Language Arts
Writing Focus: A Perfect Summary.
All writing on standards aligned to this unit will be completed in class.
Reading Focus
Novella: The Pearl
We will be reading this novella in its entirety in class. Students, though the story makes for a simple read, yet, within its simplicity, is a complex tale filled with imagery, symbolism, and thematic significance.
Chapter II Reading & Discussion 10/18.
Prompts Presented & Explained 10/21. Due 10/23
Unit: Understanding Point of View
* Project Assigned & Explained 10/7. Students peruse the given handouts. Collaborating with your group & being mindful of the due date will result in a fine project -one with little to no stress.
-Work on Project 10/7-10/17.
-Script/Backdrops/Props due 10/16. Please know that you do not need to purchase any items. Be creative with what you own!
-Reviews, Readings & Rehearsals 10/17-10/22
-Presentations 10/23. Please adhere to the timeframe provided in class- thank you!
Focus: Biography
Reading Project Presented & Explained 10/2. Due 11/6.
History
The Cultural Legacy of West Africa
Students, herein, you will:
* learn about the orature (oral arts), written traditions, music, and visual arts of West Africa
* Learn to describe the importance of written and oral traditions in the transmission of African history and culture
* explain how African cultural achievements of the past continue to shape the world today
-Work Presented & Explained 10/21. Due 10/24 @ the beginning of class
Most work must be completed in class. Incomplete classwork is to be regarded as homework for that day!
DBQ Assigned and Explained 10/24. Classwork on DBQ 10/24 - 10/28. DBQ and its corresponding cover are due 10/29 @ the beginning of class.
-Know that all assigned work is posted on G.Classroom:)
Polite Reminders:
Reading Project (Biography) Presented & Explained 10/2. Due 11/2. Moved to 11/6:)
Happy Halloween!
Happy Diwali!
However, kindly do spend 15-20 minutes reading your book at home. Thank you!
Monthly Grammar Standards
October Review 9/30. Standards Selected & Assigned 9/30. Due 10/30
Novella: The Pearl
* The Pearl Chapter II Reading and Discussions 10/18. Prompts checked off 10/23. Use the time provided in class judiciously!