Close Reading and Comics

Close Reading and Comics

English 8 students finished up the first chapter of Nightjohn, wrapping up the introductory look at the elements that create a sense of voice. We also practiced some close reading to determine the meaning of a particular passage. English I Honors did some work with...
Socratic Seminar and a Forum

Socratic Seminar and a Forum

English I Honors students began preparing for their first analytic Schaffer paragraph, which will deal with the short story “The Sniper.” http://ourenglishclass.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2016/08/socraticseminar.mp4 English 8 students used the Moodle...

Planning and SWBS

English I Honors spent another day planning their short story major project. They will have about another week to work on it. English Strategies and English Studies completed major chapters in Nightjohn by applying the “Somebody Wanted But So” engagement....