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All the research terms are a BACKDROP to this story.
But for it to be a story, there must be a "CONFLICT."
conflicts? Between WHOMEWHOM are they?
HW: "SIXTEEN TONS" BONUS - In a brief paragraph, in YOUR words, explain the meaning of the song.
10/24/14

#5 and #6 are related.
3. "Flowers for Algernon" connection: The BIG QUESTION is "Are Phil and Charlie similar in any way regarding their level of intelligence?"
intelligence is remarkableremarkably alike."
Of course you need to realize
...when each one has his moment of clarity (epiphany)

6/3/15 & 6/4/15 - The Fantastic Mr. Fox
BONUS - Due Friday 6/5/15
Where Art ThouThou.
One full page ESSAY...typed or neatly written. 500 word minimum.
Worth 100 points...a test grade!

Link to 8-6 Stories
Link to 8-8 Stories
6/3/15 & 6/4/15 - The Fantastic Mr. Fox
BONUS - Due Friday 6/5/15
Compare and contrast the similarities and differences of The Odyssey and O Brother, Where Art Thou
One full page ESSAY...typed or neatly written. 500 word minimum.
Worth 100 points...a test grade!
6/2/15 - HERSHEY
5/29/15 & 6/1/15
Finish O Brother, Where Art Thou
5/28/15 - 8th grade TRACK AND FIELD DAY
Lesson 3 and 4 vocab test canceled.

Link to 8-6 Stories
Link to 8-8 Stories
5/28/15 - 8th grade TRACK AND FIELD DAY
Lesson 3 and 4 vocab test canceled.
5/27/15
1. Review Lessons 4A, 4B, and 4C

Link to 8-6 Stories
Link to 8-8 Stories
5/27/15
1. Review Lessons 4A, 4B, and 4C
2. Submit ODYSSEY packets or books
3. ODYSSEY project presentations
4. O Brother, Where Art Thou (based on Homer's Odyssey)
BONUS: Explain how this is based on The Odyssey. There are many ALLUSIONS to the THEMES we read about.
5/26/15
1. Complete LESSON 4A, 4B, and 4C
2. Last day to work on ODYSSEY projects
HW: Complete ODYSSEY projects
5/22/15
FIELD DAY

FIELD DAY
5/21/15
ODYSSEY1. ODYSSEY TEST - Attach extra paper if needed. Place in folder when complete
2. QUIETLY get a lap top
3. Turn in Odyssey books/packets on Wednesday 5/27.
4.TUESDAY 5/26 - While I am in Dorney, complete vocab packet Lesson 4: exercises 4A, 4B, and 4C.
5. Lesson 3 and 4 vocab test on Friday 5/29.
5/19/15 & 5/20/15
Keystone Exams (all morning)

Link to 8-6 Stories
Link to 8-8 Stories
5/22/15
FIELD DAY
5/21/15
ODYSSEY TEST
5/19/15 & 5/20/15
Keystone Exams (all morning)