Ivan - Assignment 1

Today, we will begin reading one of my favorite books, The One and Only Ivan!

As you read, annotate the text.

We will share in class every Wednesday!

Pippi Projects!

For our Pippi Gand Finale, you will choose to complete a Character Analysis or Book Reflection of the book Pippi Longstocking. Whichever you choose, I expect it to represent your best work:

Neatest Writing
Colorful Illustrations and Images
Complete
Thoughtful
No errors in grammar, spelling, or punctuation.

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This is a final project and it will take time. 
Luckily, you have until January 5 to complete it.

Choose One:

(click on the images to enlarge them)

-OR-

If you choose to do the Book Reflection for your project, you will write a creative HAIKU about the novel Pippi Longstocking. 

What's a Haiku?

Click here for a video about SYLLABLES!

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This assignment is worth 50 points in the gradebook. The scoring guide is the same for both projects:

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All illustrations should pop off the page. Sometimes it helps a project look "finished" when you use a fine tip black marker to outline the illustrations. Then, color in the whole image... background too!

Here is a sample of a student's illustration that is "neat and colorful"...

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Send me an image or PDF of your final project. It must be close-up and clear, so I can read the information and admire the pictures! You can scan it or take a very clear picture of it.

Then, UPLOAD it to FILE SHARING on your OLS.

Click here for File Sharing instructions.

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Extra credit points if you also send me a picture of you holding your final project!

I am super-duper excited to see your projects!

Make Pippi proud!

Check your mailbox!

 Next week, we will begin our first novel study!

Lit Unit 7: Little House on the Prairie

Check your mailbox for a letter and reading materials from me!

 You'll need your own copy of Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder. 

You can get it at the library or a book store. 

You can also download it to your digital device if you want!

 See y'all in CC!

Pippi Longstocking!

In January, we will begin a novel study of Pippi Longstocking. When we are done, I will mark one of your "Choose a Novel" literature units complete on the OLS.

It's fine if you have already read the book (so have I!). We will read and discuss it together as a class. I created this novel study in order to cover most of the Literature Common Core Standards, including:

• Inferencing
• Theme
• Character Traits
• Idioms
• Comprehension
• Craft & Structure
• And much, much more!

You will need a copy of Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren before our next SLASH class on January 4. There are many versions with many covers. It doesn't matter which one you get, just make sure it's titled "Pippi Longstocking" (there are other books with other titles in the series).

I will k-mail a printable study guide at the beginning of January. For now, just track down a copy of the book. It will be easy to find, so check your local library or book store!

Thanks!

Choose a Novel

In Literature this year, you will notice four "Choose a Novel" units. These units give students the opportunity to choose a novel from a list. As they read, students complete online comprehension questions every 2-3 chapters. In order to make these assignments more enjoyable for avid readers and for the creative kids out there, I've decided to offer another choice.

You can either complete the online lessons as you read each novel OR you can create a book report project when you are done with each book. When you turn in your final project, I will grade it. If you get a 80% or higher, I will mark the entire "Choose a Novel" unit complete. That way, you can read your novel of choice independently (in the car, before bed, etc.) while working on your other Language Arts lessons during your school day. 

You will still read four chapter books this school year to complete the Literature course. Two must be from the K12 Novels List and two can be any chapter book that you choose. Just make sure it's interesting and at your reading level (not too easy or too hard). You can complete the projects any time between now and June. If you want to do book reports for a couple of the novels and then do the others online, that's fine! You can pick and choose. Click here for tips on how to P.I.C.K. a book that's right for you!

BOOK REPORT PROJECT:

Choose a project. Make sure it includes the following information. Each category is worth 5 points (5 x 9 = 45 total points possible). Your project must be neatly done and easy to read. Extra credit will be given for additional items and creativity. Don’t forget your name!

 Book Title & Author

The Setting of the Story

Favorite Character

An Important Event

A Memorable Quote

Would you recommend the book to a friend? Why?

Your Book Rating

A problem in the story, and its solution.

Include colorful images that relate to the story.

Choose one...

Book Reflection Sheet

Fill in the Book Reflection sheet. Make sure it is neat, colorful, complete and creative!

(click here for a printable version)

Slide Show Presentation

Create a presentation using Power Point or Key Note. Include a title slide with your name.

Glogster

Go to edu.glogster.com. Choose “Create a Glog.” Design a poster for your novel. Add images to bring your poster to life. Send your final Glog link to Mrs. Sol.

Movie

Create a short movie or book trailer with all of the information listed above. Upload it to You Tube or send the file to Mrs. Sol.

Prezi

Create an animated presentation using Prezi. Send the link to Mrs. Sol. Click on the Prezi below to see how it works.

Song, Rap or Poem

Write a song, rap or poem that includes the nine items listed above. Record your masterpiece on You Tube, Vocaroo (or create an audio file) and send the link to Mrs. Sol.

Diorama

Create a diorama of your novel and send Mrs. Sol photos of it. Bonus points if you’re in the picture dressed as a character!

Other Awesome Idea

Your choice! Present the information in a way not listed above. Write a play, use digital media, make a scrapbook, write a letter, create a collage, etc. Just make sure you include all 9 items listed at the top of this page.

...and please don't turn in a book report on your favorite movie.

That would be a movie report. ;)

Happy Reading!

Haiku Review: The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate

The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate 

by Jacqueline Kelly

[grades 5-8]

 

A wonderful historical fiction novel with a science twist!