Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Bio Poem - Activity #3

Imagine that you are the main character in the story that we are reading in class. To describe yourself, write a Bio Poem using the format provided below:

  • Line 1. First name
  • Line 2. Four traits that describe character
  • Line 3. Relative (“brother,” “sister,” “daughter,” etc.) of ________________
  • Line 4. Lover of ___________________ (list three things or people)
  • Line 5. Who feels ___________________ (three items)
  • Line 6. Who needs ___________________ (three items)
  • Line 7. Who fears ___________________ (three items)
  • Line 8. Who gives ___________________ (three items)
  • Line 9. Who would like to see ___________________ (three items)
  • Line 10. Resident of ___________________
  • Line 11. Last name

Unsent Letter - Activity #2

Imagine that you can write a letter to the main character of our novel right now.

What information would you want to share with him? 
How do you feel about his actions? 
What do you think he should do about his situation? Why? 
Give him advice
Ask him questions
Seek clarification

Write your comment in the form of a friendly letter to the character. Good luck!

POVG - Activity #1

This week -- assume the role of the character that you have been assigned in class. From that character's perspective answer the following questions:

  • What are you thinking right now? Why?
  • How do you feel? Why?
  • What is your "next move"? Why?
  • Which other character do you need to talk to? Why?
Remember...your post may be read in class, so do your best!