I have found this routine helps the student keep track of what is happening each day in English and what materials the student will need in class.
Monday>> Novel Study
Tuesday>> Vocabulary
Wednesday>> Novel Study
Thursday>> Vocabulary and Spelling Tests
Journal Writing (this might happen on other days as well)
Writing Skills and/or Study Skills
Friday>> Creative Writing
Any changes to the schedule will be explained to the student well in advance of the next class. It is expected that scissors, colour pencils, glue, and markers will be needed on Fridays. It is also expected that the student’s binder be maintained with all materials handed out in class as well as containing plenty of loose leaf paper. The English binder, pen, pencil, and a personal novel are essential every day in my class. Detentions will be given for coming to class unprepared.