Gathering Evidence of Theme

Today's Goal: Figure out what theme you are going to write about and begin to gather evidence

The Plan:

1. Read
2. Homeless Bird Essay evidence planner (On Classroom)
3. Here is Ms. Black's example

Homeless Bird Essay Prompt

In the book Homeless Bird by Gloria Whelan, what theme does the author convey?

Write a FOUR-paragraph argumentative essay that identifies and argues why a theme is found in Homeless Bird.

You may, if you choose, go above and beyond and create a five-paragraph essay.

Reminders/Homework:

• Evidence Planner doesn't need complete sentences, but should be COMPLETE at the end of class on Monday.
• TWO Achieves due Friday by midnight
• Teacher Choice: Wonders Worth Visiting
• Student Choice
• INDEPENDENT READING:
• TWO books read by May 3!
• Fill out the form in the sidebar every time you finish a new book!