February
10
February
9
Conclusion!
Hello 8th Graders,
Each day this week, you have been asked to write 1-2 paragraphs for your argumentative essay. We have gone step by step together. Tomorrow, will be revision/edit day with your final being typed next Monday. The final product is due on Wednesday on Google Classroom.
Today, we discussed how to write a conclusion. A conclusion is like a summary of your essay. It consists of two parts: restating your thesis and leaving your reader with something to think about.
Restating a Thesis: Same ideas, different words. Example– Instead of saying Anne became more responsible, you could say Anne held herself accountable for her actions.
Leaving your Reader with a Thought: This should be the last line of your essay. Ask yourself how your essay relates to a big picture and what is most important about it.
Click HERE to see the powerpoint we used in class as well as the checklist to make sure you have all the parts of your essay.
Email me with questions before 7pm!
Ms. Timpf
February
7
C.E.R Body Paragraphs
Hello 8th Graders,
At this time, you should have your outline and introduction complete. Today we worked on your body paragraphs and using C.E.R. to complete them.
The slides are included HERE. Email me with any questions you have about your C.E.R. before 7 o’clock tonight!
Ms. Timpf
February
6
Outline and Introduction
Hello 8th Graders,
Remember, your outline and introduction paragraph should be complete for tomorrow. We discussed the importance of staying on top of your work each week, so make sure you do! Directions are below.
How Do I Write an Introduction?!?! Well, you need three parts…
Hook- grabs the reader’s attention
- Strong Statement
- Facts
- Personal Examples
- Humor
- A descriptive Image
- NO QUESTIONS! Challenge yourself!
Background- give information needed to give a complete picture of your essay
- Title
- Author
- Story summary (3 sentences)
Thesis Statement
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___________ changed the most in “the Diary of Anne Frank” because [Claim #1, Claim #2, and Rebuttal].
Please email me with any questions! I will be checking my email around 7 pm and will respond at that time.
Ms. Timpf
February
4
Argumentative Essay Outline
Hello Eighth Graders,
Remember you need to work on your outline for class on Monday. Your prompt: Which character from “The Diary of Anne Frank” changed the most over the course of the play? There is no right or wrong answer. You will be assessed by how well you can defend your argument. Your outline should look like this image. The top triangle should include your thesis statement. The first two rectangles should include your claims and your evidence. You will find page numbers for your evidence on Monday. The third rectangle should contain your counterclaim and rebuttal. The triangle at the bottom represents your conclusion and should include a restatement of your thesis.
Please email me with any questions,
Ms. Timpf
January
19
8th Grade Make-Up Work- 3rd Card Marking
Hello,
Students are able to make up three missing assignments per card marking as stated in the syllabus. If anything is not here, such as questions for an scene from Anne Frank, please use the search feature above and type in a key word or two. It will take you to a blog post with those directions. If not, please email me and I will amend this post to include that assignment as well. Here are links to all assignments that are able to be made up this card marking.
Thesis Statement Practice- Find 10 different prompts on the website below and write 10 example thesis statements. Next, explain why each thesis statement is strong using the rules discussed in class, such as no questions, must include position and claims, and can not use the word “I”.
C.E.R. Practice- https://docs.google.com/a/dearbornschools.org/document/d/1AJyTuHM0DopdzhFg4MpcjJQ3TyNXHRTtTHWQwp5_JKM/edit?usp=sharing
Counter Claim and Rebuttal Practice- https://docs.google.com/a/dearbornschools.org/document/d/16lFuDTJo80ePCWNQcAtD1AwutZnmqF21YSr4SZq4UBs/edit?usp=sharing
Holocaust Identity Poster- Create a poster for an individual who experienced the Holocaust.
