Last week, students enjoyed writing a song for the short film adaptation of "Thank You, Ma'am," even though, some actually would have rather written an essay (I see that as progress). They are really looking forward to the extra credit opportunity on Friday, November 18, where they will be able to perform their song for the class (I think I might be more excited than the rest of the class). CLICK HERE to see a sneak peak of the talented songwriters and performers!
This week, students will be working in partners on a class website to research different World War II/Jewish Holocaust topics. This is to build background for their upcoming graphic novel Maus I: My Father Bleeds History that we will begin reading after Thanksgiving break. They will be researching an assigned topic and including written articles using cited evidence and pictures from the time period to create an appealing and informative web page that covers the three writing genres: argumentative, explanatory, and narrative. Students will then use the gallery walk method to learn about the different topics and critique the work of their classmates.
Pre-Activity for Holocaust Research Website Design
Holocaust Research Website Design Example
Tuesday
Holocaust Research Website Design Example
Wednesday
Holocaust Research Website Design Example
AR Log Check (Log-5 entries/Signature)
*Students need to be reading an AR book that has a reading level >3.5 for 30 minutes 5 nights per week. Students need to earn 35 points at every quarter checkpoint (12/9, 3/10 and 6/2). GOOD NEWS: Students only need to complete the front side to take an AR quiz!
Thursday
Holocaust Research Website Gallery Walk
Friday
Veteran's Day Holiday
