Ways to Skin a Cat, Method B
Warm Up:
Sentence Combos, Option A
Standards:
ELAGSE11-12W3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events
using effective technique, well-chosen details, and well-structured event sequences.
- Engage and orient the reader by setting out a problem, situation, or observation and its significance, establishing one or multiple point(s) of view, and introducing a narrator and/or characters;create a smooth progression of experiences or events.
- Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, description,reflection, and multiple plot lines, to develop experiences, events,and/or characters.
- Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole and build toward a particular tone and outcome (e.g., a sense of mystery, suspense, growth, or resolution).
- Use precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language to convey a vivid picture of the experiences, events,setting, and/or characters.
- Provide a conclusion that follows from and reflects on what is experienced, observed, or resolved over the course of the narrative.
ELAGSE11-12W5 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.
Learning Intentions (What do we want to 'get'):
- Narrative essays use personal stories to illustrate deep lessons about life and growing up.
- Good writing uses active verbs, clearly orders the ideas, and links excellent concrete detail to well-reasoned broader themes.
Success Criteria (How do we know we 'got it'):
- Read The Great Gatsby
- Complete Common App Pre-writing reflection
- Write Common App Essay Draft
- 500-650 Words
- MLA Format
- Be specific & concrete: Paint a picture of a moment in time
- Link your personal experience to broad themes/lessons
- Submit completed draft to Google Classroom
- Vocab Quiz #4 (Friday)
- How To Read Literature Review & Discussion Questions (Due 9/5)
- Blog #2 Due 9/8
- Continue Reading Gatsby (Book Test Wednesday)
