Our work over the remaining weeks of school will focus on, and in some ways weave together, the mythology of ancient Greece and River of Words poetry writing and art. Students should be working toward completion of their mythology project, which is due on or before June 10. Next week, we don our dancing shoes to learn some traditional Greek dances! Each class is also preparing recitations of ancient Greek poetry to perform at their showcase on June 11 (see invitation linked below).
In class this week, students are reflecting on their observations and experiences during our field trip to Smith College, specifically at the "Plastic Entanglements" exhibit and Paradise Pond. They will be composing a poem that integrates their observations, thoughts, and reactions and will have the opportunity to submit their poem to the River of Words contest. (If you didn't see last week's blog, there is a link to the River of Words Project for description and information.)
Homework:
PROJECT DUE ON OR BEFORE JUNE 10
POEM draft due Friday for conferencing & revision
POEM FINAL DRAFT due Monday 6/3 (typed and printed, please)
Greek Showcase Invitation
River of Words Poetry Instructions
