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The Library Club Assignment June 1st - June 5th
The Library Club Assignment June 1st - June 5th
Grades will be finalized the week of June 8th so please complete any of the assignments below that you have not finished. Please see the indicators when making decisions to complete your work.
Email Mrs. Renca if you want to Google Meet me for a book that you are reading if you missed that assignment and want to make it up.
For the 4th quarter, your grade will include comments as follows:
Made Exceptional Progress = You completed 80% to 100% of the work assigned to you.
In addition, your work shows that you have learned the skills for Quarter 4.
Made Satisfactory Progress = You completed 50% - 80% of the work assigned to you
In addition, your work shows that you have learned some of the skills for Quarter 4.
Did Not Show Satisfactory Progress = You completed up to 50% of the work assigned to you.
In addition, your work did not show that you have learned the skills for Quarter 4.
The Library Club Assignment May 25th - May 29th
The Library Club Assignment May 25th - May 29th
Write a 350 - 400 word book Review for the novel you read using the criteria below.
Write a 350 - 400 word book Review for the novel you read using the criteria below.
These will be shared publicly so please use proper grammar, spelling and write clearly.
Please share your review with Mrs. Renca
Due Date: Friday, May 29th
1st paragraph- Introduce the story
Write about the setting, (where the story takes place, usually time and place).
Introduce the main character or the characters in the story. Ex. What are character’s qualities, names, etc.
Discuss what conflict/problem the main character faces in the story. (If you’re still having trouble starting, you can answer the questions who, what, when, where, and how)
2nd paragraph- Discuss the plot
Summarize what happens up until the high point of the story, (don’t give away the ending, this should be just enough to tease the reading into wanting to get this book.
Use some of these transition words to help you write your review.
first also because another
second between next as a result
third finally then later last
after that for example during
3rd paragraph - State your opinion
Opinion: Write a paragraph giving your opinion of the book. Use these guidelines.
Write about why you like or dislike the book.
Give details, for example: Was the book confusing? Was it too easy to read or too hard? Was it predictable/ believable? Did you like the ending? What was your favorite part? What connections did you make with your life or other books? Talk about the author’s style of writing and give examples from the book. Min 5 sentences
4th paragraph - Recommend or Not Recommend this book
Recommendation: Explain whether you would recommend this book to students or not? Rate the book from 1 star to 5 stars, and give examples of why you gave it the rating you did. Examples should include a quote or quotes from the book or a summary of the part of the book that you liked or did not like.
The Library Club Assignment May 18th - May 22nd
The Library Club Assignment May 18th - May 22nd
Over the remaining weeks, you will continue to read and chat with Mrs. Renca about a book that you are reading for pleasure. Listening to an audio book is also acceptable.
Over the remaining weeks, you will continue to read and chat with Mrs. Renca about a book that you are reading for pleasure. Listening to an audio book is also acceptable.
Select a book to read that interests you. You can read The Giver, but if you have another book in mind, that's fine. Please do not read a book you have already read.
Contact a friend (or friends) also reading a book and ask them to join you for weekly Google Meets with Mrs. Renca. They also need to be reading a book to share.
Begin reading your book. Read for as much time as you have available. I recommend at least 15 minutes per day.
Send Mrs. Renca an email about when you and your friend can Google Meet for 15 minutes this week. I will send you an invite to the meeting once I hear from you.
Be prepared to chat about 1. the characters in your book, 2. the point of view of the story, and 3. a favorite quote or passage from the book so far.
Looking forward to seeing you!!!
The Library Club Assignment May 11th - May 15th
The Library Club Assignment May 11th - May 15th
Over the next few weeks, you will be reading and chatting with Mrs. Renca about a book that you are reading for pleasure. Listening to an audiobook is also acceptable.
Over the next few weeks, you will be reading and chatting with Mrs. Renca about a book that you are reading for pleasure. Listening to an audiobook is also acceptable.
Select a book to read that interests you. You can read The Giver, but if you have another book in mind, that's fine. Please do not read a book you have already read.
Contact a friend (or friends) also reading a book and ask them to join you for weekly Google Meets with Mrs. Renca. They also need to be reading a book to share.
Begin reading your book. Read for as much time as you have available. I recommend at least 15 minutes per day.
Send Mrs. Renca an email about when you and your friend can Google Meet for 15 minutes this week. I will send you an invite to the meeting once I hear from you.
Be prepared to chat about the title and author of the book you selected Also please share what Literary Genre you think your book is in. Finally, we will chat about what interests you in this book. Mrs. Bourgea may be joining us in the chat.
Looking forward to seeing you!!!
The Library Club Assignment May 4th - May 8th
The Library Club Assignment May 4th - May 8th
Time to Finish Your Projects Week...
Time to Finish Your Projects Week...
Please continue to work on your children's picture book in Book Creator (see lesson below from April 13 - May 1st) I know that they are taking time to complete. The photo on the side list the covers of some of the wonderful children's picture books! I know this book project is time consuming.
Email Mrs. Renca when you are done with it so I can check it out!
OR
Complete the Rainbow Over Burlington Messages of Joy During Covid 19 Writing a letter to a senior. (Those of you who completed a different choice project for art, band, health or Tech are all set and do not need to do this)
Email Mrs. Renca when you are done and send a photo of your letter.
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If you have finished both of the projects above....
If you have finished both of the projects above....
consider participating in renaming the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award. The State of Vermont Department of Libraries is looking for a new name for the award and is asking for student ideas. The survey is very simple.
