014 For Assessment 2.1

Bell Ringer:

1) Who does the narrator visit after the ray gun attack?

2) How does the newspaper reports share what has been happening with the Martians?

9th Comp: Day 45/46 11/25/2014

Day 45-46  9th Composition 11/25/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on sentence Diagramming and practice and assessment review.
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz, Assessment Review, Copies
1) Bell Ringer
2) Diagramming Sentence Quiz and Practices
3) Assessment Review
4) MLA Citation Review
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing work: Essays and copies (Due Now), Study Assessment Resources (Test 12/03/2014), TPCASTT for “We Real Cool” Due 12/03/2014

Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

The students protested the changes

The students protested the changes at the school.

9th Lit: Day 44/45 11/24/2014

Day 44-45  9th Literature  11/24/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a quiz on War of the Worlds Chapter 6-8 as well as reviewing logic week three practice.
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz, Logic Week Three Practices, Read Aloud
1) Bell Ringer
2) Quiz: Chapters 6-8 and Grade
3) Logic Week 3 practices
4) Read Aloud: Novel Discussion
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing Work: Essays and Novel Questions Due Now, Read Chapters 8-10 of Book Two (By 11/29/2014), Study all notes for 12/03-04/2014 For Assessment 2.1


Bell Ringer:

1) What does the narrator witness near the sand pit?

2) What happens to the Deputation group?

3) What does the narrator do after seeing the heat ray gun’s power?

9th Comp: Day 44/45 11/24/2014

Day 44-45  9th Composition 11/24/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will review for the upcoming assessment as well as diagramming sentences(Quiz)
C: Bell Ringer, Diagramming Quiz, Assessment Review
1)Bell Ringer
2) Diagramming Sentences and Practices
3) Assessment Review
4) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing work: Essays and copies (Due Now), Study Assessment Resources (Test 12/03/2014), TPCASTT for “We Real Cool” Due 12/03/2014

Bell Ringer:

Identify the compound subjects, compound verbs, and objects in the following sentences.

The teachers and students read and studied the books.

The soldiers and civilians moved the debris.

9th Lit: day 43/44 11/21/2014

Day 43-44  9th Literature  11/21/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will take a Book One War of the Worlds test.
C: Bell Ringer, Test: WotW Book One, Novel Discussion, Assessment review
1) Bell Ringer
2) Book One Test: War of the Worlds
3) Grade Test
4) Assessment 2.1 Review
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:Science Fiction Essay Due 11/24/2014 All Items Typed: Final Draft, Title Page, Work Cited, Outline, Rough Draft-All items must be printed by the student and delivered to the teacher, Read Chapters 1-6 Book 2 War of the Worlds by 11/20/2014, Assessment 2.1 on 11/24/2014

Bell Ringer:

Study for Today’s WotW Quiz 4-6

9th Comp: Day 43/44 11/21/2014

Day 43-44  9th Composition 11/21/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will review for the upcoming assessment as well as diagramming sentences(Quiz)
C: Bell Ringer, Diagramming Quiz, Assessment Review
1)Bell Ringer
2) Diagramming Sentences and Practices
3) Assessment Review
4) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Missing work: Essays and copies (Due Now), Study Assessment Resources (Test 12/03/2014), TPCASTT for “We Real Cool” Due 12/03/2014


Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentence:

1) The boy threw the football.


2) The dog is quick.

9th Lit: Day42/43 11/19-20/2014

Day 42-43  9th Literature  11/19-20/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will discuss chapters 1-5 War of the Worlds as well as working on our science fiction essays.
C: Bell Ringer, Novel Discussion, Essay Synthesis, Assessment Review
1) War of the Worlds Powerpoint and Discussion: Novel Review
2) Essay Synthesis: Science Fiction essay + Computer Lab
3) Assessment 2.1 Review
4) Copies + Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:Science Fiction Essay Due 11/24/2014 All Items Typed: Final Draft, Title Page, Work Cited, Outline, Rough Draft-All items must be printed by the student and delivered to the teacher, Read Chapters 1-6 Book 2 War of the Worlds by 11/20/2014, Assessment 2.1 on 12/03-04/2014, Book One Test Friday 11/21/2014

Bel Ringer:

What is the conflict in War of the Worlds?

How is the tripod destroyed?

Is the Army able to combat the Martians?

