Wednesday
12/16/09

1&2 Lesson Focus: What should I be looking for in my free read?
What are the correct vocabulary words?
What do we know about the author?
1. Free read
2. Correct vocabulary
3. Extra assignment 1-10
4. Finish Mt Everest
5. Read about the author
Homework: Read Chapter 1

4th Period: Lesson Focus: How can I write an effective short answer?
1. Read “The Last Leaf”
2. Create your story book
a. Three Scenes
b. Pictures and words
Homework: Magi Rewrite due by Thursday

Mr. Behrman can best be described as:
determined or irresponsible
Choose one character trait that you think best describes Mr. Behrman and support
your answers with TBD’s. The answer needs to be in short answer/JE format.

5&6 Lesson Focus: What is concrete poetry?
What is a new way to take notes?
What are some characteristics of an extreme environment?

1. Concrete poetry: Two options- Go with Ms. Edick to the lab (204 B) or
stay in the room and create a handwritten one.
2. “Left for Dead”
Homework: Finish the second section of “Left for Dead”