Fish in a Tree
What is Ally's big secret?
Ally can't read very well.
Define Perspective.
A person's attitude or feelings toward something.
True or false: You are allowed to get up from your seat at any time.
False
Why doesn't Simon want his mom to kiss him in front of the school?
He is concerned about seeming cool
A treasure trove of tales.
Alliteration or Metaphor
Why does Ally get in trouble at the baby shower?
She gives Mrs. Hall a sympathy card.
Define Theme.
The big idea or main message.
True of false: You are allowed to speak meanly, so long as it's about yourself.
False
What figurative language is being used in the following excerpt: ""Uhmmm, yeah. Yup...," I say, trying to ignore the pit that's forming in my stomach.
Three words that hold sadness like a tree holds leaves.
Simile
What is a silver dollar day?
A really good day.
What is a setting?
Where the story takes place.
What do we do if we have something to ask or share?
Silently raise your hand and wait to be called on.
What is Maria's perspective toward school?
Maria is excited for school and wants to be prepared.
I slouched against the school building staring down at me.
Personification
What is Ally's perspective toward the kids at shcool?
She feels like everyone hates her.
What is Author's perspective.
How an author thinks or feels about something.
What volume do we use in line?
0. Silent.
What is Simon's perspective toward public speaking?
Simon is too nervous to speak in front of a crowd.
They stare at us like cats watching birds in a cage.
Simile
What is Albert's perspective toward Pluto?
Albert feels bad for Pluto because it's no longer a planet.
What are the four parts of perspective? (Hint: We recently made a chart on them for both Simon and Ally)
Thoughts. Feelings. Words. Actions.
What are the King's Highway Schoolwide Guidelines (Hint: There are 4).
We are respectful. Responsible. Safe and Kind.
What is a possible theme in Simon B Rhymin'
Be yourself, even when it is hard. Friends are life's greatest gifts. Believe in yourself.
Sanjay and I sit on the top of the hill and stare out at the huge, never-ending Arabian Sea.
Hyperbole