9/4/07

English 3

Aim
1. What were the differences and similarities between the Plymouth and the Jamestown settlers?
2. How were their respective values reflected in their writings?

Launch: What are some of the differences between the different parts of the United States (i.e. the Northeastern states vs. the Southern states vs. the Midwestern states vs. the Western states)? (You may write a paragraph or create a list.)

Agenda
1. Share in small groups.
2. Create chart in large groups on the differences between the North, South, Midwest and West U.S.

Homework: Independent reading.

English 4

Aim
1. What are the characteristics of a personal essay?

Launch: Thinking about your favorite celebrity, what sorts of information would you want to know about him/her that you don't already know? (Write a paragraph or create a list of questions.)

Agenda
1. In groups, compare launches and create list of common information.
2. Class discussion in which we will develop a list of personal statement requirements.
3. Read sample personal essay.

Homework: Independent reading.

AP

Aim
1. How do you go about answering the essay questions on the AP exam?
2. What are the requirements of a "long-form?"

Launch: Read the essay prompt and identify what the prompt asks you to do. How would you go about writing this essay?

Agenda
1. Discuss launch.
2. Go over long-form.

Homework: Read chapter 1 of Sound & Sense. At the end of the chapter you will find a section called "Suggestions for Writing." Write an essay based on the first of the two options there. Due Friday.