For this weeks question I want you to think about who's Point-of-View your book is being told from. Look at page 41 in your Binder if you need a refresher on Point-of-View.
List what Point-of-View your book is being told from. Give an example that illustrates the character or narrator that is telling your story. Remember to include your book title, author, and current page number. Your response must be at least 5 sentences. Also, comment on at least 2 other postings by Monday!
Monday, December 10, 2012
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Blog #13 Due: Monday 12/10/12
To get an 'A' make sure your answer is at least 5 sentences and you comment on at least 2 other student posts.
Please tell me about the protagonist and the antagonist in your book. Give examples from the book that let us know which character is the protagonist and which is the antagonist.
Do you identify more with the protagonist or the antagonist?
Remember to tell us the title, author, and page numberyou are currently on in your book.
Do you identify more with the protagonist or the antagonist?
Monday, November 26, 2012
Blog #12 Due Monday 12/3/12
Remember to post your book's title, author, and page #.
Choose two to three characters from your book and very briefly tell us who they are.
Then tell us what actors/actresses you would want to play the parts of the characters in your book if it were to be turned into a movie (you must choose famous people to play the roles). Include an explanation of why you choose each actor/actress.
If your book has already been turned into a movie please choose new actors/actresses to play the roles of your characters. ex. If you are reading Twilight do not tell me Taylor Lautner should play Jacob.
Choose two to three characters from your book and very briefly tell us who they are.
Then tell us what actors/actresses you would want to play the parts of the characters in your book if it were to be turned into a movie (you must choose famous people to play the roles). Include an explanation of why you choose each actor/actress.
If your book has already been turned into a movie please choose new actors/actresses to play the roles of your characters. ex. If you are reading Twilight do not tell me Taylor Lautner should play Jacob.
Monday, November 12, 2012
Blog #11 Due: Monday 11/19/12
Post the title/author/page # you are on of your book.
If you had to choose ONE word to describe your book, what word would you choose?
Be specific as to why you choose this word. Remember to always include specific details from your book.
Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences. Remember to make 2 comments on other student's posts.
If you had to choose ONE word to describe your book, what word would you choose?
Be specific as to why you choose this word. Remember to always include specific details from your book.
Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences. Remember to make 2 comments on other student's posts.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Blog #10 Due: 11/12/12
For this weeks blog I want you to describe the overall Tone of the book you are currently reading. What motive do you think the author had in mind when he/she wrote your book? Was he/she wanting it to have a creepy tone, a happy tone, sad tone, and so on.
Describe the Tone of your book by giving an example. Do not forget to tell us the Title, Author, and current Page number of your book. Your response must be at least 5 sentences long. Do not forget to comment twice!
Describe the Tone of your book by giving an example. Do not forget to tell us the Title, Author, and current Page number of your book. Your response must be at least 5 sentences long. Do not forget to comment twice!
Monday, October 29, 2012
Blog #9 Due: Monday 11/5/12
First Blog of the New Quarter!
Include your books title, author, and the current page number you are on.
If you could ask the author of your book two questions, what two questions would you ask him or her? Include an explanation of WHY you're asking those questions.
Remember your response must be 5 sentences! Do not forget to comment on two other posts.
Include your books title, author, and the current page number you are on.
If you could ask the author of your book two questions, what two questions would you ask him or her? Include an explanation of WHY you're asking those questions.
Remember your response must be 5 sentences! Do not forget to comment on two other posts.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Blog #8 Due: Monday 10/22/12
We just learned about abstract nouns and how they help you determine the theme in a text.
For this week's blog entry, tell us one of the themes of your independent reading book and then turn it into a theme statement.
If you need help, use the graphic organizer we used to analyze the theme of the video clips from, "My So Called Life." You can also ask yourself "What did I(or the character) learn?"
Do not forget to comment on 2 classmates posts.
For this week's blog entry, tell us one of the themes of your independent reading book and then turn it into a theme statement.
If you need help, use the graphic organizer we used to analyze the theme of the video clips from, "My So Called Life." You can also ask yourself "What did I(or the character) learn?"
Do not forget to comment on 2 classmates posts.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Blog #7 Due: Monday 10/15/12
Remember to post author/title/page # of the current book you are reading.
Tell us one SPECIFIC thing you really like about your book and why.
Then tell us one SPECIFIC thing you really DON'T like about your book and why.
Remember that your comments should always be at least 5-7 sentences, insightful, and include support from your book.