What do we learn about humans during the Martian invasion? Use textual examples to explain.

9th Comp: Day 42/43 11/19-20/2014

Day 42-43  9th Composition  11/19-20/2014


Learning Objective: Today we will take a sentence diagramming and grammar review quiz.
C: Bell Ringer, Grammar Quiz, Assessment Review, Possible TPCASTT
1) Bell Ringer (Study For Quiz)
2) Quiz: Diagramming sentences and Grammar Identification
3) Grade the Quiz
4) Assessment Review
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: “Migrant Mother” Essay Due 11/19-20/2014 All Typed Items to be turned in and printed out by students, Assessment Review Copies (Copy each term 3 times-Due 11/21/2014), Study All Assessment Review Terms For Tuesday 12/03-04/2014 Exam

Bell Ringer:

Define the following grammatical terms:

1) Simple Subject:

2) Simple Predicate:

3) Interrogative Sentence:

9th Lit: Day 41/42 11/18/2014

Day 41-42  9th Literature 11/18/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will continue our class discussion of our novel. In addition we will work on our science fiction essays.
C: Bell Ringer, Logic Week III, Essay and Computer Lab: Science Fiction
1) Bell Ringer
2) Logic Week III Review
3) Science Fiction Essay + Computer Lab
4) Assessment 2.1 Review: Literary Terms Copies
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Science Fiction Essay Due 11/24/2014 All Items Typed: Final Draft, Title Page, Work Cited, Outline, Rough Draft-All items must be printed by the student and delivered to the teacher, Read Chapters 1-6 Book 2 War of the Worlds by 11/20/2014, Assessment 2.1 on 12/03/2014, Book One Test 11/21

Bell Ringer:

What does the reader know about the narrator in War of the Worlds?

What does the narrator hope to find in the Martian cylinder?

What do the Martians use to incinerate the humans?

9th Comp: Day 41/42 11/18/2014

Day 41-42  9th Composition  11/18/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will begin to finish our “Migrant Mother” in class essay synthesis and continue diagramming sentence types.
C: Bell Ringer, Sentence Diagram Review, “Migrant Mother” Essay Synthesis
1)Bell Ringer
2) Sentence Diagram and Grammar Review
3) “Migrant Mother” Essay Synthesis (Computer Lab)
4) Assessment Review + Copies
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: “Migrant Mother” Essay Due 11/19-20/2014 All Typed Items to be turned in and printed out by students, Assessment Review Copies (Copy each term 3 times-Due 11/21/2014), Study All Assessment Review Terms For Tuesday 11/25/2014 Exam

Bell Ringer:

 Define the following grammatical terms:

1) Compound Subject:

2) Imperative Sentence:

3) Compound Verb:

9th Lit: Day 40/41 11/17/2014

Day 40-41  9th Literature  11/17/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will use the computer lab and continue our science fiction essay synthesis.
C: Bell Ringer, Logic Week III practice, Essay synthesis
1) Bell Ringer + Quiz
2) Logic Week III practices
3) Essay Synthesis: Science Fiction + Computer Lab
4) Literary Terms Review and Assessment Preparation
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Science Fiction Essay Due 11/24/2014 All Items Typed: Final Draft, Title Page, Work Cited, Outline, Rough Draft-All items must be printed by the student and delivered to the teacher, Read Chapters 1-6 Book 2 War of the Worlds by 11/20/2014, Assessment 2.1 on 11/24/2014, Book One Test 11/21


Bell Ringer:

From what point of view is book one of War of the Worlds being told?

What is the conflict of the novel?

How do the Martians react to the scientists and their white flag? Explain using textual details.

21st century- 2000-2099

20th century 1900-1999

19th century 1800-1899

18th century 1700-1799

9th Comp: Day 40/41 11/17/2014

Day 40/41  9th Composition 11/17/2014

Learning Objective: Today we will continue our “Migrant Mother” drafts as well reviewing the diagramming of sentences.
C: Bell Ringer, Sentence Diagramming, “Migrant Mother” essay synthesis
1) Bell Ringer
2) Sentence Diagramming
3) “Migrant Mother” Essay Synthesis (Computer Lab)
4) Assessment Review
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: “Migrant Mother” Essay Due 11/19-20/2014 All Typed Items to be turned in and printed out by students, Assessment Review Copies (Copy each term 3 times-Due 11/21/2014), Study All Assessment Review Terms For Tuesday 11/25/2014 Exam

Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) The boy played and sang.

