Objective: SWBAT compose a piece of prose based on a theme, giving at least five examples to support that theme.
Do-Now: Do you and your family members look alike or do you look completely different? Are there any non-physical qualities you all share? Explain.
Today: 1) What is a theme? What themes can you use to describe your family?
2) Class will read “Hairs” from “The House on Mango Street” discussing how the author uses her family’s hair as a common theme among them.
3) Students will choose a theme to write a prose piece on their family and model it after “Hairs.”
4) Students will share their prose out loud with the class.
5) Continue working on the final copy of your play.
Exit Slip: How did you choose the theme to show your family dynamic in your prose? What makes this an appropriate theme for your family?
Homework: Continue working on the final copy of your play: Due Monday, January 23
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