✏️Mrs. Colon ~ 8th Grade/Team 203 Assignments

Directions:
1.) You must use every letter of the alphabet to represent something about your life. For example, important events, special places, school, awards, sports, special people (family & friends) things you love, etc. 
2.) Please make sure you are clear/specific with your details and explain/support each letter of the alphabet. 
3.) You must write in FULL sentences, not just words or phrases, so that it shows me clear images of your life. 
4.) The first letter should be larger than the rest of the sentence and a different color font. 
5.) You may choose your favorite color font (must be readable) or multiple colors that represent you/your personality.
6.) At the end of each sentence, add an image to highlight what you wrote about. 
7.) Most importantly, have FUN!!!!😁

There are detailed instructions on "The Soundtrack of Your Life" Powerpoint slides.

Directions:
1.) View the Soundtrack Video & listen carefully to the directions.
2.) Follow the steps on "The Soundtrack of Your Life" Google Slides.
3.) All planning sheets and work should be written on slides 2, 3, & 4. Make sure you capitalize the appropriate information, write in complete thoughts, & mechanics counts.
4.) Review "The Soundtrack of Your Life" Rubric so you are aware how you will be assessed. Make sure you type your FULL name on the rubric.

There are detailed instructions on the "Sports Mash-Up" Powerpoint slides.

Directions:
1.) View the Sports Mash-Up Video & listen carefully to the directions.
2.) Follow the steps on the Sports Mash-Up Google Slides.
3.) All planning sheets and work should be written on slides 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7. Make sure you capitalize the appropriate information, write in complete thoughts, & mechanics counts.
4.) Review the "Sports Mash-Up" Rubric so you are aware how you will be assessed. Make sure you type your FULL name on the rubric.

The following 10 projects/assignments listed below are the options you can choose to complete your End of the Novel Projects for Animal Farm:
1. Literary Party Planning
2. Literary Lyrics Rewrite
3. Character Psych Assessment
4. Litflix Playlist
5. A Thousand Words
6. Character Business Cards
7. What's In A Name?
8. Character Pin Board
9. Character T-shirts
10. Alphabet Analysis

Working collaboratively with a partner, choose 5 projects listed above and complete using the novel, "Animal Farm."

Objective (s):
1.) Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently, collaboratively, and proficiently with scaffolding as needed.
2.) Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text.
3.) Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.
4.) Cite textual evidence and make relevant connections to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
5.) Analyze in detail how a key individual, event, or idea is introduced, illustrated, and elaborated in a text through examples or anecdotes.
6.) Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases by using context clues, analyzing meaningful word parts, and consulting general and specialized reference materials, as appropriate.
7.) Acquire and use accurately a range of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when encountering an unknown term important to comprehension or expression.

Directions:

Step 1: Read the informational text Article: Is Texting Killing The English Language? by John MCWhorter.
Step 2: While you are reading, highlight important details and annotate your thoughts on the side that will help you answer the questions. 
Step 3: After reading, analyzing, and annotating the text using the "R.A.C.E.C.E" Strategy when answering the questions and fully EXPLAIN in detail in order to be successful on the assignment. The more detailed your answers are, the more you will strengthen your reading, writing, and communication skills.
Step 4: Question responses should be size 12 font and NOT in bold.
Step 5: Make sure you Submit and Turn in your work on Wednesday, May 26th at 11:59PM.

Directions:
1.) Choose ONE quote that speaks to you and DELETE all the other slides.
2.) Share what you think the quote means, whether or not you agree with the quote, and how you can connect the quote with your own life or the world around you. 
3.) You should be explaining and providing examples that connect with the quote and your life.
4.) The entire slide/page should be completed with a beginning, middle, and end.
5.) Do NOT double-space
6.) Turn in and submit assignment on Monday, May 17th by 11:59PM.

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Thursday, April 15th:

Please complete the following assignments:

Complete one Throwback Thursday Writing prompt (This should be your 3rd prompt).
Read Chapter 6 of Animal Farm using the audiobook.
As you read, highlight important details based on the Digital Notebook and annotate/take notes in the margins of the text.
Complete the Chapter 6 Summary - There should be three (3) bullets about this chapter that are important/main points. Do not forget to write hashtag about the chapter. 
Complete Chapter 6 questions using the R.A.C.E Strategy. Remember to back up all your answers with direct evidence from the novel. 