2) The students and teacher studied and worked.

9th Lit: Day 39-40 11/17/2014

11/17/2014 9th Literature Day 39-40

Learning Objective: Today we will use the computer lab and continue our science fiction essay synthesis.
C: Bell Ringer, Logic Week III practice, Essay synthesis
1) Bell Ringer
2) Logic Week III practices
3) Essay Synthesis: Science Fiction + Computer Lab
4) Literary Terms Review and Assessment Preparation
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Science Fiction Essay Due 11/24/2014 All Items Typed: Final Draft, Title Page, Work Cited, Outline, Rough Draft-All items must be printed by the student and delivered to the teacher, Read Chapters 1-6 Book 2 War of the Worlds by 11/20/2014, Assessment 2.1 on 11/24/2014, Book One Test 11/21


Bell Ringer:

        From what point of view is book one of War of the Worlds being told?

What is the conflict of the novel?

How do the martians react to the scientists and their white flag? Explain using textual

9th Comp: Day Forty-Day Thirty Nine 11/17/2014

11/17/2014 9th Composition  Day 39-40

Learning Objective: Today we will continue our “Migrant Mother” drafts as well reviewing the diagramming of sentences.
C: Bell Ringer, Sentence Diagramming, “Migrant Mother” essay synthesis
1) Bell Ringer
2) Sentence Diagramming
3) “Migrant Mother” Essay Synthesis (Computer Lab)
4) Assessment Review
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: “Migrant Mother” Essay Due 11/19-20/2014 All Typed Items to be turned in and printed out by students, Assessment Review Copies (Copy each term 3 times-Due 11/21/2014), Study All Assessment Review Terms For Tuesday 11/25/2014 Exam

Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) The boy played and sang.

2) The students and teacher studied and worked.

9th Literature: Extra Credit Opportunity

To whom it may concern:


9th Literature students can earn 30 points extra credit if they see the Christopher Nolan film Interstellar. The students must provide a movie ticket and a one page typed essay analysis examining why the film can be considered an example of the science fiction genre. Here are the formatting requirements for the assignment.

Formatting Requirements:

You must use the following format:

1) 12 point font using Arial, Cambria, New Times Roma or Courier style
2) Double Spaced
3) Indent all paragraphs
4) Use spell check
5) MLA Format


You can check out an Interstellar film trailer if you wish. It is attached to our class blog online resources.

9th Composition: Dorothea Lange's "Migrant Mother" Essay Due 11/19-20/2014

Please make sure to complete your "Migrant Mother" essay. The following are the requirements for the essay assignment:

1) Typed Title Page (20 points)
2) Typed Final Draft (60 points)
3) Typed Work Cited Page (15 points)
4) Typed Formal Outline (35 points)
5) Typed Rough Draft Essay Edited by Peer (45 points)


You must use the following format:

1) 12 point font using Arial, Cambria, New Times Roma or Courier style
2) Double Spaced
3) Indent all paragraphs
4) Use spell check
5) MLA Format

9th Literature: Science Fiction Essay Due 11/24/2014

Please make sure to complete your science fiction essay. The following are the requirements for the essay assignment:

1) Typed Title Page (20 points)
2) Typed Final Draft (60 points)
3) Typed Work Cited Page (15 points)
4) Typed Formal Outline (35 points)
5) Typed Rough Draft Essay Edited by Peer (45 points)


You must use the following format:

1) 12 point font using Arial, Cambria, New Times Roma or Courier style
2) Double Spaced
3) Indent all paragraphs
4) Use spell check
5) MLA Format

Weekly Progress Report Being Sent Home For Parent Signatures

11/14/2014


To whom it may concern:


Parents be aware that progress reports are being sent home for your review and signatures. Please remind your son or daughter that he or she must complete all missing class assignments as well as continuing to work on his or her essay assignments. I believe if we work together we can ensure your son or daughter's success in our classes. All students can complete missing assignments but need to see me about the assignment. My main concern is that your son or daughter is completing his or her written essay assignments and fulfilling his or her obligations. Thank you for your time and consideration.


