Periods 2 & 7 - Research Plan

Using FINDS, start to plan your research topic. What is your topic? What do you hope to find out? What is your tentative argument? What sources are you going to use (remember to use print and databases if possible)? What is my research plan?

Your response due by Tues. Apr. 21
Respond to a classmate by Wed. Apr. 29

Period 1 - Character

Choose two characters from Rocket Boys and compare and contrast them. What similarities do they have? What are their differences? Would you be friends with them in real life? Why or why not?

Your response due Tues. Apr. 21
Comment on a classmate due by Wed. Apr. 29

Main Idea

What is the main idea in your classroom reading? What are the supporting details?

Response due Tues. Feb. 3
Comment due Tues. Feb. 10

Question #4 Point of View - All Periods

What is the point of view for your classroom novel? How does this affect your reading of the book and understanding of the characters? What would happen if there was a different point of view?

Response due date: Tues. Dec. 9 at 2:30 Comments to classmates due Tues. Dec. 16 at 2:30

Question 3 - Theme All periods

What is the theme of your novel/poem you are studying in class? How can you tell? Remember to give examples. What does this theme mean to you? Is this theme universal?

Question #2 - All periods

What is the setting for the novel or stories you are reading in class? What sort of language does the author use to help you visualize the setting? What is the mood of the story? How does this help you understand the characters and the plot?

Favorite books

Which book is your favorite? Why is it your favorite?Is it the character, the plot, the setting? Is it a book you have read recently or a book from your childhood?