Welcome to the Guild

This week we have met our group members and have chosen our books.  I handed out the group project rubrics. We've spent the last ten minutes of each class brainstorming ideas on how each group wants their project to take shape.   The following items are included on the rubric for this project: Elements of a Story : Students will explain each element of their book on this poster.   Creativity : How creative are your ideas and the project?  Did the group look at one of the examples in the room and copy it or did they create an original work?   Organization : Is the group's poster easy to understand?  Is the information organized in sections? Is the poster well put together or is everything just thrown on there randomly? Grammar: Points are awarded for correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Group Participation: Each group member will give points to the other group members for group participation.  Did each member finish their assig...

  So you found this blog. That's a pretty good start. Now let's figure out why you are here.  I'm guessing you are in one of my middle school reading classes.  Or your that you have a student that is.  Maybe you are a new teacher desperately looking for ideas to get your year planned.  Whatever the reason, I'm glad you are here. At least once a week I will post a review of what we've been doing in class.  Some weeks I'll have two or three posts, others it will only be the one.  There will also be guests posts from other English and Reading teachers throughout the year. I may even post bonus point opportunities in this space as well. As students, this is a place where you can review what we've been discussing in class.  You are welcome, and encouraged, to comment on any post with your thoughts. Conversations are an important part of daily life and I welcome them here in this space. As always, I will request that you are open-minded as you read othe...