Respectfully Yours,

Mr. William McKelvey

"Migrant Mother" Essay analysis and History

Hey 9th Composition class. I have attached a "Migrant Mother" folder to our blog that contains the powerpoint presentation, history, and essay expectations. Make sure to utilize this online resource if you happen to fall behind and need some help.

Check Out The Audio Book For War of the Worlds: Science Fiction Documentaries

How goes it? Please check out the audio book for War of the Worlds as well as the science fiction documentaries that have been attached to our class blog's online resources. Make sure you are keeping up with our class reading because you will get behind and miss out on a righteous read. Be well and happy trails.

9th Lit Day 39-40 11/14/2014

11/14/2014  9th Literature Day 39-40

Learning Objective: Today we will take a War of the Worlds quiz and synthesize our science fiction essay.
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz, Essay Synthesis
1) Bell Ringer
2) WotW quiz chapters 1-10
3)Essay synthesis
4) Independent practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:WotW Chapters 1-10 read (Completed) Read WotW Chapters 11-17(due by 11/14/2014) Complete outline and begin draft of science fiction essay (due by 11/13/2014) Final draft of essay due by 11/20/2014 Final product must be printed out and delivered by students) Quiz on WotW chapters 1-10 11/14/2014

Bell Ringer:

Please define the following literary terms:

1) Dystopia

2) Post-Apocalyptic:

3) Post-Scarcity:

9th Comp Day 39-40 11/14/2014

11/14/2014  9th Comp  Day 39-40

Learning Objective: Today we will begin our “Migrant Mother” final draft.
C: Bell Ringer, “Migrant Mother” essay: Final Draft
1) Bell Ringer
2) Grammar Review
3) “Migrant Mother” draft
4) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:Outline for “Migrant Mother” completed by 11/11-12/2014, Rough Draft Complete by 11/14/22014,
Final Draft Due by 11/19/2014 (All elements of the essay must be completed and you must print out your final product)

Bell Ringer:

Identify the simple and complete predicate for each sentence.

1)The ambulance raced out of the hospital drive and down the crowded street.(47)

2) Mark could have accidentally taken my book.(48)

9th Lit Day 38-39 11/12-13/2014 (Periods 5-8 Lose a day due to Explore Practice Test)

11/12-13/2014  9th Literature  Day 38-39  (Periods 5-8 Lose a day to Explore Practice Test)

Learning Objective: Today we will work on the synthesis of our science fiction essay.
C: Bell Ringer, Literary Terms, Logic, Science Fiction Essay synthesis
1) Bell Ringer
2) Literary Terms Notes
3) Logic Week Three Practices
4) Science Fiction Essay Synthesis
5) WotW Discussion and Notes
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:WotW Chapters 1-10 read (Completed) Read WotW Chapters 11-17(due by 11/14/2014) Complete outline and begin draft of science fiction essay (due by 11/13/2014) Final draft of essay due by 11/20/2014 Final product must be printed out and delivered by students) Quiz on WotW chapters 1-10 11/14/2014

Bell Ringer: 

Please define the following literary terms:

1) Plot structure:

2) Resolution:

3) Science Fiction:

9th Comp Day 38-39 11/12-13/2014 (Periods 5-8 Lose a period due to Explore Practice Test)

11/12-13/2014  9th Composition  Day 38-39  (Periods 5-8 Lose a period due to Explore Practice)

Learning Objective: Today we will work on our “Migrant Mother” essay draft.
C: Bell Ringer, Essay drafting, Grammar review, Literary Terms
1) Bell Ringer
2) Grammar Review
3) Literary Terms Review
4) “Migrant Mother” essay drafting
5) Independent practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:Outline for “Migrant Mother” completed by 11/11-12/2014, Rough Draft Complete by 11/14/22014,
Final Draft Due by 11/19/2014 (All elements of the essay must be completed and you must print out your final product)

Bell Ringer:

Identify the simple subject and complete subject for each sentence.

