Our discussions today focused on what makes an effective personal narrative. Responses were based on our own personal experiences as well as the tips from the readings in Unit 2.
We also discussed hooks and different methods for hooking readers into our personal narratives.
Students then spent some time drafting the introductions to their Labor Day Weekend stories.
Homework:
(1) No classes on 9/10. Our next meeting will be on 9/12.
(2) Bring an inspiration photo taken in your neighborhood to our next class on 9/12. This photo will be used in a class activity and serve as the basis of your personal narrative. It must be your own photo and printed out.
(3) Print and actively read the remaining readings in Unit 2 by 9/12:
Figurative Language
“A Coney Island of the Mind” by Katie Roiphe (handed out in class)
“Superman and Me” by Sherman Alexie
“Hers; The Ignominy of Being Pregnant in New York City” by Anna Quindlen
(4) For the stories by Roiphe, Alexie, and Quindlen, you must create: (1) a vocabulary list; (2) a 1-2 paragraph summary of the reading; and (3) at least 2 critical thinking questions for us to discuss. This can be written or typed, and will be checked/collected on 9/12.
(5) Finish and revise your Labor Day Weekend stories. Feel free to make them longer. Make sure to include figurative language. Post online under “Discussion” in the “Labor Day Weekend stories” by Monday, 9/10, so students have a chance to read and respond to them.
