Mnday, December 17, HOMA conclusion

OBJECTIVE:By the end of class, students will read/ interpret HOMS and make real life connections.

Do NOW

In three to 5 sentences, share your thoughts bout Sally and the "Red Clowns."

DIRECT INSTRUCTION

Are the following complete sentences? If not, make them complete.

1. because the dog was scared.
2. The girl walked quickly.
3. When the stars were shining brightly.
 

Discuss symbols and themes - growing up, hope, house vs. home, family.

Read final vignettes.

Guided

Double journal entires

Independent

Choose a theme.   Then choose a vignette thatbest expresses that theme.  Explain how the vignette expresses it and why you connect with this theme.

Exit pass

Explain why Esperenza's name is significant in the "circle of life" especially in regard to Mango Street.