1) The scientific discoveries made them famous.(46)

2) The eloquent Martin Luther King, Jr., made many fine speeches.(46)

9th Lit Day 37-38 11/11/2014

11/11/2014  9th Literature  Day 37-38

Learning Objective: Today we will begin organizing our science fiction essay.
C: Bell Ringer, Science Fiction Essay, Literary Terms, WotW Discussion and notes
1) Bell Ringer
2) Literary Terms Discussion and Notes
3) Logic Week 3 Practices
4) WotW discussion and notes
5) Essay synthesis: Science Fiction + Bradbury short stories
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:WotW Chapters 1-10 read (Completed) Read WotW Chapters 11-17(due by 11/14/2014) Complete outline and begin draft of science fiction essay (due by 11/13/2014) Final draft of essay due by 11/20/2014 Final product must be printed out and delivered by students) Quiz on WotW chapters 1-10 11/14/2014

Bell Ringer:

Please define the following literary terms:

1) Third person point of view (limited):

2) Third Person point of view (omniscient):

3) Suspense:

9th Comp Day 37-38 11/11/2014

11/11/2014  9th Composition Day 37-38

Learning Objective: Today we will work on our “Migrant Mother” essay.
C: Bell Ringer, “Migrant Mother” essay draft, grammar review
1)Bell Ringer
2) Grammar review
3) “Migrant Mother” essay draft
4) Independent practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Outline for “Migrant Mother” completed by 11/11-12/2014, Rough Draft Complete by 11/14/22014,
Final Draft Due by 11/19/2014 (All elements of the essay must be completed and you must print out your final product)

Bell Ringer:

Identify the compound subjects and verbs in the following sentences.

1) Both Bob and Teri can not only draw but also paint.

2) Jon and Brian love school but hate to do chores.

9th Lit Day 36-37 11/10/2014 Veterans Day Assembly

11/10/2014  9th Literature  Day 36-37  Veterans Day Assembly

Learning Objective: Today we will begin our War of the Worlds reading as well as our science fiction essays.
C: Bell Ringer, WotW Discussion+ Read Aloud, Essay Synthesis
1) Bell Ringer
2) WotW Discussion and Read Aloud
3) Science Fiction Essay Outline
4) Logic Week 3: Cornell Notes
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: WotW Chapters 1-10 read (Completed) Read WotW Chapters 11-17(due by 11/14/2014) Complete outline and begin draft of science fiction essay (due by 11/13/2014) Final draft of essay due by 11/20/2014 Final product must be printed out and delivered by students) Quiz on WotW chapters 1-10 11/14/2014

Bell Ringer:

 Please define the following literary terms:

1) Third person point of view:

2) genre:

3) science fiction:

4) allegory:

9th Comp Day 36-37 11/10/2014 Veteran Day Assembly

11/10/2014  9th Composition  Day 36-37  Veterans Day Assembly

Learning Objective: Today we will work on our outline and we will begin our draft for “Migrant Mother”.
C: Bell Ringer, Outline and Drafting, Grammar Review
1) Bell Ringer
2) Grammar Review
3) Outline for “Migrant Mother”
4) Draft “Migrant Mother”
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Outline for “Migrant Mother” completed by 11/11-12/2014, Rough Draft Complete by 11/14/22014,
Final Draft Due by 11/19/2014 (All elements of the essay must be completed and you must print out your final product)

Bell Ringer: 

Define the following grammatical terms:

1) Compound Verb:

2) Compound Subject:

3)Simple Subject:

4) Simple Predicate:

9th Lit Day 35-36 11/07/2014

11/07/2014  9th Literature  Day 35-36

Learning Objective: Today we will begin organizing our science fiction essay on Bradbury’s short stories.
C: Bell Ringer, Organize Essay, War of the Worlds discussion
1) Bell Ringer
2) Quiz
3) War of the Worlds analysis and discussion
4) HW practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H:Read Chapters 7-12 of the class novel, Complete War of the Worlds Chapters 1-3 question set, Begin considering science fiction essay theme and begin outline for essay (Due by 11/10/2014)

Bell Ringer:

1) From what point of view is H.G Wells’s novel being told?

2) Who is the protagonist?

3) Who or what is the antagonist?

4) What is the setting of the story?

9th Comp Day 35-36 11/07/2014

11/07/2014  9th Composition Day 35-36

Learning Objective: Today we will write our draft for the “Migrant Mother” analysis.
C: Bell Ringer, “Migrant Mother” Quiz, “Migrant Mother” photograph draft
1) Bell Ringer
2) “Migrant Mother” Quiz
3) “Migrant Mother” photograph analysis essay
4) Outline and Draft
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Outline and Essay Draft (Due 11/10/2014), Test Corrections (Due 11/10/2014)

Bell Ringer: 

Diagram the following sentences:

1) The eager students brought cold soda.

