Novel Extra Credit

There are two extra credit assignments you can complete and turn in. The form for the school library is worth ten points. The form for our class is worth 50 points. You can do both and submit them electronically if you wish. In fact via email is much better so I can easily keep your copy and add additional comments from other students as more then one comment on different novels.

Library Book Review

Thank you for taking the time to review a book for the NWHS library. You may either write your own review, or use the following form.

Your name:

Book title:

Author:


This book is about:





The best thing about this book is __________________________________________.



People who like __________________ would like this book.


People should read this book because ______________________________________.




On a scale of 1 to 10, this book is a __________.


Anything else?



Do you want your name published with your review on the website? Yes / No


Mrs. Stansbury's Classes
Independent Reading Guide: The Novel

Name___________________________ Date_______________ Period ___________

Directions to the Student: Use the questions below to clarify your understanding of and response to a novel. Reflect on each question before answering. You must answer in complete sentences.

Novel Title____________________________ Author________________________

This novel was (circle one) assigned a personal selection.

This novel was found in the (circle one) textbook library other.

Elements of the Novel

1. Who is the protagonist-the main character-in the novel?________________________

2. What kind of person is the protagonist?_____________________________________

3. What evidence in the novel leads me to this opinion of the protagonist?___________

4. What challenge or conflict does the protagonist encounter?______________________

5. How is the conflict resolved?______________________________________________

6. What other important characters are involved in the conflict?____________________

7. What is the setting of this novel?___________________________________________

8. Who tells the story-one of the characters or an outside observer?_________________

9. What event do I consider to be the climax of the novel?________________________

10. How would I describe the mood? How does the author establish that mood?_______

11. Summarize the theme or central idea of this novel.____________________________

12. Is there a sentence or short passage that states or strongly implies the theme? Is so, what is it?______________________________________________________________

Response to the Novel

Rate this novel by circling the appropriate word.

13. The characters and dialogue are believable. Weak fair strong

14. The plot engages my interest. Weak Fair Strong

15. This novel is written in a style that is clear and interesting. Weak Fair Strong

16. The details in this novel add to its appeal. Weak Fair Strong

17. Overall, I rate this novel as Weak Fair Strong
Reasons for my rating:



18. What predictions and questions occurred to me as I read this story? Were my predictions accurate? Were my questions answered?



Reader’s Response Journal (FOCUS ON THE THIRD OPTION)
• Is there a character in this novel that you have strong feelings about? Explain the feelings. Does this character remind you of someone you know. If so, in what way? Did your feelings about this character change as the story progressed?
• Is there one event in this novel that was surprising or confusing? Is so, write a brief paragraph to the author expressing your thoughts.
• Write a review of the novel. You must recommend it or advise against reading it to a high school student. Be sure to include a brief summary and provide at least two reasons why someone should/should not read this novel.

College and Career Night Oct 1st Results

College and Career Night

We won! Well, if there was a contest!

THANK YOU for attending College Night! We had the most students in attendance with 148 Juniors and Seniors turning in invitations. There were several more than that, but just by invitation count, we had the most! Total students were approximately 750. Add one parent to each student, and you know it was a GREAT turnout. There were 72 separate institutions represented. Their comments were nothing but positive about the event and our students!

We have the reputation for being one of the top College Fairs in Middle Tennessee. One of the reasons is the response of our students; attendance at the Fair, interest shown at the tables, excellent behavior and polite!

Send a thank you email or provide feedback about your experience- I know that Mrs. Stasiorowski would appreciate it.

Contact:
Karen Stasiorowski
School Counselor, Northwest High
karen.stasiorowski@cmcss.net
(931) 648-5675

Beowulf Project DUE Sept. 17

ENG IV
Beowulf Project DUE: Monday Sept. 17

Choose one of the three options…

#1 Create a book or tapestry of pictures representing all parts of the story. You must be artistically talented in order to complete this option.

#2 Give a dramatic reading of a passage from Beowulf. Rehearse your reading, practice pacing, and expression in your reading. Costume required! Present reading to class.

#3 Using the example of John Gardner’s novel “Grendel” write one part of the Beowulf story from a different point of view. For example: You are the dragon and are describing the battle with Beowulf. A strong paper will include sensory details (smell, taste, sound, touch, sight), figurative language (kennings), and be at least 2 pages long. Please underline/highlight your kennings and include all drafts. This story should be in final draft form (ink or typed & polished- free of grammatical error).

REQUIRED: kennings- two word poetic renaming of people, places, or things. Example swan road = river, whales’ home = sea, earth sludge = mud, she-wolf = Grendel’s Mother

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept 15 - Oct 15.

Opportunities for extra credit-

#1 Sept 17. Dress in authentic cultural clothing to celebrate the kick-off of the month long celebration.

#2 Bring in an item that is culturally related ‘show and tell’ and explain the purpose and significance of it to the Hispanic culture. Please check with me before bringing in the item.

#3 Research a notable event or person that impacted the Hispanic community in lasting ways. (This can be a good effect or negative.) The research should be presented in one of three formats, poster, Power Point, and/or short research paper. Before starting please see me to draw up a contract for the project.

#4 Hispanic Heritage Quiz- answers correct result in extra credit

Enjoy celebrating the culture and community of Hispanics.

Dress Like a Pirate Day

In honor of National dress like a pirate day. Dress like a pirate on Tuesday 9/18 for 20 points extra credit. It must be a FULL COSTUME not props.

AARRGGHH!