Today we will begin looking at short stories. To begin with, I will pick a selection of readings from the novel The Things They Carried, by Tim O'Brien. Students will be asked to keep a writing journal as we progress through the unit. We will also refresh our memories with the elements of the short story---setting, characters, plot, conflict, point of view, and theme. Along with finishing our flashcards, students will be expected to complete a self-directed project for this unit.
For today's assignment, I will ask students to write about a list of things they carry as I read to them. I'm not referring to physical items in a backpack, rather, I want students to think about the emotional baggage we carry as we each make our way through our own journeys through life. This might include memories or feelings we have as a result of certain experiences, long-lasting moments, images we have seen that will be with us forever, or moments in time that have been ingrained into our beings.
Each writing assignment should be thoughtful, on topic, and at least 2-3 paragraphs. I will ask students to pick their five best pieces of writing to be included in a portfolio that will be handed in for marks. Each reflection will be worth 6 marks for a total of 36.
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