Week 16 Update
We only have three weeks until exams begin at the end of term! Here is the long-term plan: Week of Nov 28-Dec 2 Diagramming Sentences...
Historical Criticism Background
Here is your nonfiction homework this week: Articles revealing the history and social environment of Nazi Germany. As usual, please: 1....
Week 13 Homework
Please, again, click the link to the Office 365 Homework. This week we have a fun article (on Halloween) and a serious article (on...
Week 13 Update
Check out the latest ShoutOut that gives a quick wrap-up of all we've been doing. Get ready to dive into Night tomorrow!
A Homework Experiment
So, the Newsela trial period will be ending soon, and they want to charge a bunch of money for each of us to have access! So instead, I...
Comparing Science Fiction Texts
We have one last assignment to measure your understanding of science fiction, characters, and themes of Fahrenheit 451. Friday, you will...
The Contender Info Search
Today, we are going to find some background information on The Contender. There are two goals for our assignment today: 1. Understand the...
Introduction Paragraphs
Over the course of the week, we have learned how to write the elements of an introduction paragraph. Now it's your turn to compose your...
Hooks, Bridges, and maybe a River, too.
This diagram is a variation of the common understanding for the elements of an introduction paragraph. Yesterday, you received a list of...
Let's get to the point! Thesis Statements
The thesis statement is both literally and metaphorically a central pillar of writing. In your essays, the thesis statements says exactly...
