Mr. Nicholson’s Weekly Assignments

Class: English 10A Date: 12/01-11/12/05

Monday

Bellwork:

Have Rough Draft out to be checked

Standard/ESLR:

Writing Strategies 1.1 Establish a controlling impression or coherent thesis that conveys a clear and distinctive perspective on the subject and maintain a consistent tone and focus throughout the piece of writing.

Notes:

Revision (6.4)

In Class:

Revise Rough Draft

Homework:

Correct revisions

Tuesday:

Bellwork:

Unit 6 Syn Due

Standard/ESLR:

Writing Applications 2.2. a Write responses to literature:
Demonstrate a comprehensive grasp of the significant ideas of literary works.

Notes:

How to evaluate a writer’s message

In Class:

Read: Before the Law p. 404 & 65-MPH Speed Limit pp. 405-412 R&A p. 406

Homework:

R&A p. 407

Complete research on Writing Assignment #1

Wednesday:

Bellwork:

Form small groups (3-4)

Standard/ESLR:

Writing Strategies 1.9 Revise writing to improve the logic and coherence of the organization and controlling perspective, the precision of word choice, and tone by taking considering the audience, purpose, and formality of the context.

ESLR #2

Notes:

Focusing on Commas (W&G p. 74)

In Class:

Peer Edit papers

Homework:

Type paper in MLA format

(Due Friday)

Unit 6 Ant

Bellwork:

Unit 6 Ant Due

Standard/ESLR:

Reading Comprehension 2.0 Students read and understand grade-level-appropriate material. They analyze the organizational patterns, arguments, and positions advanced.

ESLR #4

Notes:

None

In Class:

Literature Exam

Homework:

Bring Description paper to class

Friday:

Bellwork:

Turn in Description Paper

Standard/ESLR:

Literary Analysis 3.5 Compare works that express a universal theme and provide evidence to support the ideas expressed in each work.

Notes:

In Class:

Read/Write

Homework:

Unit 6 Sentences

Writing Assignment #1 Due Monday

Reminders: