This week in English class, we will conclude our unit on common mistakes in writing
and begin a new unit titled “I Am Somebody.” This unit will focus on
using persuasive writing to make a difference (based on the quote by Lily
Tomlin),
“I always wondered why somebody didn't do something about that...and then I realized- I am somebody."
Students will
work with a partner to research and write a persuasive essay encouraging others
to take action against a problem they see in our school, our community, our
country, or the world. Partners will then create a multi-media
presentation and present their essays as a speech to the class. This unit
will combine many of the skills we have learned throughout the year, and
students will be assessed on their written essay, their multimedia
presentation, and their public speaking. The unit will conclude around
the end of April.
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