1. Nov : Bellringer
Brainstorm the skills and themes we studied in lesson 3 (narrative non-fiction)

2. “Through the Tunnel” You are finishing reading the text using PALS.
You can find an online pdf version of the text in an earlier class update – look towards the end of October.

3. PALS reading Yes, you must follow the format.
Yes, I will model for you now.
Yes, I will be monitoring.
Yes, you should be taking notes as you read.

4. Discuss with your partner
What message or theme about growing up does the author present?
How does she reinforce this theme through characterization?
How does she reinforce this theme through internal conflict?
How does she reinforce this theme through setting?

5. Now Write: Answer this question:
How does the author use characterization and setting to develop the theme?
Give specific text examples.
Explain what those examples mean.
Explain what those examples show as the theme develops.