1. Symbolism

2. Writing Utensil Lined Piece of Paper The Other Wes Moore ON YOUR DESK:
Projection for Monday/Read day

3. Consider the role of symbolism in Chapter 3.
As you Read: Symbolism
Consider the role of symbolism in Chapter 3.
On a lined piece of paper keep a record of the symbols that you think have deeper meanings than what Wes Moore describes.
If there is time, begin to describe these symbols on your piece of paper.
This list is your exit ticket.
Projection for Monday/Read day

4. Lined Paper from Yesterday The Other Wes Moore
ON YOUR DESK:
Writing Utensil
Lined Paper from Yesterday
The Other Wes Moore
Projection for Monday/Read day

5. Quick Write: Symbolism
In a paragraph, connect one of the following words to the symbolism it possesses for Chapter 3 of The Other Wes Moore.
Education Drugs
Darkness Standards Home
Why do authors use different aspects of life as symbols?
*To class after writing: Which ever word was selected for this quick write will be the word you need to take notes on in class. All other parts of this class will be discussion.

6. PowToons: Symbolism

7. Why do authors use different aspects of life as symbols?
Purpose of Symbolism
Why do authors use different aspects of life as symbols?
What does this usage do for the audience?

8. Directions: Assessment for this Week
Everyone will verbally discuss the following questions regarding symbolism.
You must respond, in writing, to the symbol from the quick write. Structure:
TPR (Topic, Position, Reason)
Support (Textual Evidence/Citation)
Explain (Connect evidence to position)
*Prompt students to write down the question they wish to respond to during the discussion portion.

9. Symbolism: Education
What symbol does Wes’s school indicate to his friends? How does that alter their relationship with other friends?
How does the symbol of education vary for each Wes?
Wes: 48/49
Other Wes: 59

10. How does Wes create a symbol through the panhandler character?
Symbolism: Drugs
How does Wes create a symbol through the panhandler character?
What does this symbol tell us about the society surrounding both Wes characters?
Wes: 50
Other Wes: 59

11. How does darkness play a factor in Wes and Justin’s lives?
Symbolism: Darkness
How does darkness play a factor in Wes and Justin’s lives?
What symbolism could be derived from this time of day?
Wes: 51/52

12. How do standards play a major role in this chapter?
Symbolism: Standards
How do standards play a major role in this chapter?
What do these standards symbolize within each character?
Standards for Living/Dress
Standards built by Mothers
Standards built by Peers
Large variety of options

13. What does home symbolize for both Wes characters?
Symbolism: Home
What does home symbolize for both Wes characters?
How are their symbols of home alike? How are they different?
Wes: 55
Other Wes: 57, 61

14. Ticket Out the Door
Review your Quick Write response from the start of this period. Juxtapose this response with your discussion response. Answer:
What parts did you omit from your first response that you should have included?
Is your second response stronger? Why?
What do you need to improve upon?