2) We tried.

3) Drop the gun!

9th Lit Day 34-35 11/05-06/2014

11/05-06/2014  9th Literature  Day 34-35

Learning Objective: Today we will take a Bradbury quiz as well as beginning War of the Worlds.
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz, Begin class novel + Cornell Notes
1) Bell Ringer
2)Bradbury Quiz moved to Friday-
3) “There will come soft rains” poem analysis
4) Begin our class novel + War of the Worlds  notes
5) Independent practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Read Chapters 6-7 of the class novel, Complete War of the Worlds Chapters 1-3 question set, Begin considering science fiction essay theme and begin outline for essay (Due by 11/10/2014)

Bell Ringer:

1) Who is the protagonist in Bradbury’s “There will come soft rains”?

2) Who or what is the antagonist? 

3) What is the conflict?

4) What is the theme?

9th Comp Day 34-35 11/05-06/2014

11/05-06/2014  9th Composition  Day 34-35

Learning Objective: Today we will take our Assessment for Term I/II.
C: Bell Ringer, Assessment Test and Grade, “Migrant Mother” analysis and outlining
1) Bell Ringer
2) Assessment I/II test and grade
3) “Migrant Mother” Essay Analysis
4) Begin Outline and Draft
5) Independent Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: “Migrant Mother” Essay Analysis Outline and Draft due 11/17/2014

Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) The tired soldiers pushed forward.

2) The old men discussed the future.

3) The cat is quick.

9th Lit Day 33-34 11/04/2014

11/04/2014  9th Literature  Day 33-34

Learning Objective: Today we will have a quiz on H.G Wells’s novel WOTW.
C: Bell Ringer, Quiz , Novel Analysis, Read Aloud Chapter One
1) Bell Ringer
2) WOTW Quiz Chapter 1-2
3) Novel Discussion: Cornell Notes
4) Read Aloud Chapter 1-2
5) HW Practice
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Read Chapters 6-7 by Tuesday November 04, 2014, Complete Chapter review questions for chapters 1-6 by November 05-06, 2014

Bell Ringer:

1) Who are the protagonists in Bradbury’s “Embroidery”?

2) What is the conflict in the story?

3) Who or what is the antagonist?

4) What is the theme?

9th Comp Day 33-34 11/04/2014

11/04/2014  9th Composition Day 33-34

Learning Objective: Today we will complete our Veterans Day Essay Vote.
C: Bell Ringer, In Class Read Aloud of Veterans Day Essays, Begin Migrant Mother Photograph Analysis
1) Bell Ringer
2) Veterans Day Essay Read Aloud and Class Nominations
3) Migrant Mother Photograph Analysis
4) Pass out Outline and begin Formal Outline Process
5) HW Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Rough Draft Completed (Due Now: Edited) Final Draft Veterans Day Essay (DUE NOW NO EXCEPTIONS Typed with Title Page and Works Cited Page) Migrant Mother photograph analysis, Begin Formal Outline ( Due Friday Typed 11/07/2014)

Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) The boys ran.

2) The sad students missed their teacher.

3) The excited puppies ate sloppy chow.

9th Lit Day 32-33 10/31/2014

10/31/2014  9th Literature  Day 32-33

Learning Objective: Today we will read the short stories Ray Bradbury’s “The Pedestrian” and “There will come soft rains”
C: Bell Ringer, Bradbury quiz, Sara Teasdale Poem analysis, H.G Wells War Of The Worlds notes
1) Bell Ringer
2) Bradbury short story analysis
3) Logic notes Week Three
4) Analyze the Sara Teasdale poem “There will come soft rains”
5) HW practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Essay DUE NOW, Begin reading H.G Wells’s novel War Of The Worlds Chapters 1-6 Due By Monday 11/03/2014

Bell Ringer:

Who is the protagonist in Bradbury’s “The Pedestrian”?

Who is the antagonist? 

What is the conflict?

What is the setting of the story?