If you participate in this survey, please email Mrs. Renca so you can earn class credit for it.
The Library Club Assignment April 27th - May 1st
The Library Club Assignment April 27th - May 1st
Choose any of the projects listed on the link above. Below is the Library Project. See the link for helpful details!
Step 1: Think about what messages you would like to hear or read if you were alone unable to be with your family members?
Step 2: Write your thoughts on a piece of paper while you think of a family member or someone in your community who might need a boost.
Step 3: Write a letter or make a card for that person. You can include art if you want to.
Step 4: Put your letter or card in an envelope, put a stamp on it and mail it!
Step 5: Send Mrs. Renca who you sent it to such as your grandma or neighbor and she will make sure you get credit for it. If you want, send Mrs. Renca a photo of your letter or card to share what you’ve written.
If you don’t have anyone to write to, let me know and I will send you an address of someone. We have lots of teachers at EMS who have elderly parents who would love getting a letter from you! Mrs. Renca crenca@bsdvt.org
The Library Club Assignment April 13th - May 1st
The Library Club Assignment April 13th - May 1st
Over the next few weeks, you are asked to create an electronic picture book for children. Quality electronic storybooks created will be shared with elementary librarians for Burlington's children. Follow the links below for the steps involved in writing your story. Please contact Mrs. Renca for any questions.
Over the next few weeks, you are asked to create an electronic picture book for children. Quality electronic storybooks created will be shared with elementary librarians for Burlington's children. Follow the links below for the steps involved in writing your story. Please contact Mrs. Renca for any questions.
This week you can begin constructing your eBook using your storyboard as a guide and Book Creator software.
This week you can begin constructing your eBook using your storyboard as a guide and Book Creator software.
This is video about how you signin to Book Creator and explains how to use the software.
This is video about how you signin to Book Creator and explains how to use the software.
Your code is 6MZYLCT
Your code is 6MZYLCT
The class is called, The Library Club 2020
The class is called, The Library Club 2020
I did not provide a template as suggested in the video. You are free to make your own NEW BOOK.
I did not provide a template as suggested in the video. You are free to make your own NEW BOOK.
Once you choose your New Book shape go back to My Books upper left hand side.
Once you choose your New Book shape go back to My Books upper left hand side.
Find the book shape that you created.
Find the book shape that you created.
Give the book a title and author (s) underneath the blank book.
Give the book a title and author (s) underneath the blank book.
You can also share it with someone if you want to collaborate with them by selecting the share icon.
You can also share it with someone if you want to collaborate with them by selecting the share icon.
Begin constructing your book using the features in the software.
Begin constructing your book using the features in the software.
Upload your images onto the pages.
Upload your images onto the pages.
The Library Club Assignment April 6th - April 10th
The Library Club Assignment April 6th - April 10th
Over the next few weeks, you are asked to create an electronic picture book for children. Quality electronic storybooks created will be shared with elementary librarians for Burlington's children. Follow the links below for the steps involved in writing your story. Please contact Mrs. Renca for any questions.
Over the next few weeks, you are asked to create an electronic picture book for children. Quality electronic storybooks created will be shared with elementary librarians for Burlington's children. Follow the links below for the steps involved in writing your story. Please contact Mrs. Renca for any questions.
This week you will begin to write your short story using a hero archetype. Read about 6 hero archetypes in many types of media such as literature, film, comics and video games.
This week you will begin to write your short story using a hero archetype. Read about 6 hero archetypes in many types of media such as literature, film, comics and video games.
Create a 32-page storyboard layout including the cover page Please make a copy of it. You can also create a storyboard on paper if you want to or any other means comfortable to you. Please share your completed storyboard with Mrs. Renca.
Create a 32-page storyboard layout including the cover page Please make a copy of it. You can also create a storyboard on paper if you want to or any other means comfortable to you. Please share your completed storyboard with Mrs. Renca.
Next week you will begin constructing your eBook and I will have the directions provided to you. We will also begin reading the novel, The Giver (using the Internet Archive for locating the book) and we will be meeting virtually to discuss the elements of the story as we read it.
Next week you will begin constructing your eBook and I will have the directions provided to you. We will also begin reading the novel, The Giver (using the Internet Archive for locating the book) and we will be meeting virtually to discuss the elements of the story as we read it.
The Library Club Assignment March 30th - April 3rd
The Library Club Assignment March 30th - April 3rd
Listen to the 2 podcasts Mrs. Renca created using the links below.. They are the final Chapters of the novel by Gary D. Schmidt titled, Orbiting Jupiter.
Listen to the 2 podcasts Mrs. Renca created using the links below.. They are the final Chapters of the novel by Gary D. Schmidt titled, Orbiting Jupiter.
Podcasts:
Podcasts:
- Write an email to Mrs. Renca telling her that you finished the novel. What are your impressions of Joseph and Jake in the end of the novel? Do you think Gary D. Schmidt did a good job writing this novel? Why or why not?
- What did you think of the podcast? Do you think this is a good medium for storytelling during the Covid 19 isolation. Why or why not?
Dorothy Canfield Fisher Voting Ballot for 2019 - 2020 -- Vote for your favorite book this year and make sure your voice is heard! ( Voting Closed April 6th)
Dorothy Canfield Fisher Voting Ballot for 2019 - 2020 -- Vote for your favorite book this year and make sure your voice is heard! ( Voting Closed April 6th)
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