Jump Off
--Travis Blodgett: Please grab the grammar hammer from the front of the room and give it a drop. Then, make sure that everyone has a copy of the packet.
S. the C.
--agenda/HW
--Bulldog Bulletin article brainstorming
--purposefully read through top two thirds of the first page of the grammar hammer packet together
Instruction -- Missing comma(s) with a nonrestrictive element
--independently complete the PRACTICE
--go over the PRACTICE together
--For HW, read through the packet of additional information pertaining to this error and complete PRACTICE #4. An assessment about this error will take place next class.
Transition -- groups formed via a drawing of cards/pick up the HW packet while up
Discussion Preparation -- LotF Chapter 1
--in groups, jot down notes pertaining to assigned prompt/question--dig back into the text and find supporting evidence
Transition -- form a circle
Discussion -- LotF Chapter 1
--boy oh boy, do we have a lot to talk about!
HW Time
--begin purposefully reading Chapter 2
HW
--Read through the packet of additional information pertaining to restrictive vs. nonrestrictive elements and complete PRACTICE #4. An assessment about this grammar "stuff" will take place next class.
--Finish
purposefully reading Chapter 2 of Lord
of the Flies as preparation for analysis/discussion next class.