Writing the story:

1. Now that your research is complete, it is time to put it all together
2. All stories must have an introduction giving background about the characters and an introduction to your plot.
3. Initial details must be explained to your readers
4. Within the story, you may have personal journal entries that are dated. They can tell stories and accounts of your ordeal on your island.
5. The essay must be presented as a story with characters, a plot structure, theme, details and conclusion.
6. Remember to follow all of the rules from the assignment. You must be stranded for at least 6 months.
7. Enjoy your journey

Students will review the format for a NARRATIVE ESSAY:

NARRATIVE ESSAY:

Narrative/ Imaginative Writing- A story, actual or fictional, expressed orally or in writing

Function of Narrative Writing- Encourages creativity and speculation, and offers readers an opportunity to understand the emotions and actions of writers and others

Types of Narrative Writing- Autobiographical account, personal narrative, verifiable account, memoir, fictional story, sensory response, character study, descriptive writing, reflective essay

Tips:
1. Set a purpose-- decide on the reason for your writing

2. Select an Audience-- The people who will read the piece of writing



Students will write an essay using narrative essay format

-The story will entail students being stranded on an island. They may take one person or a pet, three objects, one survival tool, and a change of clothing. Students must not find normal civilization for at least six months. (Civilization can be on your island or a nearby region)

--You must NAME your island

- 2 item may float ashore: No transportation devices, No communication devices, No "electrical" items.

--YOUR VESSEL MAY NOT FLOAT ASHORE

-Students will tell how you arrived on the island, where you decided to live, how you set up "Home", daily routines, stories of how you survived on a daily basis.
-All stories must be authentic to the specified location
-What happens after 6 months.
-Are you saved or do you return to your past life?
-What do you do to pass the time or have fun?

NO COMMUNICATION DEVICES; ELECTRICAL ITEMS LIKE AN IPOD...ONLY REG. BATTERY LIFE.........AFTER THAT, IT'S DEAD!

A. Students will select an area in the world where their island will be located

-Students will research the area in which they are stranded.

--Dangers such as poisonous snakes, insects and plants
(Also, find flowers that are safe to eat or can be used for seasonings. How do you get salt from salt water?)

-You will want to research trees/ types of wood for building and burning

--Plants, animals, climate/ weather, people, foods, customs, seasons, water temps., types of natural disasters...ex. tornadoes, volcanoes

--Original settlers

--Sea life, nuts, berries (any type of vegetation)

--All content must be appropriate for school and approved by Mrs. C

1.4.11.A Write narrative pieces
1.5.11A Write with a sharp, distinct focus

Today we are going to take comma quizzes:

(You will take one quiz, place your mouse on your tower. Mrs. Christian will collect your grade. Then you will move on to the next quiz. )

Only take the quizzes once! (If you have a track of taking the quiz twice or restarting, you will receive a 0!!)

Do not start another quiz until you are given permission

Quiz 1
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX1.html

Quiz 2
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commacompEX2.html

Quiz 3
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX2.html

Quiz 4
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX5.html

Review the COMMA PRACTICE LINK
Next, complete the 5 online exercises

Comma practice link:

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/grammar/g_comma.html

Complete the following exercises...Check your answers when you finish!

Exercise 1
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX1.html

Exercise 2
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX2.html

Exercise 3
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX2.html

Exercise 4
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX4.html

Exercise 5
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/interact/g_commaEX5.html

Friday, 12/14/07

Journal Day

Today you have the option of writing a journal on the following prompt:

List 7 remarkable experiences that have happened in your life. Next, write about each one.

Or

Complete a TWO page free-writing journal

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Quiz:

Create 2 original sentences for each of the following:

1. Introductory clause
2. Introductory Phrase
3. Two indep. Clauses joined by :
i. A coordinating conjunction
ii. Conjunctive Adverb
iii. Semicolon

One sentence for each:
A. A series of 17
B. A series of 9

Comma Lesson

REVIEW THE FOLLOWING POWERPOINT
COMMAS:
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/ppt/commas.pps

SEMICOLONS:
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/ppt/semi2.pps


COLON:
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/ppt/colons.pps

Used the Purdue OWL English site to review several comma rules

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/handouts/grammar/index.html#punctuation

Rules:
Commas after Introductions: with exercise and answer key
Commas vs. Semicolons in Compound Sentences : with exercise and answer key
Commas with Essential and Non-essential Elements: with3 exercises and answer keys
Proofreading for Commas

Monday, Dec., 10, 2007
Prompt:

The country is in dire need of another holiday that everyone can celebrate, and the government has given you the task of picking it. What event will you add to the holiday calendar and why?

OR

Write a two page journal on the topic of your choice

Have a wonderful weekend!!

12/3 - 12/6(Monday through Thursday)
WRITING WITH DETAILS

Students will create a 5-paragraph essay about their favorite possession.

1. Pick an object
2. Make a list of adjectives that describe how the object tastes, looks, feels, smells and sounds.
3. In your essay, discuss the object's purpose without telling the reader the identity of your object
4. Tell how the object is used

-Students will create a descriptive/ narrative essay describing their favorite possession.
-Vivid details should be used in place of naming the object and its purpose

-be creative.

