Using any EIGHT words from any list (mix and match as you wish), write a story that uses the words you've learned in their proper context. CAPITALIZE the words you chose to use.
Have fun!!
Friday, February 27, 2015
Friday, February 20, 2015
A story using impeccable vocabulary
Use at least 3 of the most recent words you were given and another 5 from any previous list this semester (check out the list on quizlet if you've forgotten or look over your list). Write a story or an essay where the words are used correctly in context and where it is evident that you understand the meaning of the word itself. Please do not cram all words in one sentence and do not include the definition of the word in the sentence. BTW, a list of words with their definitions does not count as a story. Underline, or bold or CAPITALIZE the vocabulary choice you've made.
Enjoy! Post your story under comments below. I recommend writing it out on paper or on a word document first before posting on the comments or else you risk losing all the work if there's a posting glitch. If you have a blog, you can write it on your blog and provide a link to your blog in the comments. I must be able to access that blog entry.
DUE: end of third period 2/20
Enjoy! Post your story under comments below. I recommend writing it out on paper or on a word document first before posting on the comments or else you risk losing all the work if there's a posting glitch. If you have a blog, you can write it on your blog and provide a link to your blog in the comments. I must be able to access that blog entry.
DUE: end of third period 2/20
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Timed Writing prompt ~ another thinking prompt
If you could be a "fly on the wall" in any situation -- historical, personal, or otherwise -- describe what you would choose to observe and why. What would you hope to learn and how would it benefit you? (University of Pittsburgh).
Tell us about the best conversations you've had. (Stanford U)
What are the responsibilities of an educated person? (Yale)
If you were to look back on your high school years, what advice would you give someone beginning his or her high school career? (Simmons)
Choose ONE. Think, draft, write a response.
Post your comment below (minimum 150 words)
DUE 2/20 @ 11:59pm, Friday
Tell us about the best conversations you've had. (Stanford U)
What are the responsibilities of an educated person? (Yale)
If you were to look back on your high school years, what advice would you give someone beginning his or her high school career? (Simmons)
Choose ONE. Think, draft, write a response.
Post your comment below (minimum 150 words)
DUE 2/20 @ 11:59pm, Friday
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Another Goodbye Essay
Using any of the prompts below, write a response that eloquently addresses the question. (150-word minimum). DUE: 2/3/2015
Ch 16: Describe an impossible scenario, real or hypothetical, and how would you respond to it. (Brandeis)
Ch 17: In a moment of crisis you have one phone call. Whom do you call? (Grinnell College)
Ch 18: What invention would the world be better off and why? (Kalamazoo College)
Ch 16: Describe an impossible scenario, real or hypothetical, and how would you respond to it. (Brandeis)
Ch 17: In a moment of crisis you have one phone call. Whom do you call? (Grinnell College)
Ch 18: What invention would the world be better off and why? (Kalamazoo College)
Sunday, January 25, 2015
IRP for Semester 2 --READ THIS!!!
This semester, you should read at least two novels that capture your interest. Ideally, one per quarter. And, yes, you must finish reading the novels. Enter the title(s) of the book(s) you plan to read below under "post a comment".
Instead of presenting your novel to the entire class, you will schedule a five - ten minute discussion with me about your book. You may schedule that as soon as you are finished with your novel.
Bring your book to class daily (you get work habit points for this) and read it whenever we have SSR (silent sustained reading) sessions.
YOUR TASK:
Pick your book (choose wisely!); read it in its entirety; take notes so that you can remember highlights of what you want to share during our meeting.
Schedule your book meeting with me.
Bring your novel to our meeting.
In addition to our discussion, I will ask you questions directly from your novel. It is best to meet with me while the story is fresh on your mind.
Once you've completed two novels, you are done with this requirement for the semester! Whew! No follow-up tests, quiz, or presentation required.
Instead of presenting your novel to the entire class, you will schedule a five - ten minute discussion with me about your book. You may schedule that as soon as you are finished with your novel.
Bring your book to class daily (you get work habit points for this) and read it whenever we have SSR (silent sustained reading) sessions.
YOUR TASK:
Pick your book (choose wisely!); read it in its entirety; take notes so that you can remember highlights of what you want to share during our meeting.
Schedule your book meeting with me.
Bring your novel to our meeting.
In addition to our discussion, I will ask you questions directly from your novel. It is best to meet with me while the story is fresh on your mind.
Once you've completed two novels, you are done with this requirement for the semester! Whew! No follow-up tests, quiz, or presentation required.
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
50 things I'm grateful for...!
Gratitude leads to happiness. Begin or continue your journey to joy. Start with your list...HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Monday, October 20, 2014
IRP~making your choice
Welcome to your first semester Independent Reading Project:
Please choose your literary work wisely. Keep a few things in mind:
1. Choose something challenging
2. Choose something that interests you
3. Choose something you want to explore in more depth
4. Choose something that will make you think
Read as many books as you can before you settle on the one work that you plan to share with the class.
Once you've chosen your novel, read it carefully and in its entirety.
Find themes that connect to current life
Find connections to your life or to the life of someone you know.
Find the value in the novel
Find a way to share this information in a creative, inspirational, and unusual way.
Click reply below and tell me what literary work you plan to read this semester. Include full title and author. You must give it a 50-page try before switching to another work.
Please choose your literary work wisely. Keep a few things in mind:
1. Choose something challenging
2. Choose something that interests you
3. Choose something you want to explore in more depth
4. Choose something that will make you think
Read as many books as you can before you settle on the one work that you plan to share with the class.
Once you've chosen your novel, read it carefully and in its entirety.
Find themes that connect to current life
Find connections to your life or to the life of someone you know.
Find the value in the novel
Find a way to share this information in a creative, inspirational, and unusual way.
Click reply below and tell me what literary work you plan to read this semester. Include full title and author. You must give it a 50-page try before switching to another work.
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