Do not forget to comment twice!
Tell us one SPECIFIC thing you really like about your book and why.
Then tell us one SPECIFIC thing you really DON'T like about your book and why.
Remember that your comments should always be at least 5-7 sentences, insightful, and include support from your book.
Do not forget to comment twice!
Monday, October 1, 2012
Blog #6 Due: Monday 10/8/12
Post the title/author/page # you are on of your book.
If you had to choose ONE word to describe your book, what word would you choose? Be specific as to why you choose this word. Remember to always include specific details from your book. Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences. Remember to make 2 comments on other student's posts.
If you had to choose ONE word to describe your book, what word would you choose? Be specific as to why you choose this word. Remember to always include specific details from your book. Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences. Remember to make 2 comments on other student's posts.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Blog #5 Due: 10/1/12
Think about your current book and decide what your Author's Purpose is for writing (entertain, inform, persuade, explain).
With your Author's purpose in mind, what is your Author's Point-of-view on a topic in your book?
If you get stuck think about the video clips we watched in class.
Remember to include Book title, author, and current page number. Your response must be 5 sentences and do not forget to comment at least twice on other posts.
With your Author's purpose in mind, what is your Author's Point-of-view on a topic in your book?
If you get stuck think about the video clips we watched in class.
Remember to include Book title, author, and current page number. Your response must be 5 sentences and do not forget to comment at least twice on other posts.
Monday, September 17, 2012
Blog #4 Due: Monday 9/24/12
This week I want to know about the main character in your book. What is he or she like? Describe his/her personality. Are they stubborn, snobby, compassionate, positive, etc.
Make sure to give me an example from the book to support your description. Don't forget to include the title of the book, author, and what page you are currently on. Make sure your post is at least 5 sentences. Remember to also respond to 2 other classmates!
Make sure to give me an example from the book to support your description. Don't forget to include the title of the book, author, and what page you are currently on. Make sure your post is at least 5 sentences. Remember to also respond to 2 other classmates!
Monday, September 10, 2012
Blog #3 Due: 9/17/12
Discuss a connection that you have discovered between your current book and your life.
Be sure to remind us of the book you are reading, the author, and what page you are currently on. Your response must be at least 5 sentences. Remember to then respond to a least two classmate's posts.
Be sure to remind us of the book you are reading, the author, and what page you are currently on. Your response must be at least 5 sentences. Remember to then respond to a least two classmate's posts.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Blog #2 Due: Monday 9/10/12
Answer the following questions with at least 5 sentences: (1)What book are you currently reading and what page are you on? Make sure to include Title and Author. (2)What genre is your book? (3)Who is the main character? (4)Are you enjoying the book so far?
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Blog #1 Due: Tuesday 9/4/12
Take a few minutes and look back at last years blog questions and comments.
Pick at least one response that you think is a good example of how to correctly answer the blog. List the Blog # and the username and why you think it is a good example of how to get an 'A' on your blog each week. Also, pick out at least one example of what not to do when answering the blog. List the Blog # and username and why it is an example of how not to get an 'A' on your blog each week.
Lastly, let us know if you are excited about using the blog or are nervous about it and why.
Do not forget to comment on at least 2 other responses.
Pick at least one response that you think is a good example of how to correctly answer the blog. List the Blog # and the username and why you think it is a good example of how to get an 'A' on your blog each week. Also, pick out at least one example of what not to do when answering the blog. List the Blog # and username and why it is an example of how not to get an 'A' on your blog each week.
Lastly, let us know if you are excited about using the blog or are nervous about it and why.
Do not forget to comment on at least 2 other responses.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Blog #14 Due: Friday, 6/1/12
Last Blog of your Middle School Career!!!
Please tell us what has been your favorite part, or moment of Reading Class this year and what has been your least favorite part of Reading Class and how it can be improved for next year. Remember your response must be at least 5 sentences and contain correct grammar and punctuation. Also, do not forget to comment on at least 2 other responses.
Please tell us what has been your favorite part, or moment of Reading Class this year and what has been your least favorite part of Reading Class and how it can be improved for next year. Remember your response must be at least 5 sentences and contain correct grammar and punctuation. Also, do not forget to comment on at least 2 other responses.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Blog #13 Due: Monday 5/21/12
Post the title and author of your novel, PLUS the page # you're on!!
Tell me one of your characters and briefly describe who the character is.
