Journal #1 Writing prompt: 8/27
Write a 1-2 sentence summary of what you have read so far in your book, then answer the question with 2-3 full sentences.
What book are you reading and why did you choose it?
*Always write in complete sentences- capital letters, punctuation, etc.
Journal #2 Writing prompt: 9/3
3-4 complete sentences: Describe the main character(s) in the book you are currently reading. How does the author make this character come to life?
Weekly summary: Write 1-2 sentences of what you have read in the past week
Journal #3 Writing prompt: 9/10
3-4 complete sentences: Compare and contrast the setting of the book with a place you are familiar with. How does the setting contribute to the overall mood of the story?
Weekly summary: Write 1-2 sentences of what you have read in the past week
Journal #4 Writing prompt: 9/17
3-4 complete sentences: Find an example of irony in your book (or in your real life). Write down the example, label the type of irony, and explain why it is that type of irony. (situational, dramatic, verbal)
Weekly summary: Write 1-2 sentences of what you have read in the past week
Journal #5 Writing prompt: 9/24
3-4 complete sentences: Predict what you think will happen next in the story. What evidence from the text supports your prediction?
Weekly summary: Write 1-2 sentences of what you have read in the past week
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3-4 complete sentences: Look back on your SMART reading goal from week 1 & reflect. We are over halfway through the trimester- are you on track to meet your reading goal? What can you do to stay or get back on track?
Weekly summary: Write 1-2 sentences of what you have read in the past week
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