Poetry is dead... well, not really

As October is slowly moving forward and the leaves are falling, we are wrapping up our poetry unit in English 8. We have written our poetry, analyzed lyrics and poems, and had some great discussions concerning a nonsensical poem, "Jabberwocky." As we move into our next unit, short stories, we will add to our understanding of literary elements and poetic devices.

Just for fun, a great clip of the Mad Hatter reciting "Jabberwocky" in Alice in Wonderland.

Ok, it really has been way too long...

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Let's catch up! We have been reading Night and studying the Holocaust. Stating tomorrow, you can check here for chapter by chapter summaries. This will help keep you on track with the novel. Since we will have to take a break from the novel to prepare more carefully for the NJASK8, you can check here for some information to help you keep on track!

Homework For Today

Science- none
Algebra 1: Study for Mid-Term
Math 8: Study for Min-Test
English- Work on 8 Character Journals, DUE TOMORROW
Reading- Remember to return parent interest sheets for the Southern Feast
Social Studies- none