THANK YOU MA’AM – DAY 1

2014-2015

Bell Ringer – Page 2 in SpiralIn at least 3 complete sentences, describe yourself and how you think others see you. Be sure to provide examples to support your response.

Characters…

Create a T-Chart…Left Side – What is obvious?Right Side – What’s not obvious?

Video Clip… Finding Nemo:https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=KuvF113uty4

Notebook Setup

1) Bell Ringers2) Reader’s Notebook3) Reader’s Response4) Writer’s Notebook5) Essay Development

Direct Characterization

Tells the audience about the character’s personality

Ex. The patient girl and the silent boy were both well-mannered and obeyed their mother’s directions.

What did we learn about the characters?

Indirect Characterization

Shows the audience about the character’s personality

Partner Practice

Finish reading page 1 and identify the following:

1) One example of direct characterization2) Two examples of indirect characterization and

what we can infer about the characters• Write the following in T Chart form.• Write direct characterization examples on the left

and indirect characterization examples on the right.

3) Write a summary of page 14) Share

You have 20 minutes!

Conflict

1) Man vs. Man• One character in the story has a problem with another character.

2) Man vs. Self• A character has trouble deciding what to do in a particular

situation.

3) Man vs. Society• A character has a problem with some element of

society (school, law, social norms, etc.).

4) Man vs. Nature• A character has a problem with some natural happening

(thunder storm, tornado, snow storm, etc.).

In your groups fill out your graphic organizer and create a situation that depicts the respective conflict!

Partner Work #2 – NEW PARTNER

1) Three examples of indirect characterization and what we can infer about the characters

2) Identify a conflict that Roger is facing

3) Write a summary of page 2

Exit Ticket

Do NOT write the questions. Answer in COMPLETE sentences.

1) What are two techniques that authors use to indirectly characterize Roger?

2) Read the sentence below. He did not trust the woman not to trust him. And he did not want to be mistrusted now.

What does this show us about Roger’s personality?

3) If Mrs. Jones was deciding whether to take Roger home with her, what type of conflict would she be experiencing?

THANK YOU MA’AM – DAY 2

2014-2014

Bell Ringer

Read the paragraph below. For your Bell Ringer you must:1) Identify one example of indirect characterization and explain

what we learn about the character2) What conflict is the character facing?

Julie held up six different outfits in front of the mirror and pondered which would go best with her navy blue shoes, pastel eye shadow and the diamond earrings she’d already procured from her overflowing vanity. After ninety minutes of mixing and matching, and cell-phoning her sister three times for advice, Julie finally made up her mind. She’d give the navy blue skirt and white sweater a try, hoping Trent would love it.

Respond…

Respond to the following prompt. You must write at least 5 complete sentences.• How does Ms. Jones seem to feel toward

Roger? Provide textual evidence.• In what way can you relate to Roger and

the decisions he has made so far?

Plot Cycle Review

Resolution

Exposition

-the beginning part of a story that:

Sets the tone Establishes the setting Introduces characters Gives the reader important

background information

Rising Action

series of actions which lead the story to the climax

Climax

“turning point” of the story

The climax is the point of maximum interest. It usually occurs toward the end of a story, after the reader has understood the conflict and become emotionally involved with the characters.

At the climax, the outcome of the plot becomes clear.

Falling Action

occurs after the climax conflicts are beginning to be

resolved- loose ends are tied up

Resolution

part of the story where the problem or conflict is solved

occurs after the climax and falling action “the end”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W37DlG1i61s

Identify the Plot Elements within the Shrek movie trailer.

Identify the Plot Elements of “Thank You Ma’am as a class..

Independent Practice

Read page 3 and complete the following in your Reader’s Response Section:

1) One example of direct characterization2) Two examples of indirect characterization and

what we can infer about the characters3) Identify a conflict that Roger was facing

(different than page 2)4) Identify the falling action and resolution• Falling action – Partners• Resolution - Independent

5) Write a summary of the entire story.

You have 20 minutes!!!

How do I answer short answer questions?

R- Restate the Question

A – Answer the Question

*R and A will take one sentenced combined

T – Provide text evidence

E – Explain the significance of the evidence provided (How does it support your answer?)

How does the author characterize Roger? Be sure to discuss the techniques used by the author.The author indirectly characterizes Roger through his actions. When Roger attempts to steal Ms. Jones’ purse, the author shows that he has never really learned right from wrong. When Ms. Jones takes him in, the author shows that even though he has never learned right from wrong, he still wants to be deemed as a trustful person. Roger tells the truth when asked a question, he doesn’t dash out the door of Ms. Jones house when given the chance, and he makes sure to always stay in eyesight of Ms. Jones while at her house. These actions show that even though Roger grew up without ever learning manners, and respect, he is willing to learn and become a better person.

Jigsaw Activity

Working with your group member, put the pieces of the short answer in the correct order. You are answering the following:What do we learn about Mrs. Jones through the author’s use of indirect characterization?

You have 10 minutes!

Partner Practice

In partners, write a short answer response using R.A.T.E to the following question:What conflict is Ms. Jones facing in the story “Thank You Ma’am?” Be sure to support your response with evidence from the text.

You have 15 minutes!

Pg. 3 Bell Ringer

Think of a time when you regret something. Write about that time. You have 10 minutes to write as much as you can.

Let’s Share…

WHO WROTE THE BEST RESPONSE?

RUBRIC…

Highest possible score – Score Point 3 — Exemplary Response to the Question Exemplary responses indicate an accomplished reading performance. These responses have the following characteristics.

The idea is perceptive and reflects an awareness of the complexities of the text. The student is able to develop a coherent explanation of the idea by making discerning connections across the text.

The text evidence used to support the idea is specific and well chosen. Overall, the evidence strongly supports the validity of the idea.

The combination of the idea and the text evidence demonstrates a deep understanding of the text.

Take it Slow…

The idea is perceptive and reflects an awareness of the complexities of the text. The student is able to develop a coherent explanation of the idea by making discerning connections across the text.

The text evidence used to support the idea is specific and well chosen. Overall, the evidence strongly supports the validity of the idea.

The combination of the idea and the text evidence demonstrates a deep understanding of the text.

Group Activity

Share Posters with class and vote on best one.• Place post it note on favorite poster.• Winning poster presents

You can do it!

Using the R.A.T.E strategy, write a short answer response to the following question:

Exit Ticket:• Based on his characterization in “Thank

You Ma’am,” do you think Roger will attempt to steal again? Be sure to provide examples of Roger’s characterization to support your response.

Homework Reminder

Imagine that Roger is now a grown man and he writes a letter to Ms. Jones explaining what that night

meant to him.

***DUE WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD (A DAY)/THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER

4TH (B DAY)***