Mrs. M is testing for FCAT Science-- TB 4:report to Mr. Weeks
TB 5, silent reading
Tuesday
p. 55 in Close Reader (also in online book):
1. Read The Problems With Hurricanes
2. complete the short response and close reading instructions for the poem
Wednesday
p. 58 in close Reader:
1. Read Prayer to the Pacific
2. Complete close reading instructions and discuss
3. Read "Tornado at Talladega"
4. Complete the close reading instructions and discuss
Thursday
1. Short responses for the poems (turn in for a grade)
1. Reread the poem, "Problems with Hurricanes". What does the speaker suggest about nature in lines 32-35? What broader message about life might he be conveying? (p. 57, #2)
2. How does each poet present nature in these poems? Review your reading notes and cite text evidence in your answer. (p. 60 short response)
2. write your own poem about a force/element of nature
Friday
Write a poem/letter for your mom or someone else in your family