Unit 1: Character

Today's Learning Targets:

I can write without editing, for fun.
I map out a character.
I can begin a story with a mapped out character.

1. Freewrite 5: "He wasn't the kind of guy to do that." -or- "And then she fell--hard."
2. Prewrite 5: "Elements of Character"

Today's Learning Targets:

I can write without editing, for fun.
I write in a group.
I can imitate other people's writing.

1. Freewrite 4: "I didn't see that coming." -or- "Here we are."
2. Prewrite 4: "Chinese Menu Stories"

Today's Learning Targets:

I can write without editing, for fun.
I can notice good writing.
I can imitate good writing.

1. Freewrite 3: "Not mine." -or- "I wish I were _______."
2. Prewrite 3: "Eleven"

Today's Learning Targets:

I can write without editing.
I can define good language.
I can use good language in my writing.

1. Introduction
2. Freewrite 2: "Her words were like an explosion in my head." -or- "Say that again--I dare you."
3. Prewrite 2: "Them There's Good Words."

Welcome!

Today's Learning Targets:
I can write without editing.
I can write using a template.

1. Introduction
2. Freewrite 1: "If I had been named _______" -or- "Oops"
3. Prewrite 1: Bull Durham Credo

Agenda, March 11

Unit 5: Final     

Due Now: Freewrites 23-41
Due Now: Pre-writes 40 - 49  

Today's Learning Targets:
I can use the skills I have learned this trimester to produce a piece of writing that demonstrates mastery of the state standards.

1. Collection of Freewrites and Prewrites
2. Essay Sample
3. Writing Time

Agenda, March 10

Unit 5: Final     

Due Now: Bring all your old freewrites and prewrites. 
Due Tomorrow: Freewrites 23-41
Due Tomorrow: Pre-writes 40 - 49  

Today's Learning Targets:
I can use the skills I have learned this trimester to produce a piece of writing that demonstrates mastery of the state standards.

1. Topic Selection
2. Essay Sample
3. Writing Time

Agenda, March 7

Unit 4: Dialogue     
Due at the end of class today: Final draft of Packet 4 (Laptops are coming. If you're in the habit of waiting until past the last minute to turn in work, be aware that Mr. Carter and I will be very busy next week. We may not have time to read late work.)    

Due Monday: Bring all your old freewrites and prewrites. 

Today's Learning Targets:
I can use technology to improve my writing.

1. Type
2. Type
3. Type

Agenda, March 6

Unit 4: Dialogue      
Late: Rough draft of two pages of fiction OR two poems OR a four-page script. Your rough draft must include dialogue.
Due Friday: Final draft of Packet 4 (Laptops are coming. If you're in the habit of waiting until past the last minute to turn in work, be aware that Mr. Carter and I will be very busy next week. We may not have time to read late work.)  
Due Monday: Bring all your old freewrites and prewrites. 

Today's Learning Targets:
I can use a freewrite to generate ideas.
I can write dialogue that fits a character. I can work with my peers to improve my writing.

1. Un-freewrite #42: What have you learned in this class? Are you a better writer than you were 12 weeks ago?
2. Prewrite #49: Passing Notes
3. Drafting / Peer Conference Time

Agenda, March 5

Unit 4: Dialogue    
Due Now: Rough draft of two pages of fiction OR two poems OR a four-page script. Your rough draft must include dialogue.

Due Friday: Final draft of Packet 4 (Laptops are coming. If you're in the habit of waiting until past the last minute to turn in work, be aware that Mr. Carter and I will be very busy next week. We may not have time to read late work.)
Due Monday: Bring all your old freewrites and prewrites. 

Today's Learning Targets:
I can use a freewrite to generate ideas.
I can write dialogue that fits a character.
I can work with my peers to improve my writing.

1. Anybody want $1000?
2. Prewrite #48: How would he say "Hi"?
3. Drafting / Peer Conference Time

Agenda, March Forth

Unit 4: Dialogue  
Due Tomorrow: Rough draft of two pages of fiction OR two poems OR a four-page script. Your rough draft must include dialogue.

Today's Learning Targets:
I can use a freewrite to generate ideas.
I can add complications to develop a story.

1. Anybody want $1000?
2. Freewrite #41: Write a conversation that takes place entirely in text messages OR "This is a piece of junk ..."
3. Prewrite #47: What Happened Next?
4. Drafting Time