Friday, April 16th:

Please complete the following assignments:

Read Chapter 7 of Animal Farm  using the audiobook.
As you read, highlight important details based on the Digital Notebook and annotate/take notes in the margins of the text.
Complete the Chapter 7 Summary - There should be three (3) bullets about this chapter that are important/main points. Do not forget to write hashtag about the chapter. 
Complete Chapter 7 questions using the R.A.C.E Strategy. Remember to back up all your answers with direct evidence from the novel.

Please READ everything carefully and follow ALL directions or points will be deducted from your grade. The Chapters 6 & 7 Comprehension Response Assessment will be a test grade for Reading and Writing. Please be prepared to discuss both Chapters in class on Monday, April 19th. 

***Turn In & Submit on Friday, April 16th @11:59PM***

Today you will take a Lexile Test through myON. This will measure your Lexile score which will help you choose books to challenge yourself when you are completing your independent reading. Please answer all of the questions on the Lexile Exam and do your best.

1.) Log in to Clever
2.) Click on My Projects
3.) Complete Lexile Exam Task
4.) Click TURN IN

Do NOT submit OR turn in your slides until we discuss in class.

Choose ONE picture prompt and ONE of the following options:
1.) Use the image to spark a fictional story
2.) Describe the image using vivid detail
3.) Write a personal memory that this image brings to mind.

The entire page must be filled with your response. Be creative and have fun!

This assignment is due 02/04/2021. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Double-space, create a title, size 12 font, and in Google Docs

As you view the film, ask yourself: what lesson from Johnson, Jackson, and Vaughan's life most speaks to
you?

Objective (s):
1.) Recognize and differentiate between various forms of propaganda techniques.
2.) Examine and analyze propaganda in television.
3.) Investigate how advertisements use persuasive techniques to inform, engage, and interest viewers emotionally.
4.) Observe, apply your knowledge, and make an analysis of 6 images in an identification activity.
5.) Engage effectively in a group discussion, building on each other’s ideas, and expressing your own clearly.

Directions:

Step 1: Work collaboratively in groups to identify which propaganda techniques are best represented by the advertisements.
Step 2: Then provide an explanation and reasoning for your choices using complete sentences.
Step 3: Be prepared to discuss and defend your reasoning and choices with the class.

*At the end of class, you will submit this activity.

Women of Black History

Black History Month is a great opportunity for you to learn about black historical figures that you have never heard of before!

The following slides you are required to complete:
Slide 2: Vocabulary
Slide 8: Eleanor and Marian, How it feels to be colored me by Zora Neale Hurston, or What Angela Davis is fighting for
Slide 16: Sing Your Heart Out, Stand Out IN A CROWD, or The Liberation of Society

The following slides you must choose four (4) to complete:
Slides 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15

You will have a total of seven (7) projects completed. The activities you are NOT completing you need to delete. The ONLY slides that should be left are the projects you are completing.

Black History Month Historical Figure: Angela Davis

"I am no longer accepting things that I cannot change. I am changing the things that I cannot accept."

- Angela Davis

In the 1970s, Angela Davis was labeled a trouble maker, a radical, and a criminal. Today, we call her legendary, an activist, a scholar, and a historical figure. With this Black History Month Historical Figure project, you will be transported back to the 1970s when Angela Davis was on trial for a crime that she did not commit. This very crime turned her into an activist and revolutionary, fighting for those who are oppressed all over the world. You will not only read about the incredible woman and historical figure Angela Davis is, but with this Black History Month Historical figure project, you will be able to use the information to gain and tap into the Angela Davis in you. Angela Davis will inspire you to become activists and historical figures yourselves as you grapple with what is worth fighting for.

Black History Month Historical Figure: Zora Neale Hurston

"I do not weep at the world I am too busy sharpening my oyster knife."

- Zora Neale Hurston

Known as a literary legend of her time, historical figure Zora Neale Hurston was audacious enough to be her own person, relishing in black culture and walking to her own beat. In this Black History Month Historical Figure: Zora Neale Hurston project, you will find an array of articles, biographies, videos, and activities that delve into who Zora Neale Hurston was a writer of the Harlem Renaissance era, an anthropologist, and a preserver of black folklore and heritage. A staple in Black History, this Zora Neale Hurston Black History Month project will teach you to be your true and authentic selves no matter the circumstances.

