Post #6 Periods 1 & 2

This response will be the last one of 2007, so make it good! This week, I want you to tell me about the theme, or life lesson, of your book. Why do you think the author chose to write this book? What lessons about life are you supposed to learn from your character? Maybe you are learning from your character's mistakes, or maybe you are learning from their success. If you are reading a non-fiction book, then explain what information you have learned, and how you will use it in your own life. Please remember to proof-read your responses. Your responses should be at least 3-5 sentences and should fully answer the question.

Response #5 for 3rd Period

In our current read, Hole In My Life, Gantos writes of reading a quote from a newspaper journalist. The qoute is "Where there is blood, there is ink." Answer the following questions:

1. What is meant by this quote?
2. When Gantos tried to apply this quote to himself, what happens?

Response #5 -Periods 1 and 2

Over the past few weeks we have been discussing the challenging and banning of books. I have been thrilled with this unit because you have all responded so well to the lessons. I especially enjoyed it when Ms. Strickland came in "ranting and raving" about the books in my classroom. The looks on your faces were priceless!! I hope that you have all learned something in this unit. We will be wrapping it up this week.

Remember, any work is potentially open to attack by someone, somewhere, sometime, for some reason! This is how a book challenge and possible ban occurs. Protect your right to read!

I would like you to answer the following questions in your blog this week (please label your answers 1, 2, and 3):

1. Do you agree or disagree with book censorship? Why or why not. Full, well thought out answer is expected.
2. Do you think censoring music is the same or different as censoring books? Explain your answer. Full, well thought out answer is expected.
3. Have you read any of the books we have talked about? Which ones? You may just list them. Remember, we discussed the books on "the list" for elementary ages also. I have the Duval County Challenged Book List at my desk if you need to be reminded.

!st and 2nd Periods Response #4

This week, I want your response to focus on the setting of your book. What is the main setting of the book? What time period? What part of the year? After you have explained the setting of your book, I want you to go a step further and analyze how the setting affects the story. Why do you think the author chose this setting? How would a different setting change the plot of the book? Also share your relationship with the setting. Have you ever been to this setting? How do you visualize it in your mind? Would you want to visit this place if you haven't already? Why or why not? Please consider your answer carefully before typing your response. Submit sincere answers, not just the first thing that pops into your mind.

Have a great week everyone!