English

Our class has started to read the novel Indian Horse by Richard Wagamese. The story follows Saul Indian Horse as he journeys back through his life as a northern Ojibway. Students have been introduced to the setting and characters of the novel. We have also read the first three chapters in class.

On page three Wagamese writes, "If we want to be at peace with ourselves, we need to tell our stories." I have asked students to write their stories in three paragraphs. Paragraph one is a summary of their life so far. Paragraph two is a prediction of what their life holds for them between now and the age of 50. Paragraph three is a look ahead at old age. This assignment is worth 10 marks for completion.

As we read ahead, I will ask students to complete a series of written responses. All written responses should be two to three paragraphs long. Each paragraph should include complete sentences with concise and thoughtful remarks. Responses will be marked out of 6.

Also, students will be asked to provide feedback during our reading. Two of the following three questions must be answered after each reading session. Each response will be marked out of two:

1. What is something you wanted to ask?
2. What is something you learned?
3. What passage or description stood out for you?

Written Response # 1

Does your family have any traditions or rituals? If no, what traditions or rituals would you start?