Agenda, November 16

NaNoWriMo, Day 16. Headin' downhill.

Due Last Monday: Freewrites 25 - 34 and Pre-Writes 29 - 46
Due Yesterday: Two pages of fiction or two poems (both with dialogue, both typed). Format and punctuation matter.
Due Yesterday: Submit one or more pieces to the Lit Mag.
Due Now: A hard copy of your poem / story for Friday
Due Friday: All books back to the classroom library.
Due Friday: Memorized poem or short piece of fiction / Poetry Out Loud contest
Extra Credit? Read at the Lit Mag fundraiser on 11/18

1. A quick poll
2. Freewrite #35: Write about a character overcoming fear.
3. Find your Writer's Toolbox
4. Pre-write #47: Say it with figurative language: 1) The mountain was very steep. 2) It took a long time to finish. 3) The view was spectacular.
5. TMATTY
6. Marking thoughts in your piece. Read it aloud.
7. Marking pauses in your piece. Read it aloud.

Today's goal: I can use peer and teacher feedback to improve my writing.
Unit goal: I can use dialogue to develop characters and move a plot forward.