"The Giver" Symbolism

Lois Lowry uses symbolism to convey many messages in "The Giver." Think about the characters, their names, and what is happening in this dystonia. 

• What is the symbolism of some characters names? 
• What symbolism does the author use and what message does it give the readers? 
• Why do you think Lowry chose this symbolism to include?  

Create one post and respond to three (3) classmates. 

Darius and the Clouds" "The House on Mango Street"

In the vignettes entitled, "Darius and the Clouds," and "And Some More," Esperanza and her friends spend a lot of time analyzing things in nature like the clouds. Use the following links to learn more about the children's observations of clouds as cumulus. The links will tell you how clouds are classified. When you are finished viewing, create a picture of clouds using cotton balls. Then, write a paragraph using figurative language to explain what your cloud is and the type of cloud it could be classified as. (Darius said the cloud he saw was God) 

After you create your artwork and paragraph. 

• Type your paragraph on this post. 
• Take a picture of your artwork and upload it to "My Drive."
• Turn on the sharing link to your picture and paste as a link in your post. 
• Read and respond to your classmates. 

Compare and Contrast Writing

We have been learning about the language used to compare and contrast different characters/animals/things in literature. Using the article on amphibians and reptiles, create one paragraph that compares and contrasts the two types of animals. Remember to use the words that signify comparing and contrasting. 

Task: 

• Post a paragraph that compares and contrasts amphibians and lizards. 
• Use language that signifies comparing and contrasting {both, but, alike...}
• Comment on three classmates' posts. 
• Check the blog after posting to respond and keep the conversation flowing as a leanring tool. 

Prefixes and Suffixes

Since we have been discussing how prefixes and suffixes can help us figure out the meaning of unknown words, create a blog post in which you answer the following points: 

• What is a prefix?
• What is a suffix? 
• How can these word parts help us define the meaning of an unknown word? 
• Give some examples of words that contain prefixes and suffixes.What does each mean? What is the meaning of the whole word? 
• Respond and comment to at least three classmates.

Watch the following for clarification/ reinforcement before you post. 

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPqxNqO8u-A

Fractions

We have begun to learn how to compare fractions with the same numerators and denominators, how to move between fractions and mixed numbers, and how to find equivalent fractions. 

• Create one post in which you choose and explain a fractional topic we have learned. 
• Include either a link or an image that helps illustrate/explain your point within your post. Feel free to do both. 
• Check the blog regularly and comment and respond to at least three (3) classmates. 
• Remember that this is an educational tool and follow up is necessary after class time in order to solidify our knowledge. 

Setting

As we are reading our fiction texts, we are focusing on setting, characters, and plot. We know that setting is defined as where and when a story takes place. Consider the following:

• What is the setting of your story right now?
• How does the setting influence the plot?
• Create one post (1) and respond to three (3) classmates. 

Synonyms

We have learned that while reading, you may see questions centered around the reading strand word meaning and choice. These questions sometimes require the reader to find synonyms. Create one (1) post on the blog and respond to two (2) peers.

• How can you use synonyms to help you answer questions?
• What are some pairs of synonyms that you have learned?

Check the blog before class numerous times and engage in a conversation with your peers.