Black History Month Historical Figure: Marian Anderson

"Everyone has a gift for something, even if it is the gift of being a good friend."

- Marian Anderson

Her gift was singing. Black opera singer Marian Anderson used her voice to break down barriers at the peak of the Civil Rights Movement. With this Black History Month Historical Figure: Marian Anderson project, you will learn how to use your voice to fight for what is right in the world today. Marian Anderson was not only a talented opera singer, her life is an example that courage and strength can leave a lasting, historical impact on the world. This Black History Month, show what it means to be courageous, audacious and an inspiration to those around you through the study of this amazing woman: Marian Anderson!

Standards:
RH.6-8.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies.

RH.6-8.2: Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.

RH.6-8.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.

RI.7.1: Cite several pieces of textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.

RI.7.2: Determine two or more central ideas in a text and analyze their development over the course of the text; provide an objective summary of the text.

RI.7.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone.

RI.7.7: Compare and contrast a text to an audio, video, or multimedia version of the text, analyzing each medium’s portrayal of the subject (e.g., how the delivery of a speech affects the impact of the words).

RL.7.4: Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the impact of rhymes and other repetitions of sounds (e.g., alliteration) on a specific verse or stanza of a poem or section of a story or drama.

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"YOU CHOOSE" which future goal would you like to research and present/teach to the class.

Your mission is to MAKE your bucket list, research ONE of the items on it, and PRESENT it to the class.

Once I approve your bucket list and item you are choosing to research and present, you may begin gathering your notes and preparing your research on your Google Slides. This first step/process is crucial to the success of your project.

Objective(s):
1.) Research the action steps to accomplish a goal.
2.) Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
3.) Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism.
4.) Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects, utilizing an inquiry-based research process, based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
5.) Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others.
6.) Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, voice and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
7.) Present information, findings, and supporting evidence such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
8.) Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations.
9.) Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions with diverse partners on grade 6 topics, texts, and issues, building on others’ ideas and expressing their own clearly.

This assignment is due 02/21/2021. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

Create your own examples of political cartoons using images to demonstrate your understanding of satire. Write an explanation of the satire - how and why it is being used by the artist.

*You can create it on a Google Slide or Jamboard.

Guiding Questions
1.) What are the important parts of an effective body paragraph?
2.) What are the common characteristics of effective body paragraphs?
3.) What transition words might be appropriate for your essay?
4.) How can your outline help you draft the body of your essay?

How to Write Effective Body Paragraphs

After you have written an introductory paragraph that gets your audience interested in your
topic, you are ready to write body paragraphs. The body is the main content of any essay.
In an expository essay, the body paragraphs must provide enough information to explain
the topic thoroughly. Most expository essays have three to five body paragraphs.
Effective body paragraphs usually have some common characteristics:

1. Explain one main point. The main point developed in a body paragraph is clearly
stated in a sentence, often called the topic sentence. The first sentence of a body
paragraph is often the topic sentence. The remaining sentences make supporting
points to explain or illustrate the main point.
2. Provide information to support the main point. Supporting points are presented
in an order that leads the audience to the main point. You should present enough
information to convince the audience of each supporting point. You may want to
include some specific facts, data, or quotes. The paragraph’s main point should be
the logical conclusion that the audience reaches at the end of the sequence of
supporting points. Remember to use your outline of main points and supporting
points to structure each body paragraph.
3. Present main points in a logical order. The main points are presented in an order
that leads the audience to a logical conclusion. You may have foreshadowed your
conclusion in your introductory paragraph. You should present enough information to
convince the audience of each main point. A well-structured expository essay moves
the audience closer to the conclusion with each body paragraph.
4. Follow an outline to structure the essay. The main and supporting points are
organized in your outline and can be used to develop your body paragraphs. You
may want to copy and paste the outline of your main points into your essay. You can
then develop one or more complete sentences based on the label for each main and
supporting point. An outline provides structure for your information and helps you
determine where facts, data, and quotes should appear in your essay.
5. Connect main points with smooth transitions. Effective body paragraphs are
connected so that the logical order flows smoothly from one main point to another.
Transitions are important in expository writing because they help readers follow your
explanation. Transitions connect your paragraphs and ideas to one another. Without
them, your writing would not flow smoothly. Transitions hold your expository essay
together.
6. Balance the structure of the essay. Effective body paragraphs maintain balance
in the structure of the essay. Most body paragraphs typically include about three to
five sentences, but this is just a guideline. If some paragraphs are very long and
others are very short, the essay may feel unbalanced to the reader. An unbalanced
essay often indicates that some of your main points may not be fully developed or
others may be overdeveloped with unnecessary or repetitive details. You may also
find that two or more very short paragraphs are really part of one main point. When
that occurs, you should combine the paragraphs and revise the sentences to explain
the new main point. You can always revise your outline if you find that your essay is
unbalanced.


