Read:
Books out.
Homecoming Nominations:
- Click HERE to nominate two classmates to the homecoming court.
- Note: You must be signed in to your sandi account and you can only complete the form one time.
Memoirs:
- You have a draft of your memoir. You know what you're writing about.
- Lets look at what it needs to make it better.
Rubric:
Structure | Structure: An interesting introduction captures attention. The main event in the memoir is logically organized and clearly described. |
Language | Language: Strong dialogue and description draws the reader into the story. The writer includes sensory details, figurative language, and strong verbs. |
Reflection | Reflection: The writer acknowledges the significance of the incident directly or indirectly. |
Grammar and mechanics | Written consistently in the first person. Has consistent verb tense. Is free from grammar and spelling errors. |
Word Count | Memoir is 700-800 words in length |
Working on Reflection:
- Get a copy of THIS DOCUMENT. It has some small parts of several memoirs we read.
- We are going to look at them together, but I want you to highlight the words and phrases that show that the author is reflecting on the event.
Reminders:
Complete your memoir draft. By now it should have dialog and reflection.
Keep reading your book.
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