English III and Honors III—August 12-14, 2009

Wednesday, August 12:
• Orientation (syllabus, course objectives, expectations)
• Issue textbooks
Thursday, August 13:
• Finalize orientation—including mobile lab use
• Discuss "Oral Traditions & Family Storytelling" (pre-reading activity)
• Activity: Retell a personal story that a family member has told you.
• Assignment: (handout)
• Complete a family tree (3 generations of grandparents)
• Follow directions on the reverse side (includes a minimum 200 word story)
Friday, August 14:
• Work day:
• Finalize family tree
• Compose story
• Read Susan Power's essay, "Museum Indians"

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