Expository Transition Words

You can often connect a main point to the previous paragraph by using transition words in
the topic sentence. You can also write a concluding sentence using transition words to
connect the paragraph to the next main idea in your outline.

The following examples suggest some possible transition words for different types of
expository writing:

1. Cause and Effect: thus, therefore, for this reason, consequently, due to, as a result,
it follows that, hence, accordingly
2. Classify and Divide: as well, in addition, for example, for instance, in this case,
if…then, thus, therefore, that is, despite, regardless, notwithstanding, sometimes,
occasionally
3. Compare and Contrast: in comparison, similarly, likewise, still, yet, nevertheless, in
contrast, although, however, conversely, on the contrary, on the other hand.
4. Definition: that, that is, to, in order to, for, for the purpose of, evidently, obviously,
undoubtedly, actually, indeed, in fact, in other words
5. Process: first, last, finally, before, previously, after, next, then, subsequently,
followed by, at the same time, simultaneously, meanwhile

Remember to use transition words and sentences only when they are needed. If your main
points are presented in a logical order, you should not need to use too many transition
words.

Choose Mr. Jones OR Major to write a paragraph.

What would you say to Mr. Jones OR Major if you could speak to them? Make sure you explain and be descriptive. Double space, use 12 font, and create a title.

*Write your paragraph on a Google Doc & attach here.

1.) Digital Community Tour
2.) Digital Novel Movie - Choose ONLY 1
3.) Jonas' Journal

This assignment is due 02/04/2021. Click the attached link to access the assignment; on the CommonLit login page, click Log In With Google.

One-Pager Directions:
1.) Complete the "Fact Sheet" (Who, When/Where, What, How, Why, Type of Narration & Point-of-View). *This will be a separate grade.
Who: Identify characters & write distinctive characteristics & traits about each main character.
When/Where: Identify the time & place, even if it is not clearly told. You should use context clues (description of surroundings, dialects, mention of world events, etc.) *This will be a separate grade.
What: Summarize the MOST important aspects of the novel.
How: Here are some prompts to help you answer the following questions: How did each major event happen? What (or who) caused it to happen? How does it relate to later events (which events rely on an earlier event in order to transpire or take place)? *YOU MUST INCLUDE THE EXPLANATION OF THAT EVENT*
Why: Analyze what (or who) motivates the characters to do or say certain things. What is their inner drive? How does that provoke or prevent them from action?
Type of Narration & Point-of-View: Identify which type of narration (first, second, third person) and from whose perspective or point-of-view (name of character or characters).
2.) Once this is completed, use the One-Pager Directions & template and include the following information/images regarding your chosen novel.
3.) Follow steps 1-7 to complete the One-Pager that is attached. The Title & Author should be completed in the circle. Steps 2-7, can be displayed in any section you would like (Just make sure you have enough space in box for each section, so choose wisely) & paper and be vertical or horizontal. Your choice!
4.) You will need to print this page, complete assignment, take a picture, attach, & submit. If you think are are able to create your One-Pager online, you may do that as long as you are able to include everything. You can use creative colors to decorate or color online as well. Make sure I will be able to see & read everything.
5.) Grading Criteria & Points: Title & Author = 5 Points, Who = 10 Points, What = 10 Points,
Where/When = 15 Points, Why/How = 20 Points, Theme = 20 Points, Symbolism = 20 Points
Total Points: 100
6.) Be CREATIVE & Have FUN!

1.) The Giver Soundtrack
2.) Digital Novel Video Game - Choose ONLY 1
3.) The Giver's Speech

A one-pager is a way to visually share key ideas and information from what you have learned. When you create a one pager, you are trying to use both visual symbols and important words to clearly and concisely share your most important takeaways with someone else.
For this one pager, I’ve provided you with a template.

Using the poems from the book, "Woke," a young poet's call to justice, reflect on the poems and Martin Luther King, Jr. Then use your knowledge of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the poems to make a connection and create a on-pager.