If this character were packing a suitcase for a trip, name THREE items that the character would pack and explain WHY you chose each item. Your answers should NOT include something like: "A toothbrush because most people think it's important to brush their teeth."
Tell me one of your characters and briefly describe who the character is.
If this character were packing a suitcase for a trip, name THREE items that the character would pack and explain WHY you chose each item. Your answers should NOT include something like: "A toothbrush because most people think it's important to brush their teeth."
Monday, May 7, 2012
Blog #12 Due: Monday 5/14/12
Please post the title, author, and page # of your book.
How does the author of your book make the characters believable? Be specific and explain thoroughly. Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences. Do not forget to comment on 2 of your classmates posts.
How does the author of your book make the characters believable? Be specific and explain thoroughly. Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences. Do not forget to comment on 2 of your classmates posts.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Blog #11 Due: Monday 4/30/12
Think about the book you are reading independently. Tell us the title, author, and current page number you are on.
Tell us why you choose to read this book. You had free choice this 9 weeks to read any book, as long as it is at least 150 pages long.
Also, tell us what mini project you are going to choose to do for this book.
To receive full credit your response must be at least 5 sentences long and you must comment on 2 other responses.
Tell us why you choose to read this book. You had free choice this 9 weeks to read any book, as long as it is at least 150 pages long.
Also, tell us what mini project you are going to choose to do for this book.
To receive full credit your response must be at least 5 sentences long and you must comment on 2 other responses.
Friday, April 6, 2012
Blog #10 Due: Monday 4/16/12
We have really been focusing on preparing for the FCAT and how to play their game. For this weeks blog, I want you to post 2 or 3 tips and/or strategies you are going to use to make sure you are successful on the FCAT. Make sure your response is 5-7 sentences long. Also, make sure to comment on 2 classmates posts.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Blog #9 Due: Monday 3/26/12
We have been focusing on poetry and trying to figure out what the author is trying to say through his or her writing. Tell us what you think the Theme of your book is. Remember: Theme is the point the author is trying to get across to the reader.
Remember to include your books title, author, and current page number you are on. Your response must include what you think the Theme of your book is and an example from the book that clues you in to that theme. Your response must be 5-7 sentences.
Remember to include your books title, author, and current page number you are on. Your response must include what you think the Theme of your book is and an example from the book that clues you in to that theme. Your response must be 5-7 sentences.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Blog #8 Due: Monday 3/19/12
We will be analyzing/reading poetry for our new unit. For this blog, think of a song that you really like. Post the lyrics to the song along with the song title and artist.
Then write one paragraph where you tell us:
-THE THEME OF THE SONG
-Why you like the song
-Anything else
Your paragraph should be 5-7 sentences. Make sure you include the THEME of your song and that your song is appropriate.
See the example I have provided.
Then write one paragraph where you tell us:
-THE THEME OF THE SONG
-Why you like the song
-Anything else
Your paragraph should be 5-7 sentences. Make sure you include the THEME of your song and that your song is appropriate.
See the example I have provided.
Monday, March 5, 2012
Blog #7 Due: Monday 3/12/12
Post the title of your book, author, and page # you're on.
Choose a character in your book. Briefly tell who that character is.
If your character could travel anywhere in the world, where do you think your character would travel? Be specific and explain why you choose that place. Be insightful and thoughtful. Response must be at least 5 sentences!
Choose a character in your book. Briefly tell who that character is.
If your character could travel anywhere in the world, where do you think your character would travel? Be specific and explain why you choose that place. Be insightful and thoughtful. Response must be at least 5 sentences!
Monday, February 27, 2012
Blog #6 Due: 3/5/12
Post your book's title, author, and page #.
If you had to take the place of one character in your book, who would you take the place of? Explain why you would take that person's place.
Remember to be thoughtful in your responses and make sure it is at least 5 sentences. Also, make 2 comments about your classmates posts.
If you had to take the place of one character in your book, who would you take the place of? Explain why you would take that person's place.
Remember to be thoughtful in your responses and make sure it is at least 5 sentences. Also, make 2 comments about your classmates posts.
Monday, February 20, 2012
Blog #5 Due: Monday 2/27/12
This week we are focusing on Text Structure.
Think about the book you are currently reading, what kind of text structure does the author use the most?
Your book might use more than one text structure. Be sure to give an example from your book that supports the text structure you think is present. If you need help refer to your notes in your notebook.
Remember to include the title, author, and page you are currently on.
