Date and Learning Target | Classwork and Resources | Assignments |
2/27-28 I can tell the events from Polyphemus' point of view, changing the story from Odysseus' to his. |
Block 1 SAT prep : Parallel Structure Block 4 Practice and Parallel Structure practice Homeric Similes -- peer share -- best? Point of view The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs The Way Eye See It |
Write your version of events from Polyphemus' point of view -- submit the hyperlink, shared for editing, to Schoology |
2/25-26 I can better visualize the meaning of a Homeric Simile and their "special effects" by finding visual representation online. Honors: I can analyze the Homeric simile by finding representation online and explaining what is being emphasized. |
Block 1 More Greek Words -- Quizziz Block 4 -- SAT prep : Parallel Structure and Parallel Structure practice Homeric Similes -- appreciating them :) Assignment on SCHOOLOGY
Finish reading Book IX (the Kyklops)
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Complete your Homeric Similes work -- submit to Schoology Make sure you have finished reading Book IX -- the Kyklops/Cyclops :) Expect a reading quiz! |
2/21-22 I can use context clues to interpret words within Bk IX of The Odyssey. |
Block 1 -Greek Words in action Kahoot Block 4 - More Greek Words Quizziz
Cicones & Lotus Eaters: Nature of Challenges Infographic - ONE for both
Words in Context practice Book IX
Book IX of Odyssey on Actively Learn |
Get through 1/2 of Book IX Finish your infographic for Cicones and Lotus Eaters |
2/15-20 I can manipulate Greek words to create new definitions. I can review peers' infographics to help improve both theirs and my own. |
Block 1) Greek prefixes, roots, and suffixes Create 3 new words with their definitions
Block 4) Greek Words in action Kahoot
Share infographics -- peer review using rubric Read Parts I & II of Book IX on Actively Learn
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Finish reading Parts I & II of Book IX on Actively Learn if necessary |
2/13-14 I can create an infographic that summarizes the plot and key ideas from Book V of The Odyssey. |
Block 4) Greek prefixes, roots, and suffixes Create 3 new words with their definitions Both Sections: Create an infographic (using online tool Venngage) about Calypso's Island -- see Schoology Assignment This formative is practice -- others will be interim and summative... Ms. S-V's sample discussed but you have to come up with your own! |
Finish and submit your infographic; we will discuss and assess them next class! |
2/12 SNOW DAY! |
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2/8-11 I can create new words using Greek. I can use reading strategies to tackle the challenging text of the Odyssey. |
Appositive and Practice video through Troy Tackling The Odyssey
Book V on Actively Learn as assigned :)
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Finish Book V on Actively Learn |
2/6-7 I can understand the desire driving Odysseus |
Khan Academy LINKING Gilligan's Island, Ogygia, and other paradises What could make YOU want to leave these places? |
Complete 20 minutes of Khan Academy practices -- grammar and effective language use |
2/4-5 I can relate to Ralston's story of grit and describe a time I too had to "tough it out."
I can tell and listen to a story about grit in small groups. |
Comma Splices and Fused Sentences Block 1 Watch the Grit Actively Learn assignment Stories about Grit -- surviving the worst! His own words Story Telling Think of a time you almost gave up -- use the Story Telling Hints doc to help brainstorm -- then tell to small group; feedback from group about what held their attention, what didn't Pixar in a Box Story Telling
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Important term to understand: suitor -- a man who pursues a relationship with a particular woman, with a view to marriage. Watch the video summary of The Odyssey We will start reading at about 5:30 minutes in...Book V :) AND Complete Khan Academy practices
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2/1 I can peer edit using a checklist created from the rubric. I can give partner's essay a meaningful title |
Create Checklist from Rubric Peer Edit Title partner's essay |
Submit final copy (no edits, titled, formal) to Schoology before next class extra credit: submit final copy to Schoology by Sunday Noon. |