1. Computer Monday – Your instructions are on Edmodo
11/13/17

2. 11/14 Bear Time: Journal Prompt
Your topic today is stereotypes. Write as much as you can. Think about the many stereotypes that you know and support or don’t like.
For example: “Girls like pink. Boys like blue.”

3. 11/14 Mini – Lesson: Choice Words
Quizlet Live
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4. 11/14 Read the Article “Why stereotypes should be avoided”
Then take the quiz on a notecard.

5. Stereotypes Article Quiz
Task 1
Read the introduction [paragraphs 1-3].
Which paragraph BEST supports the idea that stereotypes can have significant adverse effects?

6. Stereotypes Article Quiz
Which sentence from the article BEST supports the idea that stereotypes might prevent people from getting to know others well?
A. But these characteristics tend to ignore the fact that people in the same group can be very different.
B. Stereotypes are myths that are repeated in a society.
C. She may oversimplify and think that anyone from this ethnic group has to be an excellent cook.
D. The teacher then might never discover his learning disability.
Stereotypes Article Quiz
Task 2

7. Stereotypes Article Quiz
What is the author's MAIN purpose in mentioning academics, athletics and dancing?
A. to reveal specific stereotypical ideas about these areas to disprove them
B. to suggest that people should get involved in different activities to break down stereotypes
C. to give a few examples of areas in which people often have stereotypical ideas
D. to show that anyone can pursue the hobbies of their choice if they ignore stereotypes
Stereotypes Article Quiz
Task 3

8. Stereotypes Article Quiz
Read the section "Is There Truth In Stereotypes?"
Which sentence shows the author's point of view about whether stereotypes are based on the truth?
A. It's often said that stereotypes are rooted in truth.
B. The fact is, science doesn't back up these assumptions.
C. Social factors might help explain why some groups have historically done well at certain activities.
D. Over the years, members of the group became associated with the careers they were actually allowed to have.
Stereotypes Article Quiz
Task 4

9. 11/15 Bear Time: Informational Journal Prompt Bingo
Choose a prompt from your Informational Journal Prompt Bingo. Mark through the ones you use. Don’t forget to write a story using your quizlet list this week.

10. 11/15 – Read a review or two of Lupita Mañana
11/15 – Read a review or two of Lupita Mañana. Respond in your notebook with a preview review. (Write what your first impressions are. Think about preconceived ideas and stereotypes you will have going into the book.

11. 11/15

12. 11/16 Bear Time: Informational Journal Prompt Bingo
Choose a prompt from your Informational Journal Prompt Bingo. Mark through the ones you use. Don’t forget to write a story using your quizlet list this week.

13. https://www.youtube.com/watc h?v=--e_1-m5S0Q
h?v=M49anQsmQ3k
Attach the “Chapters 1 – 4 : Charting Plot Details” Sheet in your notebook.
Chapter 2
Lupita Mañana

14. Free Write Friday
11/17/17

15. Answer Questions for Chapters 1 and 2
Turn it in.

16. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrRbdpCWvJA&t=13s Chapter 3
Lupita Mañana