1. Common Core Standards:
RI , SL
Tuesday, December 18th, 2018
Aim: How can we analyze literary devices in the introduction of a novel?
Objective: Students will be able to analyze literary devices in their independent novels.
Do Now: Answer one of the following questions below.
1.) Would you recommend your novel to a friend? Explain your reasoning.
2.) If you could speak to the author of your independent novel, what would you want to ask him/her and why?
*Show HW: Journey Essay #1

2. Common Core Standards:
Tuesday, December 18th, 2018
Common Core Standards:
RI , SL
Aim: How can we analyze the significance of literary devices in the introduction of a novel?
Objective: Students will be able to analyze literary devices in their independent novels.
Agenda
Do Now: Turn and talk with your tablemates. Captains will share with the class.
Work Period: Arrange in a book club of 3-4 people reading the same novel. Choose the following roles: Recorder, Discussion Leader, and Researcher(s). Answer the following questions in your book club. You MUST cite textual evidence (quotes and page numbers) to support each answer. This will count as classwork credit ) How are you experiencing the novel? Are you engaged (enjoying/interested) in the novel? Explain. How do you feel reading the novel--amused, sad, disturbed, confused, bored, or another feeling?  2.) Describe the characterization of the main characters--speech, traits, thoughts, effects on others, actions, and looks (mnemonic device=STEAL). Why do the characters do what they do? Describe the interactions between characters (in families and friendship). Do you admire or disapprove of the characters? Do they remind you of people you know?  3.) Discuss the plot--main events of the story. Are the events engaging (interesting)? Is the novel a page-turner? Are you surprised by any of the events? Explain. Do you find the plot predictable? Explain.  4.) What passages strike you as insightful (thoughtful)? Are there any powerful passages that make you think about your own life?  5.) Has the novel changed you or taught you anything new? Have you been exposed to different ideas about people or a certain part of the world? Night Chinese Cinderella Enrique’s Journey
Reflections: What can you predict will happen next in your chosen novel?

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