1. DO NOW – 1/8/16 Write a response to the following question in your CN: 1)Take the handout for the “Panel Discussion” 2)Write down questions you have about the task. 3)If you have not done so already, submit your “Bio-phor/Self-iles” picture. 1)Take the handout for the “Panel Discussion” 2)Write down questions you have about the task. 3)If you have not done so already, submit your “Bio-phor/Self-iles” picture.

2. Topic / Objective & Essential Question Topic / Objective: 1)To form a panel for the panel discussion and decide on roles. To brainstorm ideas for the discussion. Essential Question: 1) How can a panel discussion help us explore central ideas about the theme of “change”? Topic / Objective: 1)To form a panel for the panel discussion and decide on roles. To brainstorm ideas for the discussion. Essential Question: 1) How can a panel discussion help us explore central ideas about the theme of “change”?

3. The Panel Discussion 1) Read the assignment (see “Collections” and handout. 1) Read the assignment (see “Collections” and handout. 2) Q&A 2) Q&A 3) Form your panel, decide on roles, brainstorm ideas for texts. 3) Form your panel, decide on roles, brainstorm ideas for texts.

4. The Panel Discussion Roles Moderator – the leader of the panel. During the “live” session, the moderator introduces the speakers, and also leads the Q&A time after each speaker’s presentation. Moderator – the leader of the panel. During the “live” session, the moderator introduces the speakers, and also leads the Q&A time after each speaker’s presentation. Participant – each speaker will present ideas from one of the texts we have discussed. You will have 5 minutes to speak. You will need to use examples from the text in addition to your personal experience. Participant – each speaker will present ideas from one of the texts we have discussed. You will have 5 minutes to speak. You will need to use examples from the text in addition to your personal experience.

5. Options for Work 1)Form your panel and begin assigning tasks/roles/texts. 2)Finish the “Bio-phor/Self-iles” assignment.

6. Turn to page 137 “Magic Island” a poem by Cathy Song. Read the biography. As we read the poem, consider the meaning behind the title.

7. Theme of “Magic Island” This poem by Cathy Song, is also about the theme of “change.” Key piece of background knowledge: Song’s grandparents (Chinese immigrants) faced laws that forced them into arranged marriages.

8. Refresher on Figurative Language Metaphors – expressions that directly compare two objects or ideas that have shared characteristics. Similes – compares two objects or ideas that have shared characteristics using the words “like” or “as”.

9. Metaphors and Similes Line 12 contains an example of figurative language – is it simile or metaphor? What does the EXAMPLE mean? A: The sea is being compared to a swimmer— given that the sky in line 11 consists of “blue immersions”, the speaker is saying how the sky and ocean blend together to form one color.

10. Independent Work from 1/5 Found an example of figurative language (metaphors and/or similes) in lines 35-47. Explain what they are in CN – I’ll check for credit by the end of class.

11. TURN AND TALK (2 MIN) Read lines 45-50 together. TURN AND TALK (2 MIN) Q: How does the black umbrella suggest that the couple is mindful of change? A: An umbrella is used for protection from rain; even on a sunny day, the couple is thinking about dark tidings – the future.

12. Working with Metaphors and Similes Figurative language like metaphors and similes allows writers to communicate complex meanings in artful ways. To really understand the power of figurative language, let’s practice writing our own.

13. Bio-phors/Self-iles Goal: Write a metaphor or simile about a personality trait by using a personal item that reveals that personality trait. HOW: 1) Identify a personality trait; 2) brainstorm a comparison with something you own; 3) take a picture of the item; 4) write the metaphor/simile; 5) post.

14. Bio-phor/Self-iles EXAMPLE Personality Trait: Joe is flexible Clothing: jeans Simile: Joe is flexible like a pair of perfect fitting jeans.

15. Bio-Metaphor/Simile MY EXAMPLE: Mr. Litman, excited like a fleece sweater. Q: What’s the problem with this example?

16. Bio-Metaphor/Simile MY EXAMPLE: Mr. Litman, excited like a fleece sweater. Q: What’s the problem with this example? A: It’s not clear how a fleece sweater could be “excited.” Remember: the comparison needs to make sense.

17. Bio-Metaphor/Simile A BETTER EXAMPLE: Mr. Litman, who is cheap like a sweater manufactured in China.

18. YOUR TURN - STEPS A. Identify a quality about yourself. B. Pick an article of clothing or possession that can be compared with that quality. C. Add a few descriptive words about the item. D. Write your name and a metaphor or simile that connects the quality to your possession (do this in CN). E. PHOTOGRAPH yourself with the item, print, and write a caption.