Find an individual here: https://www.ushmm.org/m/pdfs/20121024-idcards.pdf
- Title (Name)
- Year Born AND age TODAY
- Summary of their experience (3-4 sentences)
- EXPLAIN if they survived or not
- A rule that would affect your person and WHY
- Picture (person OR symbol)- Must be DRAWN
WebQuest- Google Classroom
Timeline!- 30 point summative assignment! https://docs.google.com/a/dearbornschools.org/document/d/18IMDmG6HItUeR28MWa2mjZmb_CQfC9jWOY0k7tjt4WM/edit?usp=sharing
Suspense Narratives- Google Classroom
Anne Frank- Act 1, Scene 4 & 5 Questions
Act 2, Scene 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 Questions
January
19
Act 2: Scenes 3, 4, and 5
Hello 8th Graders,
Questions for the rest of Act 2 are below!
Scene #3
1. Why do you think Mr. Frank doesn’t support his wife’s demand that the Van Daan’s leave?
2. Why do you think Mr. Van Daan feels ill? What does this show about him?
3. What does Mrs. Frank’s remorse show about her previous outburst?
Scene #4
1. What is Anne’s purpose in her speech? (Lines 1204-1217)
2. Who are the people that helped Anne and the others? How does the thought of them help her not be afraid?
3. How does Anne’s experience with her mother influence her view of what is happening in the world?
Scene #5
1. In what way has Mr. Frank changed from the first scene of the play? How does this support the major theme of the play?
January
18
Act 2, Scene #1 and #2
Hello all,
We have now read Act 2, Scenes #1 and #2 in class. Please complete the 7 questions below for tomorrow.
Act 2, Scene 1
- Act 1 ended in December, 1942. When does Act 2, Scene #1 take place? What holiday is it? How many months/years later is that from Act 1?
- Why does Mr. Kraler lie to his wife about his visit to the Frank and Van Daan families?
- Why does Peter go to Anne’s room? How has their relationship changed?
- What have the Nazis done to make getting supplies even more challenging?
Act 2, Scene 2
- How does Margot’s reaction to Anne and Peter’s relationship show her good nature?
- How does Anne think she has changed?
- How does Anne’s uncertainty about the future affect her attitude about her life in the present?
January
17
Act 2, Scene #1
Hello all,
I apologize for yet another absence today. It makes me really unhappy to miss seeing all of your wonderful faces. I was diagnosed with pink eye, yet again. I am working with my doctor to figure out why I’ve had it twice this year.
For today, you were given your Act 1 Test and I asked for you to read Act 2, Scene #1 and answer some questions. The questions are posted below, in case you need to finish them.
Act 2, Scene #1
1. Act 1 ended in December, 1942. When does Act 2, Scene #1 take place? What holiday is it? How many months/years later is that from Act 1?
2. Why does Mr. Kraler lie to his wife about his visit to the Frank and Van Daan families?
3. Why does Peter go to Anne’s room? How has their relationship changed?
4. What have the Nazis done to make getting supplies even more challenging?
See you all soon!
Ms. Timpf
January
13
Act 1 of Anne Frank
Hello all,
If you were absent, please read Scene #4 and #5. Then answer the following questions. DUE TUESDAY! You will also have a test on Tuesday about Act #1.
Scene #4
1. Why is it so dangerous when Anne screams in her sleep?
2. Explain how two characters react differently to Anne’s nightmares and why they have those different reactions?
3. One “subplot,” or a secondary plot in the story, is about Anne’s relationship with her mother. How does this scene represent Anne’s relationship with her mom? How does her mother feel about it?
Scene #5
1. How does the Frank’s situation relate to what we read about Hanukkah?
2. What can we learn about each character based on the present they receive? What can we learn about Anne, who takes the time to make/give them the gifts?
3. How do the characters react to the crisis in Scene 5? How does Mr. Frank attempt to comfort them?
If you did not complete this for last Friday, write a CER about which character you are most like. Your claim is which character and list your reasons. Your evidence should be how we know that character has those traits. And your reasoning is why you connect to them.
I am most like _____ because…