Week of April 9th, 2007

Welcome back! I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Spring Break. :)
As I said before the break, we have alot to accomplish in the next three weeks. We are going to be conducting some research while continuing to read, write about, and discuss the "Diary of Anne Frank". Each class will begin with writing a journal entry related to the Holocaust.

Monday (4/9/07) -
Students will review by completing workbook pages 110 & 111. Then, continue reading the "Diary of Anne Frank".
1st, 4th, & 5th hours - Students will take notes on the elements of drama (characters, crisis, conflict, complications, climax, and resolution) in the play.
2nd & 3rd hours - Students will take notes on mood, food, entertainment, danger, and acts of kindness for each act and scene in the play.

Tuesday (4/10/07) -
We will begin our research paper process with an introduction to research, papers, organization, and choosing a topic. Class will be conducted in the library.

Wednesday (4/11/07) -
Students will begin to browes thorough the resources available in the library and on the library internet links. Then, they will chose their research topic. Class will be conducted in the library.

Thursday (4/12/07) -
We will continue reading, taking notes, and discussing the "Diary of Anne Frank".

Friday (4/13/07) -
Students will begin to watch the "Diary of Anne Frank" movie.