Here’s what it MUST INCLUDE:
•Three main ideas from the poems, represented in both words and imagery
•Two significant quotations from Martin Luther King that stood out to you
•One or two key symbols from the poems, represented in words and/or images
•Connections between the poems and current events, represented in both words and images
•Connections between the poems and other work you have read, viewed, listened to, etc., represented in words, images, quotations, and/or symbols
•Your answer to the question: Has Martin Luther King’s dream been fulfilled?

You may also add other symbols, drawings, and words that represent the show as you wish.

Make sure you use the RACE Strategy to answer your questions.

You should be highlighting and writing annotations. This will be graded.

Go to this link to practice your vocabulary words using:
~ Electronic Flashcards
~ Audio Spelling Quizzes
~ Short Answer/Multiple Choice Online and Printable Quizzes
~ Scatter Electronic Vocabulary Game
~ Space Race Electronic Vocabulary Game

Please begin once you enter zoom classroom on slide 1 and follow for the week.

Write a paragraph describing the scene and how it transpired using the questions and elements. Make sure you double-space your paragraph and it should be AT LEAST 8-10 complete sentences.

1.) Where could this be taking place?
2.) Who could they be?
3.) What could be happening? Explain.
4.) What could have happened previously?
5.) What could they be feeling at that moment?
6.) What are they thinking?
7.) What are they saying to each other?
8.) What cold happen next?
9.) How could this end?

Directions:
1.) Create an internet browsing history based on which Founding Father are you alike/different from.
2.) Write the MAIN TOPIC in the search bar.
3.) On each of the website lines, invent a URL that relates to a subcategory of the topic.
For example, if your main topic was Shakespeare, you might have a URL for his birth place, his poetry,
his plays, etc.
4.) Below the URL, explain what content you learned!
6.) You should be filling in the entire box when you write your explanation just like the sample response.
7.) Type directly on the document.
8.) Have fun and be creative!

Write a paragraph/create a story (8-10 sentences) using the three words that were given to you.

The directions are on the bottom of each assignment.

Describe something about you based on the interview questions. Be specific and write a coherent (clear) paragraph (8-10 sentences or more). Don't forget to use descriptive details/words and dialogue. Have fun!

**Make sure you double-space and use 12 font**

**Come up with a fun title or even a pun about you**

Make sure you write in complete sentences using the R.A.C.E. Strategy.

Sometimes after reading a short story we are left wanting to know what happens next. For this writing assignment, continue the short story “Raymond's Run” by Toni Bambara. While writing consider the feelings, reactions, and relationships between characters. Use your imagination and elements from the short story to inform your narrative.

You will submit the following here:
1. Narrative: Typed-Double spaced, 12 font, New Times Roman or Arial
2. Cover with (digital images) title, name, & date

Attached to this post are instructions and the rubric which will be used to grade your stories.

This project will be a reading, writing, & social studies project grade.

During the Holocaust, which happened during WWII, Jewish people were given ten minutes to pack SOME of their belongings, were pulled out of their houses, and taken away from their homes. Others were forced into hiding to save their lives if they couldn’t leave their country that was occupied by the Nazis. If you knew you were going into hiding, what would you take with you? Remember, it must fit in a backpack or a small suitcase. NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES! You should simulate this activity at home. Grab your backpack or duffle, and see how many items you can actually fit in it! Remember also the majority of the time you must be quiet, and you cannot draw any attention to yourself on the street walking to your hiding place and also when you are hiding!

Step 1: Deciding what you are taking: Get your backpack or your duffle bag, and see what personal items fit into it. Those are the items you can take! You have to actually do this. You may want to take many precious items with you, but you can only take what you can fit in the small backpack, and you can also layer some clothes. However, you can’t look conspicuous or you will be stopped on the street and taken away. (Assume that, little by little, basic necessities such as soap, toothpaste, sheets, non-perishable food items, etc. would have been brought to your hiding place inconspicuously to your hiding place. CONCENTRATE ON PERSONAL ITEMS. Again, choose wisely. What fits in the knapsack goes.) Obviously, these items are important to you, so tell me why you are taking them with you. Remember, you cannot leave you hiding place. You can’t run to CVS or American Eagle for something. YOU CANNOT GO OUTSIDE AT ALL! Only your protector(s) can bring you items, and since it is wartime, items will be scarce and in short supply. CHOOSE WISELY.

