Wednesday, September 10, 2008

The best thing about English so far.

I was really excited to read the story, "A Christmas Memory" by Truman Capote. The characterization, figurative language such as simile and personification, and style of first person narration are all perfect in this story and really help me get prepared to read To Kill a Mockingbird. I think memorable phrases from this story will resonate with the upcoming novel. 

Also, it was great to hear everyone read out loud a little bit. I've been reading everyone's letters and feel like I'm getting to know each student through them. We've got a long exciting road ahead of us...it's going to be a great trip!

9 comments:

alliew3 said...

I love what you wrote! it was truly inspiring.

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Anonymous said...

I thought that the Christmas memory was really wierd because of the old lady but other than that it was ok.

ian wishart said...

i usually prefer non-fiction however your blog excites me about reading To Kill a Mocking Bird.

thoughtful said...

The old lady was out of it, but I enjoyed it alot.

Sydie said...

Mrs. Gilman,
Thi is my URL, I couldn't get it to you through email:

http://sydneyh4.blogspot.com

Jill Lawrence said...

I agree. I really look forward to this year too. (:

Troy said...

MRS. gilman!






hi



true dat true dat

The name's Gracie, don't wear it out. said...

aghh its grace...i cant send it to you by email so...
my url is http://gracielm3.blogspot.com/
thanks^_^