Week of October 29, 2007
Everyone seemed to have enjoyed "The Landlady" by Roald Dohl last Friday. Well, this week we are going to continue working with that story. Students will be writing and role-playing their own ending to the story.

Monday, October 29
Bell work~ Word Puzzle & Would you be nervous to interview the landlady? Why or why not?
1. Lesson~ Creating a story ending
2. Meeting Area Mini-lesson~ Role-play
3. Quiet writing (Rally Robin format) and partner discussion
4. Wrap up~
Homework~ 1) Finish writing script 2) Read for 30 minutes and write in reading log

Tuesday, October 30
1. Bell work~ Word Puzzle & How long is your “Landlady” script?
2. Students will be typing their scripts today in the computer lab.
Homework~ Read for 30 minutes and write in reading log

Wednesday, October 31
1. Bell work~Word Puzzle & Are you using any props for your role-play?
2. Students (in pairs) will begin presenting their “Landlady” script
a. Extra credit will be given for props/costumes

Homework~ Read for 30 minutes and write in reading log

Thursday, November 1
Bell work~ Word Puzzle & What are you going to do with your free time tomorrow?
1. There will be a quiz over "The Landlady" story today! :)

2. Students (in pairs) will continue presenting their “Landlady” scripts

Homework: Reading Log due today!

Friday, November 2
NO SCHOOL for students
Enjoy your long weekend!

Teacher Professional Development Day
Week of October 29, 2007