October 12, 2010

Homework:
Pictionaries 1-20 Unit 3
Synonyms Unit 3

Today:
We reviewed words words 1-10 Unit 3.
We discussed words 11-20 Unit 3.
We discussed what author's purpose is.  We watched this touching video and discussed the following notes.  Then we watched the video adaptation of "Thank you, M'am."

What do you think is the author’s purpose?
         (What does he/she want you to go away with?)
         Who is the author?

         What do you think the author’s purpose was for making this piece?

What medium did he/she accomplish this?
         Medium: (story, poem, video)

         In that medium, how was the message delivered?
         (Characters, dialogue, metaphor, storyline, visuals, music)

How do you connect with this piece.
         How does this piece resonate in you?
         What does it remind you of?
         What will you remember most about this piece… now.