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Jan 20 - Final Time To Complete ANY missing work > TEAMS Jan 21 - Kahoot Review for Final Exam  - Paragraph Structure & Short Stories - Lamb to the Slaughter & Interlopers  Jan 21 - Kahoot Grade 9 Final Prep Short Story Ice storm, Pangaea, & Looking Back & Poetry We Are More Jan 21 Kahoot - to also review - NFA x 3 Kahoots.  NFA 1 Kahoot NFA 2 Kahoot NFA 3 Kahoot Short Story Review List - Sightlines 9 Pangea Pg 159 Lambs to the Slaughter Pg 10 The Interlopers Pg 33 The Ice Storm Pg 66 Looking Back Pg 233 Poetry: To review - Bones of Poetry Notes - Slide Show NOTES! re: Poetic Devices Shane K Poems  "We Are More" &  "To This Day" Jan 22 - Final EXAM DAY!

Attendance Silent Read 20 min  Spoken Word Poetry Review & Sample    Shane Koyczan as a Canadian spoken word poet. We reviewed his work - We Are More - on Monday. Review this work if you missed Monday's class.   “Bullying”  What comes to mind when you hear this word? What are some examples of how people might feel or act as a result of bullying? Have you ever seen someone overcome difficult challenges related to bullying? Shane Koyczan as a Canadian spoken word poet who shares his own story of overcoming childhood bullying through poetry. Set the Purpose: We will watch and analyze  To This Day Project , a spoken word poem that explores the lasting impact of bullying and celebrates resilience. 2. Viewing & Discussion  Activity: Video of  To This Day Project .  Ask students to pay attention to: The emotions conveyed. Specific words, images, or phrases that stand out. The overall message or theme. “My experiences with violence in sc...

Silent Read 20 min.  1st Half -  Silent Read - to settle - 20 min.  Current Events - Sources - how do we assess online sources for validity?  Reading/Viewing (15 minutes) Review BBC article  to an online news story about the LA fires. Instruct students to read the article & watch the associated video  While reading/watching, have students highlight or jot down: Causes of the fires. Impacts on people, wildlife, and the environment. Responses from the community and emergency services. 3. Group Discussion (15 minutes) Lead a class discussion using the following questions: What did you learn about the causes and effects of the LA fires? How can we tell this source is a valid news source? Hint - where do the images provided come from?  How are people and communities responding? Why do you think it’s important to talk about events like this in class? Connect the discussion to broader themes: How do natural disasters affect communities and bring people to...

Silent Read 20 min Examples of Poetry Review – Review package - The Bones of Poetry -  Notes Presentation *To print student version -  HERE.     We Are More: SSpoken Word Poetry Review & Sample    Shane Koyczan as a Canadian spoken word poet. Ask students:  "Have you ever heard of spoken word poetry? What makes it different from traditional poetry?"     Briefly explain that spoken word poetry is meant to be performed aloud and often addresses social and emotional themes.     Introduce Shane Koyczan: A Canadian poet, born in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.     Known for his powerful spoken word performances that address bullying, mental health, self-acceptance, and love.          Has performed at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics and TED conferences. Here is is Olympic Performace! Thoughts? DQ: Does Shane capture and present what it means to be Canadian? We Are More Shane Koyczan Vanco...

Silent Read Check Teams - time to complete ANY missing assignments. Students who missed Careers Day - time to complete any missing assignments after English assignments.  List - re: any students who wish to take their final exam in resource spaces!  Final Exam reminder: Jan 22 2025. Tables - re: work/boardgames.

Grade 9 Careers Day - if you miss this day please email Ms. Giselle T. for next steps. 

Silent Read - 20 min. Sightlines 9 Text Book - Read - as a class - Pangaea - Pg. 159.  Students - please review question 2 on page 159 individually. Review answers as a class.  Class review (Answer Key) - NOTES:  summary of assignment pg 159 # 2.  Class Review -  Pangaea - Prezi . New Poem -  Looking Back by Enos D Watts Pg 233  “What’s a memory that makes you smile when you think about it?” “How does looking back on that memory make you feel—happy, sad, or both?” How does nostalgia plays a role in our lives?  Notes:  Nostalgia refers to a sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations. Looking Back  by Enos D. Watts is a reflection on life’s changes and cherished memories.  Themes and Tone: What is the tone of the poem?  (E.g., reflective, bittersweet?) What themes can you identify?  (E.g., nostalgia, passage of time, childhood vs. adulth...

Silent Read 15 min  Grade 9 English Paragraph Assignment: Winter Break Reflection Write a well-structured paragraph about your winter break. Use transitionary words and phrases to create a smooth flow between your ideas. Your paragraph should include: A clear topic sentence that introduces the main idea of your paragraph. Supporting details about the highlights of your winter break. Be sure to describe events or activities in a logical order. Transitionary words and phrases to connect your ideas. Examples include: Time transitions : "During the first week," "Later on," "In the evening," "By the end of the break." Addition transitions : "Moreover," "In addition," "Not only that," "Also." Contrast transitions : "However," "On the other hand," "Instead." A concluding sentence that wraps up your thoughts and leaves a strong final impression. Example Prompt: "During my win...