Mrs. DeWitt, Freshman English
Weekly Agenda
Unit: Short Story
Topic: The Scarlet Ibis
Key Vocabulary: Theme, Irony, Ambiguity, Protagonist, Antagonist, Plot,
Exposition, Denoument (Resolution), Rising Action, Falling Action, Complication,
Climax, Analogy, Character Motivation, Symbolism
Monday, September 17, 2012
Objective:
Today you will define symbolism and create a personal symbol shield.
Bell Work:
Vocabulary – The Scarlet Ibis
- Copy words and definitions for The Scarlet Ibis txt. p. 342
Lesson:
Symbolism
- View PPT Presentation
1. Create a shield, divided into four quadrants
 Upper Left: Draw a symbol that represents your character (ie,
funny, loving, shy, hard-working, etc.)
 Upper Right: Draw a symbol that represents something you
enjoy doing.
 Lower Left: Draw a symbol that represents your future (short
or long-term)
 Lower Right: Draw a symbol that represents your home.
Homework:
Progress Report Signed and Returned by Friday 9/21
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Objective:
Today you will analyze the impact that the author’s specific word choices have
on meaning and tone in the text. (symbolism and figurative language)
Bell Work:
Vocabulary – The Scarlet Ibis
- Fill in the blank with the correct vocabulary word.
1. A roar of thunder disturbed the _____ mood of the forest.
2. A darkening sky warned that a storm was ______.
3. The sunlight cast an _______ glow over the lake.
4. Hating to be inside on a sunny day, the boy ______ started on his
homework.
5. The boy was so sure his brother would walk that he predicted it with
an air of ______.
6. The little boy ______ his plea: “Brother, don’t leave me; don’t leave
me, Brother!”
7. Although the boy could barely stand, he worked at learning to walk
with great ______.
8. The crops are ______ due to the severe drought.
9. The trembling bird perched _______ on a tree limb.
10. The lies he told would someday ______ his reputation.
Lesson:
The Scartlet Ibis
- Read txt. p. 344-347 (Part 1)
- At the 2nd paragraph of txt. p. 344, stop and analyze the author’s use of the
term “bleeding”
 Think of red objects, titles containing the word red, and expressions
like “seeing red.”
 What associations are triggered by the color red?
 What qualities does red seem to symbolize?
 What tone does the story seem to have based on the author’s use of
this word?
- At the top right column of txt. p. 345, stop and discuss the simile (figurative
language used: “…where the white marquisette curtains billowed out in the
afternoon sea breeze, rustling like palmetto fronds.”
1. What 2 things are being compared in this simile?
2. What can the reader infer about the curtains based on the simile?
3. What mood does the simile provoke?
Wednesday, September 19, 2012 (Substitute 6th Period)
Objective:
Today you will cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support your
analysis of symbolism in a short story.
Bellwork:
Vocabulary Development – The Scarlet Ibis
- Complete the “Word Knowledge” activity on txt. p. 357
Lesson:
The Scarlet Ibis
- Read txt. p. 349-354
- Answer “Critical Thinking” questions #9 and #12 in complete sentences
Thursday, September 20, 2012 (Substitute All Day)
Objective:
Today you will analyze how complex characters interact with other characters in
a short story.
Bellwork:
Skills Review – Vocabulary Development: The Scarlet Ibis
- Complete Worksheet p. 186
Lesson:
Writing from a different point of view.
- Complete “Doodle’s Point of View” on txt. p. 356
1. Write a one-page detailed description of a key scene from the story
from Doodle’s perspective. Be sure to accurately describe how he
thinks and feels based upon what you KNOW about his character
from the story. Do NOT change the disposition of his character in any
way.
Homework:
Study for Test!
Friday, September 21, 2012
Objective:
Today you will demonstrate reading comprehension by taking a test.
Progress Report:
Turn in TODAY!!
Quiz:
The Scarlet Ibis
Lesson:
Personal Symbol Shield
- Exchange Shields with a partner
- Without discussing the shields, see if you can identify the symbols your
partner has chosen
Homework: Have a great weekend!