Language Arts
Unit: Analyzing Political Cartoons
Focus: *Understanding Persuasive Appeal
* Understanding the Role of symbolism in Writing
* Political Cartoon Packet Explained & Presented 2/3. Due 2/6.
Summative Assessment: * Working on/designing a Political Cartoon 2/6-2/7. Due 2/7 @ the end of class.
Most of the work on this assignment must be completed in class. You may spend fifteen to twenty minutes at home polishing classwork.
Focus: Study Sync
Reading Unit: “The Powers that Be.” Students, we will continue to analyze how narratives make us aware of detailed & personal perspectives. We will culminate with group discussions on theme, structure, mood, tone, & characterization.
Focus: Revisiting RTL. All work on this assignment will be completed in class!
Monthly Grammar Standards due 2/10
Book Talk
* Book Talk Presented & Explained 12/9. Due 2/10.
Time permitting you may work on your book project in class- you are welcome!
History
Unit: The Legacies and History of Japan
In-Class Reading, Discussions /Work on Assigned Prompts 1/27-2/5
* Prompts & scheduled due dates posted on GC
Unit: Heian-Kyo - The Heart of Japan’s Golden Age Final Assessment
Presented & Explained 2/6. All work posted on GC
Polite Reminders:
* Monthly Grammar Review 1/10. Standards Assigned 1/10. Due 2/10
* Book Talk (Teacher Conferences) Assigned 12/9. Due 2/10