reading
BOOK HEAD HEART relates to the emotional response, the making of personal connections that can change a person and give reading a purpose, inspiring a desire to read more.
In English we will work on specific strategies to inspire:
responsive readers who are aware of their own emotions and reactions while reading
responsible readers who think about what the text means for others, society, and themselves,
compassionate readers who, through reading, develop empathy that helps them understand others
Elements of a Story
I. Conflict: the main problem in a story; there can be more than one conflict in a story
Four types of conflict:
Character vs. self
Character vs. society
Character vs. character
Character vs. nature
III. Story Mapping
Setting
Character
Inciting force
Rising action
Climax
Falling action
Resolution
II. Theme
The theme in a story is its underlying message, or 'big idea.' In other words, what critical belief about life is the author trying to convey in the writing of a novel, play, short story or poem? This belief, or idea, transcends cultural barriers. It is usually universal in nature.
III. Tone and Mood
The mood is the atmosphere of the story, and thetone is the author's attitude towards the topic. We can identify both by looking at the setting, characters, details, and word choices. By doing so, it will help us find meaning in the story or passage and help us feel more connected to the writing.
SIGNPOSTS
Contrasts and Contradictions – When the character does something different from what you would expect, ask yourself why the character is doing that.
Words of the Wiser – When an older or wiser character gives the main character advice, ask yourself what the lesson might be or how it will affect the character’s life.
Aha! Moment – When a character suddenly figures something out or understands something, ask yourself how that moment might change things.
Again and Again – When something is repeated in a book, ask yourself why the author thought it was important enough to repeat.
Memory Moment – When the action is interrupted and the author tells you about a memory, ask yourself why the memory might be important.
Tough Questions – When the character asks themselves a tough question, think about what the tough questions makes you wonder.
AGAIN AND AGAIN
MEMORY MOMENT
AHA MOMENT
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WORDS OF THE WISER
TOUGH QUESTIONS
CONTRASTS AND CONTRADICTIONS