Monday, September 10

Objective: SWBAT show their understanding of classroom norms and procedures.  SWBAT identify examples of indirect and direct characterization.

Do-Now: Review the syllabus for this class.  List the THREE most important things to remember from the syllabus.  List any questions you have about the syllabus.

Today: 1) Review syllabus and classroom expectations.

2) Introduce characterization: direct vs. indirect characterization.

Direct Characterization:  Telling the reader about a character.

Indirect Characterization: Showing the reader about a character.


PRACTICE: Is each example direct or indirect characterization?

A) Alice had long, yellow hair and wore a blue dress and black shoes.

B) The little boy slammed his bowl on the table and yelled, "I want more!"

C) Whenever Tina got into her car, the car sank down until it was only a few inches from the ground.

D) As Caroline walked down the street, all the men stared at her and smiled.

E) Donald was a millionaire and, as a result of his wealth, was very snobbish.

F) Emily was afraid to step on cracks or open umbrellas inside her house.


3) Introduce "Fences."  Where do we build fences?  What are fences used for?

4) Read the character list for "Fences."  Review setting and read the setting of "Fences."

5) Work on decorating portfolios.

Exit Slip: Describe the difference between direct and indirect characterization.

Homework: Bring in a journal/notebook for class.  Bring in materials for decorating your portfolio.