I am continuing to draft writing for each of these real life writing purposes according to Kelly Gallagher in Write Like This:
Evaluate and Judge
Analyze and Interpret – ↓
Take a Stand/Propose a Solution
…
Apparently iMAgiNiff is a board game that I missed out on as a child. It is also an inspiration for an activity in the Analyze and Interpret chapter. This one seems like lots of fun and would be great analyzing practice as a Morning Meeting activity with my new fifth graders. It could also be used to reflect on characters in books.
Pose a question for students to answer, explaining their reasoning. For example: “Imagine if _________ were a character in a Western film. Which would he be? a) Sheriff b) Outlaw c) Deputy d) Farmer e) Stagecoach Driver f) Barkeep”
…
Since Michelle is hosting the Big Time Blogging Challenge this month, and that is why I have been writing every day, I am going to use her. Thanks Michelle!
If Michelle were a character in a Western film, she would be the barkeep.
Michelle is a social butterfly and can talk to anyone. She can serve people their selected beverage and make them feel at home. This is similar to what she does as a literacy coach, she has to develop relationships and make teachers comfortable with her. She knows when to help and provide support. She knows exactly when to hold back.
Everyone tells their secrets to the bartender. People can spill their guts to her and she can keep a neutral expression, not always needing to give an opinion. Let me tell you, co-plans can be tense! But, I have heard more than one teacher say that Michelle knows how to stay cool and not take sides.
Finally, when push comes to shove, Michelle is capable of putting people in their place! Chairs fly, glasses break. Someone has to put an end to it…
jenniebblog 