Sign of the Beaver Chapter 6

In Chapter 6, as Matt recovers, he thinks, "It wasn't just enough to say an awkward thank you. He needed to give something in return." What can you infer about Matt's values from his thoughts?

How might a person with different values-such as Ben- respond to the offer of help from someone?

Chapter Three

Chapter three ends with: “And what would his father say?”

Should Matt have done something differently? If so, what? Why do you think so?”

Eye of the Storm

Would you want to accompany Warren on a storm chase? Why or why not? If so, which kind of storm would you want to see up close, and why?

Proofing/Editing Checklist

Proofing/Editing Checklist

Does your post have a title?
Did you choose one (1) topic and stick to it?
Did you include specific details from your book or sharing?
Did you edit for capitalization, punctuation, spelling, etc.? - see list below
Is this your very best work?

After you are finished revising your piece for content, read through your writing and edit for spelling, punctuation, and grammar.

I have used the spell check tool and made my corrections

I began each sentence with a capital letter.

I have used capital letters for names of specific people or places.

I have ended each sentence with correct punctuation ( . ? ! )

I have not started any sentences with “And…” or “Then…”

I have used my first name only

Read This First!

Welcome - Please Read First

Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to our Literature Blog. This blog will introduce students to Web 2.0 tools to interact and collaborate in the digital world. To enrich their understanding of literature, we will be using this blog to pose questions and discussions about novels, famous quotes and possibly other curricular areas as the year progresses.

Please use this only for school-related communication. This is not a chat room or a Facebook social networking page. Keep in mind that everything you write here can be seen by your classmates and teacher. Please do not post anything on this blog that you wouldn’t say or write in our classroom. Remember to be respectful when responding to other students' comments.

Parents, please note that I will be moderating all comments as needed. Students will be signing their comments with their first name only.

Recommend a book

Let's start a list of recommended reading. Tell the class about a book you think they should read. Be sure to include the title, author, genre, and a brief summary. What makes this a great book to read? We want as many different titles on this list as possible. Don't repeat another person's recommendation.

Journey to Topaz

If you had ten days to evacuate your home and could take only possessions that you could carry
in two suitcases, what would you take and why? What would you do with the possessions that you
had to leave behind?

My Brother Sam is Dead - Final Reflection

At the end of the story, Tim tells the reader that he has written down the events as they happened fifty years before. The story is his memory of what happened to him and his family during the Revolutionary War. Write about a memory you would like to preserve and give reasons you want to keep it alive.

My Brother Sam is Dead - Responsibility

In the story, Tim has to take on important responsibilities while his father and older brother are absent. He helps his mother run the tavern and make decisions concerning the farm. Write about a situation in which you had to take on important responsibilities. Describe what you did and how you felt about the situation.

My Brother Sam is Dead

In the story, Sam joins the American Revolutionary Army because he feels that the colonists are taxed unfairly by the British. His father thinks that fighting over taxes is not worth the lives that will be lost. Sam claims he is standing up for a principle. Write about a time you stood up for something you believe in. Describe what you did and how it made you feel.

Mariah Keeps Cool

Why do you think Mariah chooses the gift she does for Lynn? Do you think it was the right choice? Why or why not?

Katie's Trunk

Do you think Katie was right or wrong to run back to her house? Explain your answer. Find evidence from the selection that supports your opinion.

And Then What Happened, Paul Revere?

Which word best describes Paul Revere for you: smart, funny, ambitious, busy, luck, energetic, accomplished, or some other word. Explain your choice using examples from the story.