Expectations
What should you do when entering the classroom?
Go to your assigned seat
A story that could be true, but it isn't.
Realistic Fiction
Refugee by Alan Gratz
Three young people from different time periods flee their homes in search of safety.
Genre? Subgenre?
Fiction - Historical Fiction
What is Mrs. Toellner's first name?
Michelle
In which state can you find Mount Rushmore?
South Dakota
"Wait patiently to be called on" falls under being...
a. Respectful
b. Responsible
c. Safe
Which genre of book contains a real person from history or a historical event, but contains elements that are made up?
Historical Fiction
The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen
In an invented kingdom and imaginary world, an orphan becomes involved in a dangerous plan to place a false prince on the throne.
Genre? Subgenre?
Fiction - Fantasy
How tall is Mrs. Toellner?
5'1
What is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
According to the classroom matrix, before asking the teacher for help, what should you do first?
Attempt the work.
Use your resources.
Which subgenre contains Greek roots that mean self - life - writing?
Autobiography
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
After a plane crash leaves Brian stranded alone in the wilderness, he must learn to survive using only his skills and determination.
Genre? Subgenre?
Fiction - Realistic Fiction
How many years has Mrs. Toellner been teaching at Valders Middle School?
This year is number ____.
This year is number 10!
Which blood type is known as the universal donor?
O Negative
What voice level should you be at during small group work time?
1 or 2
Dystopian literature is a subgenre to this subgenre.
Science Fiction
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
A boy raised by ghosts in a graveyard must face a dangerous person from his past.
Genre? Subgenre?
Fiction - Horror
Where did Mrs. Toellner go to high school?
Mishicot High School
What is the tallest type of grass in the world?
Bamboo
Which of these is a nonnegotiable?
a. Walk at all times
b. Use your resources
c. Keep questions on topic
a. Walk at all times
What genre uses facts to teach readers about a real topic?
Informational Text
Scythe by Neal Shusterman
In a future where people no longer die naturally, special individuals are chosen to control the population.
Genre? Subgenre? AND ANOTHER Subgenre?
Fiction - Science Fiction - Dystopian
What is Mrs. Toellner's birthday month?
October
A man builds a house with four sides, and every side faces south. A bear walks by. What color is the bear?
White - The house is at the North Pole!