Andrews’ Association

Vocabulary you should know: plot, exposition, rising action, climax, falling action and resolution. See attached PPT notes if you need a hint: Elements of a plot diagram

Homework: Begin reviewing the vocabulary for the test on Friday

Agenda

1.DGP Quiz

2. Media Center-Multiple Intelligence Activity(How smart are you?)

                                        Typed and saved narratives in student folders

                                         Book Checkout

Homework: Read and  contribute  to your million word challenge.

Noteworthy News

PTSA will sell Olympic shirts for two more days only – next Tuesday and Thursday.  The cost is 6.00

McClure Mouth Watering Munchies Cookbook

The Renaissance Program at McClure is selling its first McClure’s Mouth Watering Munchies Cookbook! It will be filled with delicious recipes from staff, students, and families! You may order a cookbook now by clicking on the link below. You can send this order form in with your payment and have your child place the payment(in a white envelope) in a black box at school. The deadline for ordering a cookbook is Sept. 23. Thanks so much for your support! Download Order Form

Reader’s Journey-Plot and Point of View

Homework: Continue working in your narrative drafts. Do not forget to include the story elements we have been discussing in class.

Thank you   for embracing Reader’s Journey.  You are on your way to becoming critical readers and writers.

Homework: As you continue to organize you narrative, do not forget these words: setting, characters,  conflict, plot,   and theme.

Syllabus  Signature Sightings-We are at 80%.

Welcome to My Blog.

This is the first day I have been able to post so the world can see it.

Monday in Language Arts

Essential Question: How do I tell an effective and engaging story?

1. Daily Grammar Practice/Daily Reading Practice

2. Notes: Elements of a  narrative story

3. “Can you tell a story” activity

Homework: Complete narrative story organizer . We will begin writing our stories in class on Tuesday.

Ongoing Activities:

Get syllabus signed and return to teacher 

Million word reading challenge

Summer Reading: Due on or before September 1o

I have enjoyed getting to know each of you. I am certain that we are going to have a great year. This school year will provide you with the opportunity to extend your skills in the areas writing and reading. I look forward to guiding you on a new and exciting  journey this school year

The supplies you will need for our class are as follows:

1. Binder-1 inch for exclusive use in LA

2. Three(3) tabs labeled-notes, classwork, graded work

3. Highlighter

4. Red or green pens for checking

5. Composition book for journaling-These are provided for you by the teacher.

Check back often for updates

***The last day to turn in summer reading is September 10, 2009***

I have enjoyed getting to know each of you. I am certain that we are going to have a great year. This school year will provide you with the opportunity to extend your skills in the areas writing and reading. I look forward to guiding you on a new and exciting  journey this school year

The supplies you will need for our class are as follows:

1. Binder-1 inch for exclusive use in LA

2. Three(3) tabs labeled-notes, classwork, graded work

3. Highlighter

4. Red or green pens for checking

5. Composition book for journaling-These are provided for you by the teacher.

Check back often for updates

***The last day to turn in summer reading is September 10, 2009***