Tuesday

8th Grade

JOURNAL: Philosophical Question – – Is being obsessive about someone or something a good thing?  Explain.

1.Read and discuss “The Monkey’s Paw”

2.List only the suspenseful events in the story – in chronological order

3.Connect each event to suspenseful words, phrases, and/or sentences.

4.What, if any, pattern do you see?

5.Compare with another team.

HOMEWORK:  No homework 🙂

6th Grade

JOURNAL:  Bravery – – Explain a time that you showed bravery.

1.Finish reading the story “Ghost of the Lagoon” page 208 – this story is now in Google Classroom

2.Discuss the character of Mako and how he does or does not show the characteristics of fidelity (loyalty), bravery, and integrity (honesty).

3.Start to read the story “Aaron’s Gift” page 248

HOMEWORK: Book project is due THURSDAY