Step 2: Brainstorming what you are taking: Now, write down what you can fit into your backpack. Again, be realistic. What fits is what goes. Also, make a list of the items you wanted to take but can’t. How does this make you feel? If it takes up all the room, it must be eliminated. NO ELECTRONIC DEVICES OF ANY KIND!

Step 3: Creating the Backpack: On a separate sheet of paper/poster board/computer paper create a suitcase or knapsack, paste pictures from the Internet, magazines, clip-art, or drawings (only if you can draw) what you cannot live without and have chosen to take with you. This is the creative aspect of the project, so put your best creative foot forward.

Step 4: Letter to the Teacher- Lastly, you are going to write a well-constructed, detailed letter to me explaining in depth what you would take into hiding with you and why and what you had to leave behind and how this reality makes you feel.

*LETTER MUST BE TYPED *Please JUSTIFY the letter in a Google Doc (attached).
*Please reread and edit your work before you hand in the final draft.

Step 5: Have FUN & Be CREATIVE!

Step 6: Turn In & Submit!!!!

Directions:
1.) You are writing from Squeaky's perspective. Keep in mind how she changed at the end of the story.
2.) The response should be AT LEAST two paragraphs (8-10 sentences for each paragraph).
3.) Make sure you double-space your paragraphs.
4.) The font size should be 12 and no larger using Times New Roman or Arial.
5.) Make sure you review the Writing Rubric BEFORE and AFTER you complete the assignment, so you are aware of how you will be assessed.
6.) The assignment is due on October 16th @11:59pm. If assignment is turned in late, your grade will be a 50.
7.) Turn In & Submit your work.

Directions:
Plan your story about what happens next in the story “Raymond's Run” using the narrative planning tool. You will submit this to Google Classroom for approval.

Objective (s):
1.) Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, relevant descriptive details, and well-structured event sequences.
2.) Organize ideas, concepts, and information, using strategies such as definition, classification, comparison/contrast, and cause/effect.
3.) Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
4.) Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.
5.) Write routinely over extended time frames (reflection) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences.
6.) Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
7.) Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.
8.) Produce clear writing that is appropriate for the task, purpose, and audience.

A memoir is a narrative, written from the perspective of the author, about an important part of their life. A collection of memories that someone writes about his or her own life.

Memoir tells a compelling story using truth, theme, 1st person POV narration, voice, and a fifth element--the M&Ms of writing, Memory and Musing.

Characteristics of the Memoir:
1.) It focuses and reflects on the relationship between the writer and a particular person, place, animal, or object.
2.) It explains the significance of the relationship.
3.) It is limited to a particular phase, time period, place or recurring behavior in order to develop the focus fully.
.
Here are the steps for how to write a memoir:
1.) Choose your memoir's theme.
2.) List associating memoir memories.
3.) Add others' related memories.
4.) Write your memoir truthfully.
5.) Show, don't tell when writing a memoir.
6.) Get vulnerable with your memoir.
7.) Make connections with each story.
8.) Add the impact in your life today.

Directions:
1.) Write your own memoir with a repeating pattern based on the book, "When I Was Little" by Jaime Lee Curtis.
2.) Using Google Slides, you will create your memoir. There should be one sentence and images (to match sentence) on each slide.
3.) You must start each sentence with....When I was little, ....
4.) There should be 20 slides in total (cover, 17 When I was little, last page of book - ending, closing slide (The End).
5.) Make sure you are mindful of grammar, mechanics, and sentence structure.
6.) Use descriptive words and imagery (five senses...taste, touch, smell, hear, see)
7.) Turn In & Submit!

Objective (s):
1.) Assess and evaluate comprehension of diagnostic and selection test.

Objective (s):
1.) Cite textual evidence to support analysis of the text as well as inferences drawn from the text.
2.) Produce clear writing that is appropriate for the task, purpose, and audience.
3.) Assess and evaluate comprehension of diagnostic and selection test.

Directions:
1.) Turn In & Submit
2.) Place Open-Ended Response & Evidence-Based Sentence Stems in your Reading folder

Make sure you write in complete sentences and EXPLAIN in detail what you learned.

Make sure you write in complete sentences.