9th Comp Day 32-33 10/31/2014

10/31/2014 9th Composition Day 32-33

Learning Objective: Today we will begin to analyze photos in preparation for the upcoming “Migrant Mother” essay
C: Bell Ringer, Photo analysis
1) Bell Ringer
2) Photo Analysis
3) Voting Process: Nominations by Students and Teacher
4) HW Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Rough Draft Completed (Due Now: Edited) Final Draft Veterans Day Essay (DUE NOW NO EXCEPTIONS Typed with Title Page and Works Cited Page) Migrant Mother photograph analysis

Bell Ringer:

Diagram the following sentences:

1) The dog ran.

2) I am.

3) The boys sat.

9th Lit Day 31-32 10/28-29/2014

10/28-29/2014  9th Literature Day 31-32
Learning Objective: Today we will take our LOTF final and will grade the examine in class.
C: Bell Ringer, LOTF Final and grade, science fiction analysis notes, Ray Bradbury analysis
1) Bell Ringer
2) LOTF Final and grade (Moved to Tuesday 11/04/2014)
3) Science Fiction Analysis Notes
4) Logic Week Three
5) Ray Bradbury short story analysis
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Complete both Bradbury short stories “There will come soft rains” and “The Pedestrian”, Complete short story review questions and prepare for Friday test 10/31/2014, Begin H.G Wells’s novel War Of The Worlds

Bell Ringer:

Share what you know about science fiction.

Have you ever read Ray Bradbury? What do you know about H.G Wells? Explain. 

9th Comp Day 31-32 10/29/2014

10/29/2014 9th Composition Day 31-32

Learning Objective: Today we will take the Term I/II Assessment
C: Bell Ringer, Assessment II, Typing Final Draft of essay
1) Bell Ringer ( Study for Assessment)
2) Assessment I/II Test + Grading (Moved to 11/05/2014)
3) Typing Final Draft of The Veterans Day Essay
4) HW Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Rough Draft Completed (Due Now: Edited) Final Draft Veterans Day Essay (DUE 10/29/2014 Typed with Title Page and Works Cited Page) Review all flashcards: Synonyms for Claim, Grammar, and Photography Analysis Terms for Wednesday/Thursday Assessment

Bell Ringer:

Please identify the subject, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions in the following sentences. Identify whether the verb is transitive or intransitive.

1) In the afternoon, we waited for the news.

2) Last night, the old and weathered roof slowly fell into the room

9th Lit Day 30-31 10/28/2014

10/28/2014 9th Literature Day 30-31

Learning Objective: Today we will begin our analysis of science fiction and will begin to analyze Bradbury’s “There will come soft rains” and “The Pedestrian”
C: Bell Ringer, Science Fiction Presentation, Read Aloud short story, LOTF Final Reminder and Review
1) Bell Ringer
2) Science Fiction Presentation
3) Bradbury short story analysis
4) LOTF Review: Final Tomorrow or Thursday
5) HW Practices
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: LOTF OUTLINE Typed (Due 10/21/2014) Begin Rough Draft + Finding AT LEAST 3-4 DIRECT QUOTES FOR LOTF ESSAY (Due 10/22/2014) Final Draft Due TYPED with OUTLINE, DRAFT and WORK CITED Page ( DUE 10/27/2014 WITH ALL FINAL DRAFT MATERIALS) Begin Reading Ray Bradbury’s “The Pedestrian” (Complete by 10/25/2014) Study Flashcards and review LOTF notes for 10/28-29/2014 assessment


Bell Ringer:

What do Piggy’s spectacles/glasses symbolize? How does this symbol affect the theme?

9th Comp Day 30-31 10/28/2014

10/28/2014 9th Composition Day 30-31

Learning Objective: Today we will synthesize our final draft of our Veterans Day Essay.
C: Bell Ringer, Synthesize Final Draft of the Veterans Day Essay
1) Bell Ringer
2) Typing Final Draft Essay
3) Grammar Review
4) Synonyms For Claim Review
5) Photography Analysis Terms Review
Closing: Exit Ticket or Discussion
H: Rough Draft Completed (Due Now: Edited) Final Draft Veterans Day Essay (DUE 10/29/2014 Typed with Title Page and Works Cited Page) Review all flashcards: Synonyms for Claim, Grammar, and Photography Analysis Terms for Wednesday/Thursday Assessment

Bell Ringer:

Please identify the subject, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions in the following sentences. Identify whether the verb is transitive or intransitive.

1) The bright sun rose.

2) The frightened puppies ate their disgusting chew toys.