Also, make sure your response is at least 5 sentences and do not forget to comment twice!
Think about the book you are currently reading, what kind of text structure does the author use the most?
Your book might use more than one text structure. Be sure to give an example from your book that supports the text structure you think is present. If you need help refer to your notes in your notebook.
Remember to include the title, author, and page you are currently on.
Also, make sure your response is at least 5 sentences and do not forget to comment twice!
Monday, February 13, 2012
Blog #4 Due: Tuesday 2/21/12
Post the title and author of your book and what page number you are on.
Describe a recent event from your book. Then, tell us how YOU would have handled the situation if you were in the story.
Be detailed and thoughtful! Remember at least 5 sentences! Comment twice to classmates.
Describe a recent event from your book. Then, tell us how YOU would have handled the situation if you were in the story.
Be detailed and thoughtful! Remember at least 5 sentences! Comment twice to classmates.
Monday, February 6, 2012
Blog #3 Due: Monday 2/13/12
Think about your friends and the kind of books they would read. Which of your friends or classmates should read your current independent reading book? What do you think he or she would like about it? Why? Remember to tell us the title of the book, author, and current page number.
Make your response at least 5 sentences long and comment twice.
Make your response at least 5 sentences long and comment twice.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Blog #2 Due: Monday 2/6/12
Remember to post your book's title, author, and page #.
Choose two to three characters from your book and very briefly tell us who they are.
Then tell us what actors/actresses you would want to play the parts of the characters in your book if it were to be turned into a movie (you must choose famous people to play the roles). Include an explanation of why you choose each actor/actress.
If your book has already been turned into a movie please choose new actors/actresses to play the roles of your characters. ex. If you are reading Twilight do not tell me Taylor Lautner should play Jacob.
Choose two to three characters from your book and very briefly tell us who they are.
Then tell us what actors/actresses you would want to play the parts of the characters in your book if it were to be turned into a movie (you must choose famous people to play the roles). Include an explanation of why you choose each actor/actress.
If your book has already been turned into a movie please choose new actors/actresses to play the roles of your characters. ex. If you are reading Twilight do not tell me Taylor Lautner should play Jacob.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Blog #1 Due: Monday 1/30/12
It is the beginning of a the new semester and new Blog numbers. This is also your chance for a clean slate and to be successful in Reading Class.
Think about the last book you read. Looking back can you think of any examples of Foreshadowing that occurred? If you need help with what foreshadowing is look back in your notebook. Give a detailed example and include your books title, author, and if you would recommend your classmates to read the book. Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences and that you comment on 2 other posts.
Think about the last book you read. Looking back can you think of any examples of Foreshadowing that occurred? If you need help with what foreshadowing is look back in your notebook. Give a detailed example and include your books title, author, and if you would recommend your classmates to read the book. Make sure your response is at least 5 sentences and that you comment on 2 other posts.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Blog #15 Due: Tuesday 1/17/12
Last Blog of the Semester!
Refer to the "The Filipino and the Drunkard" to answer the following questions.
*Do you think it is acceptable to defend yourself even when you know there will be consequences? Provide reasons for your response.
*Is it in our nature to experience emotions-one thing which has been said to separate us from animals. Do you think that we must, as humans, control our emotions? Are there reasons why we should or shouldn't control our emotions? Explain and give reasons for your response.
Make sure your response answers both questions and is at least 5 sentences! These are controversial questions which should generate discussion-if you don't respond to someone then your not really making your voice HEARD. Respond at least twice!
Refer to the "The Filipino and the Drunkard" to answer the following questions.
*Do you think it is acceptable to defend yourself even when you know there will be consequences? Provide reasons for your response.
*Is it in our nature to experience emotions-one thing which has been said to separate us from animals. Do you think that we must, as humans, control our emotions? Are there reasons why we should or shouldn't control our emotions? Explain and give reasons for your response.
Make sure your response answers both questions and is at least 5 sentences! These are controversial questions which should generate discussion-if you don't respond to someone then your not really making your voice HEARD. Respond at least twice!
Monday, January 2, 2012
Blog #14 Due: Tuesday 1/10/12
Welcome Back!
Think about the book you are currently reading. Give an example of a Cause and Effect situation in your book. Tell us how the Effect might change if the decision(Cause) made were to be different.
Include details, your books author, title, and current page number you are on. Remember your post must be at least 5 sentences and you need to comment twice.
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