ELA 8 Week 13

Friday, 11/8/19

1. Due: Spelling #15 Quizlet
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Demonstrate mastery of spelling words and definitions by earning a "C" or higher on the spelling test.
2. Read and analyze Lord of the Flies by tracing character development, sequencing plot events, and development of themes. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #15 
1. Quizlet Live Review
2. Test
2. Lord of the Flies
1. Chapter 1 
1. List major events
2. Define glossary words
3. The Scenery
4. What is the "scar"?
5. Words to describe Ralph and Piggy
6. Island Slang
7. First impressions
4. HW: 
1. Work on LOTF Chapter 1 analysis questions in packet

Thursday, 11/7/19

1. Due: Spelling #15 Packet
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Identify and review proper spelling and definitions of 20 spelling words.
2. Read and analyze Lord of the Flies by tracing character development, sequencing plot events, and development of themes. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Spelling #15 Quizlet
1. Correct Packet
2. Lord of the Flies
1. SS Video--Unit Overview
2. Read and discuss Chapter 1. 
1. Focus on character development, sequence of plot events, development of theme
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Quizlet due and test Friday, 11/8.
2. Work on LOTF Chapter 1 analysis questions in workbook

Wednesday, 11/6/19

1. Due: LOTF Pre-reading pages 1-4
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Read and analyze information about an author and historical period to provide context for the novel, Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
3. Agenda: 
1. LOTF Student Workbook
1. Stamp pages 1-4 for completion
2. Review and discuss pre-reading
2. Spelling #15 Quizlet
1. Flashcards
2. Learn
3. Write
4. Spell
5. Test--Options: all terms, no images, written responses, 85% or higher
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7; Quizlet and test Friday, 11/8.

Tuesday, 11/5/19

1. Due: Nothing today
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Read and analyze information about an author and historical period to provide context for the novel, Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
3. Agenda: 
1. LOTF Student Workbook
1. Page 1--Read and annotate/highlight main ideas and important information.
2. Page 2--Respond thoughtfully and in complete sentences.
3. Page 3--Read and discuss with your groups, then explain your answers in complete sentences.
4. Page 4--Survival Island--Complete with your group and explain your reasons in complete sentences.
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.

Monday, 11/4/19

1. Due: Desert Island Slides (GC)
2. Learning Target(s): 
1. Compare and contrast two sides of an argument by evaluating reasons and evidence from a text and determining which type of appeal is most effectively used: ethos, pathos, or logos. 
3. Agenda: 
1. Present Flag Slide of your Desert Island Slideshow
2. Mini-Philosophical Chairs: Violence in Movies
3. Check out Lord of the Flies by William Golding.
4. HW: 
1. Spelling #15 Packet due Thursday, 11/7.