Eggler,+Sarah


 * Explanation: This is an introductory lesson for the novel //Tuck Everlasting//. In the past, I conducted this lesson by passing out an anticipation guide, having students consider each question or statement, jotting a couple of thoughts, doing a brief class discussion, then moving on. I think blogging would be a great opportunity to get students more involved in this pre-reading activity. My plan would be to have students respond to each other’s posts in the next lesson to encourage communication.

EQ: Why are prereading strategies helpful when reading a novel? How can I consider themes of the novel before reading?

TSW:**
 * Objectives:
 * Complete blog entries as a way to activate prior knowledge and make judgments about statements that connect to the novel.
 * Respond to classmates’ ideas thoughtfully.


 * Materials:**
 * Anticipation statements
 * Class blog page
 * Computers (one per student)
 * Assignment explanation/grading rubric


 * Anticipatory Set:** Tasks for the period: blogging demonstration, set up individual accounts, preview discussion questions & statements, blog work time


 * Procedure:**
 * Demonstrate how to use the blogging site for students. If accounts haven’t already been set up, have them do so at the beginning of class. Explain assignment directions, distribute grading rubric, and clarify any questions.


 * Blog Discussion Q’s: Choose 3 of the 4 questions and compose a response. Each response should be at least one well-written paragraph (at least five developed sentences) and answer the question(s) thoroughly.
 * What secrets do people have? Why do people have secrets?
 * If you had the chance to stay young (or the same age) forever, would you take it? Why or why not?
 * Where do you think you’ll be 10 years from now? What do you think you’ll be doing?
 * What are some ways that people grow and change as they experience the different stages of life?


 * Blog Discussion Statements: Choose 2 of the 3 statements, state whether you agree or disagree, and give two reasons for your opinion.
 * Whenever you see an opportunity to make money, you should take it.
 * The natural cycle of life should never be disrupted or disturbed.
 * Everyone who commits a crime should be punished.


 * Circulate and guide as needed throughout the period. Periodically remind students of time remaining so that they stay on-task.


 * Homework:**
 * complete blog entries – due tomorrow