1. Copy down the outline of the Tree Map that is on the board.
Bellwork #1: SW test their prior knowledge on a basic skills Pre-Test . SW create a Tree Map as an outline/brainstorm for the writing impromptu they are responding to in class.
Copy down the outline of the Tree Map that is on the board.

2. Bellwork #2: SW discuss the syllabus and create norms for our classroom. SW set up their portfolios and their SSR logs for future use.
Create a Tree Map with examples of good Classroom norms, group norms, SSR Norms, and quiz/test taking norms. Why do you think it’s a good idea to have these in place? Explain.

3. Bellwork #3: SW SSR + with their novel while tracking pages and then responding to a prompt. SW finish discussing the syllabus and book talk requirements. SW read and discuss an AoW, while discussing Newsela and expectations for the semester.
List one experience that you have had that has shaped your identity thus far. How do your experiences change and affect who you are? Explain.

4. Bellwork #4: SW SSR + with their novel while tracking pages and then responding to a prompt. SW read an excerpt from a novel while annotating and the discussing some guided questions about the excerpt and identity.
Would you stand up for what you believe in, even if it meant you would be breaking the law or going against the government? Explain.

5. Bellwork #5: SW SSR + with their novel while tracking pages and then responding to a prompt. SW read an excerpt from a novel while annotating and the discussing some guided questions about the excerpt and identity.
From your previous readings from yesterday’s excerpt, what experiences did the author have that changed who they were?

6. Bellwork #6: SW read an excerpt from a novel while annotating and the discussing some guided questions about the excerpt and identity. SW share out with the rest of the class regarding a certain excerpt from one of the identity novels with the questions that the group focused on.
What do you stand for? What would you stand up for? What issues don’t really matter to you or don’t affect you? Explain.

7. Bellwork #7: SW work in groups with Expert Folders on Oedipus/Antigone background information. SW create a chart paper note taker based upon their article and an annotated thinking map.
What do you know about Greek theatre or Oedipus already? List as much information as you can.

8. Bellwork #8: SW gallery walk and take notes based upon the different articles covered from the previous day and discuss their new knowledge collected. SW take guided notes based upon background info on this unit.
Write Gallery Walk for your bellwork, then write Gallery Walk-Greek Theater on a separate sheet of paper.

9. Bellwork 9: SW finish guided notes and apply their knowledge to a background quiz. SW actively read and use the three column note method on the prologue.
Explain how Antigone’s family is seen as being cursed. Do you believe in curses? Why or why not?

11. Bellwork 10: SW SSR+ for 10-15 mins. And respond to a prompt
Bellwork 10: SW SSR+ for mins. And respond to a prompt. SW actively read and use the three column note method on the prologue.
Explain how fate and free will tie into the story of Oedipus and Antigone. What do you believe drives your life? Explain.

12. Bellwork #11: SW Review aspects of the prologue and critically read and discuss Scene 1&2. SW identify and interpret key aspects in Scene 1&2 with 3 column notes. SW SSR+ for 15 mins.
How are both sisters weak and strong in their demeanor? Explain Which one builds a better argument? Why?

13. SSR + = 2 Highlights: 1 Lowlight: 1 question:
Bellwork 12: SW SSR+ for mins. And respond to a prompt. SW discuss 1st portfolio assignment-Goal setting poem. Picture Day!
SSR + =
2 Highlights:
1 Lowlight:
1 question:

14. Bellwork #13: SW review scene 1 and critically read and interpret scene 2. SW apply 3 column notes to scenes 2 and critically discuss. SW discuss the family tree, the myth, and the meaning behind the scene read in class and make some connections.
To what extent is determination an asset to characters in Antigone?
How is it a hindrance?

15. Bellwork #14: SW analyze quotes, who said it, and what it means as they rotate around the room. SW critically read and discuss Scene 3 while responding to 3 column notes.
Quote analysis- as you rotate around the room, write the quote down, the number, who said it, to whom,and what it means?

16. What do you predict Haemon might do to save Antigone?
Bellwork #15: SW review and finish scene 3 and listening, interpreting, and discuss Scene 4 & 5. SW create 3 column notes based upon this scene.
What do you predict Haemon might do to save Antigone?

17. Explain how you see Creon going through a complete transformation?
Bellwork #16: SW SSR+ and respond to a prompt. SW review scene 5 and listening, interpreting, and discuss the exodus. SW create 3 column notes based upon this scene.
Explain how you see Creon going through a complete transformation?

18. Bellwork #17: SW create their own obituary as they celebrate their life. SW view/review part of Antigone.
Explain how obituaries are a celebration of one’s life? Why don’t they talk about how they died?

19. Which character do you feel had the greatest impact on you? Why?
Bellwork #18: SW create a persuasive letter from one character to another using the RAFT format.
Which character do you feel had the greatest impact on you? Why?

20. Bellwork #19: SW SSR+ and respond to a prompt
Bellwork #19: SW SSR+ and respond to a prompt. SW review Antigone through stations in table groups focusing on Identity and charater analysis.

21. Bellwork #20: SW demonstrate their use of the micro argument when reviewing the textual information presented by Creon and Haimon within Antigone.
In your opinion, who had the stronger argument, Haimon or Creon? Explain. How did they go about proving their point?

22. SW apply their knowledge of Antigone and Greek culture/theatre to a unit exam.
NO bellwork, take 5 minutes and look over your study guide, then turn it in!