Unit Introduction:
During our literature study this quarter, we will be examining selections that relate to the universal theme of "survival." We will also continue our focus of specific literary techniques for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Students will have both an anchor text and anchor film for this unit.
Categories of Survival:
- Survival of the Human Spirit
- Survival and the Strength of Character
- Survival and the Will to Live
- Survival of the Species
- Survival and the Concept of Duty/Honor
- Survival and the Fight for Love
- Survival and the Love/Sacrifice for Family
Unit Selections:
- "Stop the Sun" by Gary Paulsen (fictional short story)
- "The King of Mazy May" by Jack London (fictional short story)
- "A Tale of Two Rocks" by Valerie Jablow (scientific article/informative nonfiction)
- "The Charge of the Light Brigade" by Alfred, Lord Tennyson (narrative poetry)
- "Lochivar" by Sir Walter Scott (narrative poetry)
- Within Reach--My Everest Story by Mark Pfetzer (anchor text, informative nonfiction)
Unit Introduction
q3__the_theme_of_survival_introduction.pdf | |
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q3--survival_content_map.pdf | |
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theme_of_survival--textual_application.pdf | |
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"Stop the Sun"
stop_the_sun_story.pdf | |
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stop_the_sun.pdf | |
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guided_notes_stop_the_sun.pdf | |
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stop_the_sun_understanding_the_theme.pdf | |
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Pictures from the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, DC (Located on the National Mall)
"The King of Mazy May"
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guided_notes--mazy_may.pdf | |
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character_traits.pdf | |
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"A Tale of Two Rocks"
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guided_notes_for_tale_of_two_rocks.pdf | |
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Pictures from the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History (because I an even a nerd when I am on vacation)~
"The Charge of the Light Brigade"
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guided_notes_charge_of_the_light_brigade.pdf | |
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Extra Credit Assignment -- Poet's Corner in Westminster Abbey
Due Thursday, January 31, 2020
Students may earn 15 extra credit points on a daily grade or quiz grade by completing a short research assignment on Poet's Corner in London's Westminster Abbey. This assignment should be at least two (2) paragraphs long and needs to address the following points:
1. What is Westminster Abbey and why is it important?
2. What is Poet's Corner?
3. What is the significance of being buried in Poet's Corner?
4. Describe several famous author's buried there and list their most famous literary works.
Due Thursday, January 31, 2020
Students may earn 15 extra credit points on a daily grade or quiz grade by completing a short research assignment on Poet's Corner in London's Westminster Abbey. This assignment should be at least two (2) paragraphs long and needs to address the following points:
1. What is Westminster Abbey and why is it important?
2. What is Poet's Corner?
3. What is the significance of being buried in Poet's Corner?
4. Describe several famous author's buried there and list their most famous literary works.
"Lochinvar"
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lochinvar_lesson.pdf | |
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guided_notes_lochinvar.pdf | |
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Cinderella Man--Optional Extension Activity--Due on February 25, 2020
Cinderella Man is a biographical feature-film about the life of boxer Jim Braddock, who received a second chance at a boxing career during the Great Depression. This story is an amazing tale of survival and one man's love for his family and willing to sacrifice whatever it takes for the ones he loves. This is an option extension activity for our Survival unit. If you choose to complete this activity, I will replace your lowest daily grade with the grade you receive on the handout below. Please see me if you have any questions.
This film is usually available on Netflix or Amazon Prime. If you would like to borrow a copy of the DVD from me, I need a parent email giving me permission to share this with you. This film is rated PG-13.
This film is usually available on Netflix or Amazon Prime. If you would like to borrow a copy of the DVD from me, I need a parent email giving me permission to share this with you. This film is rated PG-13.
cinderella_man_handout.pdf | |
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Constructed Response Outline:
outline_for_short_constructed_response.pdf | |
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