Last week, we discussed the concept of a "hero" in order to prepare for the definition essay that students will write this week. This essay is all about defining the concept and using personal, historical, and fictional heroes to prove the definition that they have constructed. If students didn't finish the outline on Friday, they had homework this weekend. It would be great if you could look at their outline and ask clarifying questions--what does this mean? why did you choose this person? why did you choose to focus on this example? how does that make this person a hero? how does that prove the definition you outlined in your thesis? These are all analytical questions that should get students thinking about adding more commentary to their writing in order to prove their conceptual definition of what a "hero" is to their audience.
Students will write the rough draft of the essay from their completed outline. This is not a guided essay; therefore, students will have the opportunity, on their own time, to make corrections to their essays and resubmit, if they do not reach the standard and/or earn the grade that they want. The final essay will be due Tuesday, November 14 at midnight.
Definition Essay: What Is A Hero?
Tuesday
Definition Essay: What Is A Hero?
Wednesday
Definition Essay: What Is A Hero?
Thursday
Definition Essay: What Is A Hero? Due Monday--Beginning of Class
AR Log Check (Log-5 entries/Signature)
*Students need to be reading an AR book that has a reading level of 3.5+ for 30 minutes 5 nights per week. Students need to earn 35 points by every checkpoint (12/13, 03/14, and 05/30). Please see the AR Log for more information. GOOD NEWS: Students only need to complete the front side to take an AR quiz!
Friday
Veteran's Day Observed
