GT English II
Weekly Plan 2014-2015
Morgan
Tuesday
Monday
Week of September 8-12
Objective: I can analyze how syntax can have an effect on a poem’s meaning.
Activities:
Do Now
Review “Love is a Place:
Interactive Notebook organization
CFU: “Love is a Place” LTF activity
HW:
9/9 HW 1 due
Objective: I can analyze poetry by focusing on poetic devices, diction and tone.
Activities:
Do Now
Review HW 1
“Theme for English B” analysis chart
Set up portfolio
CFU: Group analysis chart
Homework/Upcoming Dates:
9/16—HW 2 due
Friday
Wed/Thur
Objective: I can analyze the multiple layers of deeper meaning in a complex poem by composing a
group essay which evaluates style.
Activities:
Do Now
Begin rough draft of group analysis essay
CFU: EXIT Ticket—Langston Hughes’ style
Homework/Upcoming Dates:
9/16 HW 2 due!
Objective: I can evaluate another group’s essay for clarity, focus, coherence, conventions, and
development.
Activities:
Do Now
Group peer evaluations
Write a final draft of group essay
Introduce SAT vocabulary programs
CFU: Peer evaluations
Homework/Upcoming Dates:
9/16: HW 2 due!
9/15-16: Vocab illustration and sentences!