Bly LA 6

In grade 6 we have been practicing writing short stories using a picture prompt.  We are breaking it down by paragraph and planning effectively.  Here is are a few examples that we have written together in class. Example 1:          Munch, crunch, slurp.   Thumbelina’s tiny wings folded in as her stomach grumbled and turned.   When she walked away from the large patch of dull withered mushrooms she knew she had made a mistake.   Living as a fairy in the forest it was hard to find delicious food.   She had been taught all her life how important it was to know her poisons but since most of the forest had been burnt down in the summer blaze of 1581, food was scarce and times were desperate.   All mushrooms now looked similar with the ash settling permanently on their tops and she didn’t have the time to study them carefully, especially when she was starving.   Her head starting feeling heavy like stones an...

The students are starting to prepare for the writing portion of the provincial exams which will happen in May. Here is a link to samples of writing and marking for each component. PAT writing sample

The students have been doing some creative writing exercises and learning figurative language. Here is a good video to provide examples of some of the types of figures of speech we covered Figures of Speech

The student's watched the short film "Dear basketball" as a high level example of a creative character representation. Dear basketball film

Presentations for the creative project will begin on Thursday March 15.  Below is the feedback form that will be used by peers and the teacher. Creative project feedback 1.      Did the presenter have an in-depth representation of their character? Strongly disagree         disagree             undecided                agree                strongly agree         2.      Was the presenter confident, clear and engaging?   Strongly disagree         disagree             undecided                agree ...

Criteria for creative project Goal: To represent a character of your choice in a creative way Key to success: Content 1)    Demonstrates a strong understanding of your character 2)    Detailed explanations included about your characters feelings, environment, personality, actions/behaviours, motivations, thoughts 3)    descriptive writing or detailed visual representation with specific examples or proof from the book/movie/show Presentation 1)    Visuals (if used) need to be connected and appealing 2)    Speaking clearly 3)    Prepared script of what you will say 4)    Able to answer questions – interacting with audience 5)    Clear you know what you are talking about 6)    Convincing/interesting/engaging

The four comprehension questions for the character analysis is due Monday.  Please see below post for questions.