Tuesday, Oct. 22nd

Goals: 

• I can analyze the nuances of word/phrase meanings used in different contexts.
• I can reflect on my growth as a writer of creative writing, using a digital portfolio to publish my work. 

 Cute baby goat says: 

• Read your choice book to your reading goal by next Monday
• Join the Skyline bookclub!  We will be reading The Apocalypse of Elena Mendoza by Shaun David Hutchinson.  The meeting is Tuesday, November 12th during both lunches in the main office conference room. 
• Article of the week due on Friday!
  • ​Just write 1-2 paragraphs as normal. 
• By Friday, write, revise and submit an expository paragraph. 

1.  Reading & Reading Check-in

• Let's look at examples from last week. 

​2. Finish Open Mic! 

3. Expository essays=answer a question 

4. Writer's Notebook # 12:  Definition Essay (What makes X X)? 

• Read "The Barrio"
  • What question is this answering? 
  • What are some techniques the author uses to answer this question?  Create an anchor chart in your notebook for Expository Essays
• Brainstorm topics 
• Writer's Notebook #12--try out on idea with an outline or a free write! 

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