Directions:
1.) I will be reviewing and assessing your annotations for the short story, "Raymond's Run.
2.) Turn In & Submit
3.) Place "Raymond's Run" Short Story in your Reading folder

Your Task:
You arrive at school to learn that your principal has been kidnapped! The following evidence and interviews have been collected, and the superintendent is seeking the students' help to infer what may have happened and who the culprit might be.

You will work collaboratively to create a possible explanation and suspect to present to the administration.

Directions:
1.) Read slides 1 & 2 about the following information:
Slide 1:
~ The Crime Scene
~ Eye-witness Accounts
~ Evidence Collected
~ Preliminary Suspects
~ Other items of Note
~ Interviews

Slide 2:
~ Exhibit A
~ Exhibit B
~ Exhibit C
~ Exhibit D
~ Exhibit E
~ Exhibit F

2.) On slide 3, there are three response questions to answer. Be specific, clear, and give evidence based on slides 1 & 2 (your answers should fill the entire box).
3.) You are typing directly on the document.
4.) Do not double space your responses.
5.) Turn In & Submit!
6.) Place in reading folder
5.) Have fun!

Objectives:
1.) Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.
2.) Determine two or more central ideas of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to provide a complex analysis; provide an objective summary of the text.
3.) Analyze a complex set of ideas or sequence of events and explain how specific individuals, ideas, or events interact and develop over the course of the text.
4.) Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings.
5.) Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
6.) Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
7.) Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience.
8.) Use print and web resources to research one person, then conduct research using internet reference resources to find accurate and descriptive word choice.
9.) Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments or information.
10.) Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
11.) Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
12.) Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases.
13.) Engage effectively in a group discussion with diverse partners on grade 7 & 8 topics and text, building on each other’s ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Directions:
Step 1: View the Hispanic Heritage Figure Month Biography Research Pennant and choose ONE person/figure in history you would like to research from the list provided.
Step 2: You will research your chosen Hispanic Figure based on the following criteria listed: A Quote to Remember, Life Lesson I Learned, Words That Say It All, Journey Timeline (Childhood, School, four Life Events), and Hispanic Heritage completed by means your full name.
Step 3: In order to successfully complete the Hispanic Heritage Figure Biography Research Pennant, I highly recommend the following three websites – Britannica.com, Biography.com. OR NewsELA.com. All three websites are outstanding resources for biography research.
Step 4: The research MUST be typed on the pennant, print pennant, cut your pennant ONLY along dashed lines, then FULLY color, and outlined neatly.
Step 5: Take a picture of you pennant and attach it here.
Step 6: Turn In & Submit!
Step 7: Have FUN, Be Creative, and Think Outside of the Box ! :)

Do NOT complete until we discuss lesson in class.

The next time we are in class we will review the Plot Diagram. To prepare for this you will complete an Edpuzzle.

Directions:
1.) Watch the video and answer the questions to complete it
2.) Fill out the blank plot diagram in your Digital Notebook with the definitions of the plot devices
3.) Turn In & Submit

YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE THIS COMPLETED IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE NEXT ACTIVITY

Objective:
~ Develop a growth mindset viewing short, engaging video clips and respond to a writing prompt.
~ Promote and foster growth mindset.

Directions:
1.) Review the "Growth Mindset Video Journal Rubric, so you are aware of how you will be assessed
2.) View the videos
3.) Choose two videos that you feel a personal connection to in your life
4.) On the Video Journal Response sheets, respond to both videos you viewed.
5.) Respond & write one response on each sheet. For example, one on the top sheet and one on the bottom sheet.
6.) Make sure to check you mechanics, grammar, and sentence structure
7.) Turn In & submit

The Digital Back to School Escape Room Team Builder is to help foster classroom community and improve critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Focus Skills: Spelling, homophones, capitalization, following directions, and team work.

Directions:
1.) Watch a video that introduces the escape room back story.
Your team is at school on the weekend preparing for the upcoming school dance when the floor cracks open and stars spewing lava. Your teams only chance at escaping is to get the code to the elevator that brings all of you to the roof, but your teacher has protected the passphrase with challenges and puzzles.
2.) Record your answers on the response slides and input final passphrase into a password-protected document to see if your team can escape.
3.) Turn In & Submit
4.) If you do not turn in & submit on time, points will be deducted.

Directions for opening document and submitting:
1.) Open with Google Docs
2.) Complete the Agreement Form
3.) Click on File
4.) Click Download and save as PDF
5.) Click Add and attach PDF and Turn in & Submit