On Wednesday, 12/5 and Thursday 12/6, Students will read their essays aloud. The rest of the class will attempt to guess their favorite objects.

December 3, 2007

Students will review the format for a NARRATIVE ESSAY:

NARRATIVE ESSAY:

Narrative/ Imaginative Writing- A story, actual or fictional, expressed orally or in writing

Function of Narrative Writing- Encourages creativity and speculation, and offers readers an opportunity to understand the emotions and actions of writers and others

Types of Narrative Writing- Autobiographical account, personal narrative, verifiable account, memoir, fictional story, sensory response, character study, descriptive writing, reflective essay

Tips:
1. Set a purpose-- decide on the reason for your writing

2. Select an Audience-- The people who will read the piece of writing

1.4.11.A Write narrative pieces
1.5.11A Write with a sharp, distinct focus

November 29, 2007

Journal Day

Today you will create a tale. It can be fiction or nonfiction.

Please use the following words in your story:

Their its affect by envelop
There it's effect buy envelope
They're

Try to be creative.

You must use all of the words from the list. (You may use each several times)
Please highlight or circle the words when you are finished with the assignment.

Please give your final copy to the teacher by the end of the period.

Nov. 7-Nov. 28
Students will finalize their research papers.

All papers, works cited page and notes are due on Nov. 28.

Wednesday- Nov. 21



Journal Day


Journal Day


It's 3 a.m. and your nightly slumber was interrupted by a screeching sound. The noise is coming from your closet. What can it be? Scared as you are, you still decide to take a peek. Describe what you find.



You may write your journal using the prompt



or



Write two pages on the topic of your choice


Have a safe weekend!!

Monday- Friday (Nov. 12-Nov. 16)

Goal: Students will complete the research process.

1. Students will take notes
2. Students will immediately record Works Cited information
3. Students will be sure to gather notes that can be used for the following types of citations:
Direct quotes, Extended quotes, and paraphrased material

4. Wednesday- Note check

5. Wednesday and Thursday: Write rough drafts and final drafts

Wed. and Thurs. (Nov. 7-8)

Today we are going to write a three (3) paragraph essay.

-Select a topic with which you are familiar
-Make sure it is a topic that we can research at a later date.

Opening paragraph:
1. Begin with a motivator
2. Brief background/ relevant information that will enhance your opening paragraph.
-This information must be RELATIVE to your thesis statement
3. Thesis statement and 1 part blueprint

Paragraph 2
1. Begin with a transition/ topic sentence.
2. Use specific examples/ details
3. Make sure you are using valid points that support your thesis

Paragraph 3
1. Conclusion

Requirements: Paragraphs must have a minimum of 6-8 relevant sentences
No first or second person
No slang
Must be written using complete sentences
Avoid words such as "stuff" and "Thing"

Journal Day
November 6, 2007

(You will have to complete your journal on a separate sheet of paper. Your notebooks are being graded.)

Write a journal entry using the following prompt:

Write about a person who has made a difference in your life. (Discuss this person, Describe what is special about them, and tell how they have made a difference in your life)

OR

Write two pages on the topic of your choice

1.4.11D Maintain a written record of activities, course work

Students will finalize their Power Point presentations

**Presentations will begin tomorrow

Presentations

Students will create a 10 slide Power Point presentation

Requirements:
-Students will create a 10 slide presentation
-Presentations should be 5 minutes long
-Presentations must be creative.
*The slides should be creative and contain a theme
*Students should present their material in a creative manner (EX. Dress like their
character,bring information to pass out to the class, create an overview sheet for the class, play music or
video clips)


Restrictions:
-You may not read from note cards or your slides
-Your slides must be creative.......More than a photo or a group of words
-You may use 3 small note cards during your presentation; however, you may not read from the cards.

Click the link below to view rubric for this project:
Power Point Project Rubric
http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php?screen=ShowRubric&rubric_id=1474890&

Journal
Friday, 10/26/07
Write a journal using the following prompt:

Create your own imaginary best friend. What does he look like? What's his zodiac sign? What are her likes and dislikes?
or

Write three pages on the topic of your choice

1.4.11D Maintain a written record of activities, course work

Tuesday - Thursday (10/23-10/25)

Presentations

Students will create a 10 slide Power Point presentation

Requirements:
-Students will create a 10 slide presentation
-Presentations should be 5 minutes long
-Presentations must be creative.
*The slides should be creative and contain a theme
*Students should present their material in a creative manner (EX. Dress like their
character,bring information to pass out to the class, create an overview sheet for the class, play music or
video clips)


Restrictions:
-You may not read from note cards or your slides
-Your slides must be creative.......More than a photo or a group of words
-You may use 3 small note cards during your presentation; however, you may not read from the cards.

Click the link below to view rubric for this project:
Power Point Project Rubric
http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php?screen=ShowRubric&rubric_id=1474890&

All research papers are due today!!

Please turn in your paper and your notebook by the end of the period.