1. Welcome to Sci-Fi and Fantasy with Mr. Short.
Please find your seat by looking at the chart on the desk at the front of the room

2. Notebook Item #1
Notebook Items are a chance for you to transition into the right mindset for the day’s class. Prompt responses should be about a half-page long to receive full credit. You might not always answer each question, but make sure to address a majority of them and write close to a half-page. You should be writing for 7-10 minutes minimum without talking. We will typically discuss after everyone has had an adequate amount of time to think and respond.
How did you end up in this class? What are some expectations you have? Why is important to read, view, and think about Sci-Fi and Fantasy? What is your favorite work in either genre? What is something you have been wanting to read that fits into one of these categories?

3. Google Classroom Code:
x8w90a

4. Copy down the following Reading Guidelines in your class notebook
Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry.
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

5. Notebook Item #2
Notebook Items are a chance for you to transition into the right mindset for the day’s class. Prompt responses should be about a half-page long to receive full credit. You might not always answer each question, but make sure to address a majority of them and write close to a half-page. You should be writing for 7-10 minutes minimum without talking. We will typically discuss after everyone has had an adequate amount of time to think and respond.
Take notes on the Introduction to Sci-Fi and Fantasy videos. For each video, be prepared to write down 1)something you liked, 2)something you learned, and 3) something you have questions about.
What possible similarities can you see between these two genres? (how do we know what is possible?)

6. Show Sci-Fi & Fantasy intro videos (10)
Notebook Item #2
Show Sci-Fi & Fantasy intro videos (10)

7. Notebook Item #3 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

8. Notebook Item #4
-Did you view the solar eclipse this summer? Why or why not? What was special about it to you or people you spoke with/observed?
-How did you act the day(s) you noticed the wildfire smoke was gone? Why do you suspect we are so fascinated by natural phenomenon like this or even a sunrise/sunset?

9. Notebook Item #5 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

10. Notebook Item #6 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

11. Sci-Fi/Fantasy Intro Notes on Separate Slideshow
Notebook Item #7
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Intro Notes on Separate Slideshow

12. Notebook Item #8 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

13. Notebook Check #1 Next Class I will be checking for Items 1-10

14. Notebook Item #9
After watching “Why Our World Needs Science Fiction”, write a half-page in your notebook responding to the following questions.
According to the Ted Talk, why do we need Sci-Fi? Name at least one piece of technology predicted by Sci-Fi lit?
What was something you learned from this Ted Talk? What something you liked? Was there something you particularly agreed or disagreed with? What big questions did this video make you think about or answer for you?

15. Notebook Check #1 Today I am checking for Notebook Items 1-10 worth up to three points each for a total of 30 points possible. Please have these ready to show. I will come by as you read/work on Notebook Item #10.

16. Notebook Item #10 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

17. Notebook Item #11
After watching the Downsizing trailer, write a half-page in your notebook responding to the following.
What was something found inspiring about this Sci-Fi film premise? What is a/the potential problem or fallout if this could become possible. What big questions did this video make you think about or answer for you?

18. Notebook Item #12
The Veldt Pre-Reading Activity-Complete the following survey in your notebooks on your own, without discussion.  For each statement write a sentence or two explaining why you agree or disagree with the statement. For one that you feel most passionate about, write a paragraph explaining why you agree or disagree.
1. Technological advancements make life better for everyone. 2. It is important for adults to monitor a child’s interactions with technology. 3. It is dangerous to put too much faith in technology. 4. Children/young adults who watch too much T.V./play too many violent videogames become desensitized to real-life violence. 5. Technology has led to the breakdown of families. 6. Those who worry about the negative effects of technology should think about the modern conveniences it brings. 7. Adults too often use a form of technology (T.V., movies, videogames, computer, etc.) as a babysitter for their children. 8. It is possible to become addicted to technology.

19. Notebook Item #13 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

20. Notebook Item #14 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

21. Notebook Item #15 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

22. Notebook Item #16 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

23. Notebook Item #17
Read “If a Time Traveler Saw a Smartphone”, and write a response focusing on the following questions:
What points did you agree with? What was something you were confused by? Which detail stood out to you most? How has the author changed your view of our interaction with technology through this article?

24. Show the opening scene to Stark Trek Beyond (10 or so) and The Sofalarity from Wall-E (about 5) before tech article #2 (gets worse)

25. Notebook Item #18 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.

26. Show 1-15ish of smart home video special on the Honda House

27. Notebook Item #19
After reading “There Will Come Soft Rains”, spend a minute reflecting on the piece as a whole while responding to the questions below.
What was something that stood out to you? What was a line you really like? Was there something about the plot that bothered you or you would have wanted to see the author take in a different direction? What big questions did this piece make you think about or answer for you?
Before “I Sing The Body Electric”

28. Notebook Check #2 Next Class I will be checking for Items 11-20

29. Notebook Check #2 Today I am checking for Notebook Items worth up to three points each for a total of 30 points possible. Please have these ready to show. I will come by as you read/work on Notebook Item #20.

30. Notebook Item #20 Daily Reading Log Expectations for Credit:
-Write Notebook Item #____ and day’s date at the start of the entry
-Note the page number you started and add where you stopped at by the end of class.
-Make at least two notes from the day’s reading
-These could be descriptions about a character, observations/predictions about where the story is going, question you may currently have or even a summary of what you read.