TUESDAY, February 8

OBJECTIVE: Students will use their writing to offer their "life advice."

Do-Now: Take out your special object from your childhood that you brought in for homework.  Write a FULL page on the object.  On this page, describe what the object looks like, where you got it and why it is so special to you.  If there is an interesting story behind the object, tell it.  You may also mention what childhood memories the object reminds you of or why you chose to keep the object all these years.  You can also choose to mention where you keep the object and why you keep it there (ex. You keep the object on the table next to your bed so you can look at it every night before going to sleep).

AGENDA: 1) Share-Out: If you want, you may share part of your Do-Now with the class.  You can show the class your object and explain why it is important to you.

2) "The Rules for Being Human" : Class will read and discuss "The Rules for Being Human."  You will then create your own list of TEN rules.  You may choose to title this list "The Rules for Being Human" or may come up with your own title/theme such as "The Rules for Being a Teenager" or "The Rules for Being a Girl"  or "The Rules for Being a Boy," etc.  Make sure you offer realistic/helpful advice to your reader.

3) "Letter to a Grandchild" : Compose a ONE-page letter to your future grandchild to be presented to him/her on his/her 16th birthday.  In this letter, provide a description of yourself and who you are.  (This may include both a physical description of you as well as a description of your personality).  You should also include a description of the world you are living in, your personal goals and any advice you have to offer your grandchild.

HOMEWORK: Finish "Letter to a Grandchild"