4/15/08 Enriched Language Arts

For the next four weeks, we will be reading the play The Diary of Anne Frank. In addition to reading the play, students will be analyzing the dramatic elements of the play and discussing the story. At the end of the unit, students will take a test, compare the play to a current film, and go on a field trip to see a production of the play. Students should also be working on reading a book outside of class and completing seven journal entries.

4/15/08 Language Arts

For the next four weeks, we will be reading the play The Diary of Anne Frank. In addition to reading the play, students will be analyzing the dramatic elements of the play and discussing the story. At the end of the unit, students will take a test, and we will go on a field trip to see a production of the play. Students should also be working on reading a book outside of class and completing seven journal entries.

March and April Enriched Language Arts

During the last two weeks in March and the first two weeks in April, students will be reading The Pearl and working on a four to five paragraph essay about the novel.

March and April Language Arts

During the last two weeks in March and the first two weeks in April, we will be working on reading novels in literature circles. In addition to reading novels, students should be working on completing a four to five paragraph editorial.

Touching Spirit Bear Reflection

What is the most significant theme from the novel? Explain why it is significant. Read and respond to at least one other classmate. Remember a theme is not a summary of events.

Inherit the Wind Reflection #3

Choose the two most important themes from the play and explain why they are significant. Read and respond to at least one other classmate. Remember a theme is not a summary of events.

2/25/08 Enriched Language Arts

This week we will finish Inherit the Wind. You will take a test on the play. In addition to completing the play, you should continue to work on quarter reading.