Thursday, March 5, 2020


Last round of peer editing.  Look for:
Final Draft Check Off Sheet

  • Correct citations, like this (Excerpt 3).
  • Title is italicized every time it is used as a title
  • Author's name is mentioned in the first paragraph
  • Correctly formatted Work Cited page
  • Indented paragraphs
  • No extra spaces between paragraphs
  • Double-spaced, Times New Roman, Size 12
  • Intro and conclusion are compelling
  • Clear sentences that distinguish one perspective (Douglass's) from another (white Northerners)
  • North, South, Northerners, Southerners, etc. are all capitalized
  • Sentences are combined correctly (comma + conjunction or a semicolon)
  • Writing is clear and easy to understand
  • Best evidence is selected to prove each position/aspect of slavery
  • Analysis is thoughtful and explains the significance fully
  • Double check page numbers in the upper right corner (e.g., Spencer 1)
  • Address all parts of the prompt

  • I can articulate the difference between a narrative and a summary. 
  • I can combine phrases into a complete sentence.
  • I can identify where a modifier goes in relation to the noun it modifies.

1. Opening 
A. Entry Task: Introducing the Children’s Book (10 minutes) 

2. Work Time 
A. Distinguishing Narrative from Summary (15 minutes) 
B. Introducing the Narrative Writer’s Toolbox (10 minutes) 

3. Closing and Assessment 
A. Sentence Practice (10 minutes) 

4. Homework 
A. Finish the final draft of your essay, print a clean copy, and turn it in tomorrow at the start of class.
B.  SS Lesson 13, Sections 4--6 ONLY: Textbook p. 190-192 and Workbook p. 116-117
C.  Make sure you have a book to read here with you tomorrow.


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