Mrs. DeSimone's Digital Classroom

Do Now SSR Time (15 minutes) Complete log Literature Objective: The student is able to discuss traits of characters in popular television shows. The student is able to discuss ways the character is characterized. Break into groups -- each group will be given a different character from a different television show. Discuss the traits of these characters; complete the Character Trait Graphic Organizer. One spokesperson will share the traits the group picked for each character, deciding on one trait that they think is the most important, and why. The students will then be given the Types of Characterization Graphic Organizer. Students will use the Elements of Literature textbook to decide HOW they learned that this character had this specific trait. Students will give at least one example of each method of characterization. Homework Read SSR Book (30 minutes)

Do Now Take out five subject notebook for use on your literature test LITERATURE CHAPTER ONE TEST Do NOT Write on the Test! * White-Lined Paper is on the Black Table for your Retelling * No, you may not use the textbook, only your notebook! Scan-Tron Name: First and Last Subject: English 8 Test No.: Lit 1 Date: 2/27/18 Period: 1-2, 2-3, 5-6, 6-7 If you're finished, leave it on your desk and you may read your SSR Book. Homework Read SSR Book (30 minutes) Complete log

Tomorrow, Tuesday, you will have a test on the literary terms and stories that we have read in this chapter of Elements of Literature. You will be able to use your five subject notebook on your test. The following information will be on your test. what belongs in your notebook is in italics. Plot parts and vocabulary terms  The definitions of all bold faced terms on pages 2-3 "Broken Chain" by Gary Soto Retelling or plot map of "Broken Chain" Definitions of external and internal conflict, retelling, and five vocabulary words on page 16 "Road Warriors,   Listen Up: Some Rules for Street Wise Biking" The definitions of proposition and support (page 29) * THE TEXT OF THE ARTICLE WILL BE INCLUDED ON YOUR TEST* You will have to hand in a retelling of "Broken Chain" or "The Wise Old Woman" or "The Open Window" * THE RETELLING RATING SHEET WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU *

Do Now SSR Time (15 minutes) Complete log Literature Review Elements of Literature  Test Practice in preparation for Literature Quiz TOMORROW! In-Class Time to Prepare for Quiz Homework Read SSR Book (30 minutes) Complete log

Do Now Find a partner that you feel comfortable sharing your personal narrative with, and sit with him or her today.  Log on to the Chrome Books and share your personal narrative with your partner. Writing Objective: The student will be able to write a narrative developing a real experience, using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences. The student will be able to make suggestions to a partner about writing techniques, such as flashbacks and dialogue; relevant descriptive details, such as sensory detail and precise language; and well-structured event sequences that should be in chronological order.  Review what is on Peer-Edit sheet (hand out and on Smartboard/website). Show examples of each step on Personal Narrative sample on Smartboard/website Students will peer-edit each other's work, discussing how to improve their partners' writing through in-person dialogue and comments within the document Before you ...

Please work on your personal narratives on the chromebooks. Be ready to peer edit with a partner on Friday. It will be best if your essay is complete. If you finish, you may read your SSR book. Grammar Chapter 5 Quiz is moved to tomorrow.

Continuation of Grammar Chapter 5 Review Phrase Jeopardy Do Now Complete Elements of Literature Pages 126-128 Read SSR Book if finished Grammar Review Appositives and Appositive Phrases B on Smartboard Literature Review Pages 127-128 Homework Read SSR Book (60 minutes) Complete log(s) Study for Grammar Chapter 5 Quiz WEDNESDAY ENJOY YOUR FOUR DAY WEEKEND ! :)