Book Clubs

In English class, we have shifted from writing to reading in all classes.  In tenth grade, we have learned about the Hero's Journey pattern in literature.  After learning the 12 stages, the students were put in book club groups to read a book that follows this pattern.  Students are identifying the steps in this journey as they read.  They will complete their books next Tuesday, 9/20 and begin creating a presentation to share with the class and parents.  Date and time to follow.

In ninth grade, we finished the Introduce Yourself narrative projects and we are starting to read The Great Little Madison, a biography of James Madison.  We made vocabulary study guides for a quiz next week.  We will begin with chapter one on Tuesday.  We will read a chapter each day, then summarize and discuss.  We will have a writing task, a test, and several quizzes as we go through this book.

Even with the increased reading in the classroom, home reading is still required.  All students have an in class book report on Thursday, September 29.  The only preparation needed is to read the book and students may use the book when they answer the question on that date.  Have a great week!