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Friday, May 30

5/30/2025

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad Story Time
Final Discussion!
- Discuss Observations/Questions
- Share observations (Importance, perspective, style)

Period 1

Ambush discussion
Begin reading - "An Occurance at Owl Creek Bridge" p. 829 and fill out discussion notes (passed out in class)

Thursday, May 29

5/29/2025

LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE OR MISSING WORK IS FRIDAY, MAY 30 AT 3:15 P.M.

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad Story Time
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- LAST IN CLASS DAY TO FINISH NOVELS!
- MUST HAVE DISCUSSION ROLE NOTES READY BY START OF CLASS TOMORROW!

Period 1

Read "Ambush" and answer reflection question in preparation for small group discussion tomorrow.

Wednesday, May 28

5/28/2025

LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE OR MISSING WORK IS FRIDAY, MAY 30 AT 3:15 P.M.

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad Story Time
READ

Period 1

Finish discussion of "Reading Everything Stuck to Him"
- What's this story about? What universal experiences does it explore?
Read "Ambush" and answer reflection question in preparation for small group discussion tomorrow.

Tuesday, May 27

5/27/2025

LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE OR MISSING WORK IS FRIDAY, MAY 30 AT 3:15 P.M.

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad Story Time
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Period 1

Begin "Reading Everything Stuck to Him"
- fill out discussion notes as you read
- Partner Discussions

Thursday, May 22

5/22/2025

LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE OR MISSING WORK IS FRIDAY, MAY 30 AT 3:15 P.M.

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad Story Time
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Period 1

Start The Human Condition - Perspective unit
- Personal Character sheets
- Begin "Reading Everything Stuck to Him"
  - fill out discussion notes as you read

Wednesday, May 21

5/21/2025

Learning intentions

Discussions
Analyzing style and narration

Success Criteria

I come to discussions prepared, having read the material and with relevant notes
I can initiate and participate (listen, respond, engage, reflect) effectively in a collaborative discussion.
I can use direct evidence from the novel to guide inquiry about the text.

Agenda

Discussion time (20 minutes)
- Discuss Observations/Questions
- Share observations (Importance, perspective, style)
- End with "What are we learning from this story? What is this story about and how does the style and persepective help reinforce that."
Discussion Reflection (in Google Classroom)
Mr. Restad story time

Tuesday, May 20

5/20/2025

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad Story Time
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- TURN IN DISCUSSION NOTES WITH FOLDER!

Monday, May 19

5/19/2025

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Discuss Mid-Book Analysis...
- What is this book about so far? (Not what happens, not who the characters are, but what themes or ideas is it exploring? What is its purpose or message?)
- How would you describe the style of the writing? (Style creates “voice” for an author. Style consists of an author's word choice, figurative language use, and sentence/paragraph structure.) Is this descriptive and showy? Is it sparse and abrupt? Think of what kind of emotions you have in response to the WAY it is written, not just what it’s written about.
- Describe the perspective of the narrator. Go deeper than just 1st or 3rd person. What does the author show us through the narration? Think about what the author is showing us and when we are seeing these things in the book.
  - If the book is written in 1st person, what are the characteristics of the narrator that may shape their view of the world around them?
  - If the book is in 3rd person, what view are we gettin of characters and how does that view influence us as readers?
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Friday, May 16

5/16/2025

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Week 11 - Vocaaaaaab
Mr. Restad Story Time
Mid-Book Analysis (done in class)
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Thursday, May 15

5/15/2025

LESS THAN A MONTH! WHOOHOOO

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

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Story time with Mr. Restad
Complete discussion reflection if you didn't yesterday
Check discussion roles/goals with group
- Total reading time so far (> 330 minutes, 5.5 hours)
- DISCUSSION #3 NOTES WILL BE DUE TUESDAY, MAY 20. MUST BE TURNED IN BY THE END OF THE DAY (3:15) FOR CREDIT.
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- If you were gone on yesterday, complete a 1 page Discussion Makeup Reflection. (see the Lit Circles overview for directions and examples)

Wednesday, May 14

5/14/2025

LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE OR MISSING WORK IS FRIDAY, MAY 30 AT 3:15 P.M.

Learning intentions

Discussions
Analyzing style and narration

Success Criteria

I come to discussions prepared, having read the material and with relevant notes
I can initiate and participate (listen, respond, engage, reflect) effectively in a collaborative discussion.
I can use direct evidence from the novel to guide inquiry about the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad story time
Discussion time (20 minutes)
- Discuss Observations/Questions
- Share observations (Importance, perspective, style)
- End with "What are we learning from this story? What makes this a narrative rather than a really long anecdote?"
Discussion Reflection and turn in notes.

Tuesday, May 13

5/12/2025

LAST DAY FOR ANY LATE OR REDONE WORK IS MAY 30th at 3:15 p.m.

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad Story Time
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- Be prepped with discussion notes and reading for tomorrow!

Monday, May 12

5/9/2025

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Ryyyd
If you were gone on Thursday, complete a 1 page Discussion Makeup Reflection. (see the Lit Circles overview for directions and examples)

Friday, May 9

5/9/2025

Learning Intentions

I can analyze how the perspective and background of a narrator shapes writing choices.
I can analyze how style and content contribute to the effectiveness of the text.

Agenda

Vocaaaaaab
Reed
If you were gone yesterday, complete a 1 page Discussion Makeup Reflection. (see the Lit Circles overview for directions and examples)

Thursday, May 8

5/8/2025

LAST DAY TO TURN IN LATE OR MISSING WORK IS FRIDAY, MAY 30 AT 3:15 P.M.

Learning intentions

Discussions
Analyzing style and narration

Success Criteria

I come to discussions prepared, having read the material and with relevant notes
I can initiate and participate (listen, respond, engage, reflect) effectively in a collaborative discussion.
I can use direct evidence from the novel to guide inquiry about the text.

Agenda

Mr. Restad story time
Discussion time (20 minutes)
- Discuss Observations/Questions
- Share observations (Importance, perspective, style)
- End with "What are we learning from this story? What makes this a narrative rather than a really long anecdote?"
Discussion Reflection and turn in notes.

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