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What did you think was the most interesting thing you learned today on our field trip and why was it so interesting to you?

Remember to proofread and use your initials!

Holiday Message from Room 23

Holiday Message from Room 23

The Black Cave - Island of the Blue Dolphins - Chapter 20

Today we read about Karana and Rontu's trip into the Black Cave. What do you think the Black Cave was? Why was it there? Think of any place you know of that is similar in any way and describe it. How would you have felt spending the night in a canoe in the Black Cave? Remember to use to details from the story to support your ideas. Please proofread before you post and remember to include your initials.

You will also need to thoughtfully respond to at least one other person's comment.

Karana's Name - Chapter 18 IBD

In Chapter 18, Karana names her bird a name she wishes she had been given, Lurai. If you hadn't been given your name, what would you like to have been named and why? Remember to answer completely (ex. If I didn't have my name, I would like to have the name Alexandra because I think it is a pretty name and it comes from Alexander, which means defender of man, in Greek)and please proofread your answer! Don't forget your initials!

Island of the Blue Dolphins - ch 7-11

Answer at least two of the following questions. Number your answers so we know which questions you are responding to (example 2) and 5)). Remember to sign with your initials. In addition to your answers, also comment on at least one other blog post to further the discussion.

1.Do you think Karana will stay stranded for much longer? Why do you think so? How might her situation change?

2. What do you think she misses the most about her former life and why?

3. Where do you think the White ship took the tribe? Do you think they'll return for Karana?

4. Why do you think Matasaip couldn't wait for a few minutes for Ramo to get on? Do you believe he was being reasonable or not? Why?

5. Why was it so important to leave the island?

Island of the Blue Dolphins - ch 1-5. Responses due 11/2.

Please respond to one of these questions. Use complete sentences to explain your thoughts using details from chapters 1-5 of Island of the Blue Dolphins. Please make connections to your own experience, knowledge or other stories. In addition to your own response, you must provide a thoughtful comment furthering the discussion posted by a classmate. Please refer to the prompt you are replying to specifically so we can follow the discussion.

--Perhaps if Karana's father, the chief of Ghalas-at had allowed his people to mix with the hunters and be more friendly there would not have been any killing. What do you think?

--Do you think the Russians entered the harbor knowing in advance they would steal otter and murder the villagers? Why do you think so?

--Do you think the slaughter of her people could have been avoided if Karana's father had simply refused to let the Russians hunt the sea otter in the beginning?

Remember to use complete sentences, proofread your work, and use only your initials to identify your posts.

Literature Circle: Character

Which book are you reading for your lit circle? Which character in your book do you like best and why? How are they similar to you? What do you think this character will be when they grow up? Why?

Please post about your book & character and respond to one of your classmates. Posts and comments are due by Wednesday, 10/20.

Want to read a good book?

Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers. ~Charles W. Eliot

We have been talking in class about what makes a good book. So now we will share our recommendations for books we like to read, and why.

Our class

Welcome and Blog Guidelines

Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to Room 23's Literature Blog. This blog will introduce students to Web 2.0 tools to interact and collaborate in the digital world. To enrich their understanding of literature, we will be using this blog to pose questions and discussions about novels, famous quotes and possibly other curricular areas as the year progresses.

Please use this only for school-related communication. This is not a chat room or a Facebook social networking page. Keep in mind that everything you write here can be seen by your classmates and teacher. Please do not post anything on this blog that you wouldn’t say or write in our classroom. Remember to be respectful when responding to other students' comments.

Parents, please note that I will be moderating all comments. Students will be signing their comments with their first name only.

Editing Checklist
After you are finished revising your piece for content, read through your writing and edit for spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

• I have used the spell check tool and made my corrections
• I began each sentence with a capital letter.
• I have used capital letters for names of specific people or places.
• I have ended each sentence with correct punctuation ( . ? ! )
• I have not started any sentences with “And…” or “Then…”
• I have indented paragraphs.

Ask yourself....

• Does your post have a title?
• Did you choose one (1) topic and stick to it?
• Did you include specific details from your book or sharing?
• Did you edit for capitalization, punctuation, spelling, etc.?
• Is this your very best work?

Enjoy!