Dear Class, I can't believe that we already have read three chapters from The Outsiders!
We have seen that this is a novel that is full of dialogues, narratives, and characters.
Good readers are able to analyse the characters identities. They are able to infer information by their actions and see their changes and transformations through their conflicts, emotions and how they solve their conflicts. If we are good at studying the characters we will have a better understanding of the book.
Based on your reading, Can you tell me about a favorite character so far? Or any other character that help you understand better this book? Or about a character that intrigues you, fascinated or feel any personal connection?
Be sure to tell me: The character name, some physical characteristics, personality traits, the relationship to other characters, and any other relevant information.
Keep your reading and let me see your comments!
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ReplyDeleteJohnny
ReplyDelete‘‘He had never been a coward’’ (Page 34)
‘’He was the most law abiding of us’’ (Page 34)
‘’He doesn’t come from a happy family’’ (His parents fight all the time) (Page 33)
‘’They also belt him all the time’’ (Page 33)
I can see these are not good sine of a person.
He was badly beaten by the Socs, now he is very scare and he is always carrying
a blade, I know he is going to get in trouble.
Daviary,
DeleteI love the way you selected the evidence from the book, you are able to find the traits of this character by finding evidence in the story and not your own. This skill will be very valuable to you in analyzing more complex texts.
I’m going to choose Johnny because we read a lot from Johnny on the book the outsiders. The personality trait from Johnny is that Johnny “had never been a coward”. He was badly beaten by the socs, now he is every scared and he will always carry a blade. I know that now he is going to get in trouble because he is carrying a blade. Johnny he doesn’t come from a happy family (his parents fight all the time page 33) they also belt him all the times (page 33)
ReplyDeletePhysical characteristics:
. Long hair; light brown almost red hair.
.Green hair
Personality traits:
.He likes to read
.He likes movies
.He likes to go to the movies alone.
.He is a greaser By: Felix 721
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ReplyDeleteI like Johnny very much. Johnny has long hair.
ReplyDeleteHe was badly beaten by the Socs, now he is very scared and he will always carry a blade. I know that now he is going to get in trouble. The book says that Johnny was the most law-abiding of the group but I think that is going to change now, because he is going to carry in his back pocket a six -inch switchblade.
He has never been a coward “(pg 34). He is a member of the greasers and a friend of Pony Boy. He doesn’t come from a happy family. His parents fight all the time. They also belt him all the time (pg 33). By Rosalia Fernandez
Rosalia,
DeleteGood work, this is an important passage in this book. You will see what it is going to happen because of this incident.
On chapter 3 they talk about Johnny. Johnny is poor and he has many obstacles to be happy. Johnny is an important character in the story. I like Johnny because he has green eyes, long hair and his a greaser. Johnny has a good personality he is that kind of boy that is noval “(chapter 2,page 33)”.
ReplyDeleteELIZABETH ,721
Dear Elizabeth,
DeleteIt is amazing that always when we read we make connections. When we read a novel we always find that we share similarities with certain characters that we learn to admire. That is the magic or reading.
I am going to write about Johnny. We know a lot of Johnny in chapter 3 especially on pages 33 and 34, Johnny’s physical characteristic are that like all greaser he has long hair. Light brown almost red hair and green eyes. He was badly beaten by the socs. Now he is very scared and he will always carry a blander.
ReplyDeleteI know that no he is going to get in trouble. He’s personality traits he like to read, he likes movies, he likes to go alone and he is a greaser, he was the most law abiding of us’’ (page34) By ayendia 721
Ayendia, the more we read we learn new personalities traits about this kid, the most complex character in the novel.
DeleteIn chapter 3 I read about Johnny. Johnny is a member of the Greaser and a friend of Pony boy , he has long hair light brown almost read hair, green eyes , he is very brave man, he’s personality traits’’ he has never coward away.
ReplyDeleteHe’s other relevant information, he’s doesn’t come from a happy family and his parents fight all the time.
He was beaten up by the Socs he always carry a knife with him so he won’t get in any trouble.
by:RElnaldo Borbon and Adolfo jacobo
Dear Reinaldo and Adolfo,
DeleteI was so proud to see you working and motivated. It makes me very happy to see how much you like this book. The more we write the better we will get at this difficult craft. Look at the school writing rubric and you will see how important the mechanics of language(spelling, punctuation,grammar, etc) are to get a good grade. So, remember to write with capital letters the names of people(Pony Boy) and groups(Greasers. I know you know this but you need to be better at editing your work. Keep writing!
It was wonderful to see the great work this class is doing. I am so happy that you are able to share your insights with the world using this blog. You have important ideas and a powerful voice. It is great to see you have the chance to share it with others.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
Lisa Nielsen
Technology Innovation Manager
Manhattan - Office of Educational Technology
Dear Ms. Nielsen,
DeleteThanks so much for your kind words. People like you inspire teachers to achieve greatness. My students are working very hard and making big gains in their reading and writing skills.It is amazing how many people are contributing to this. This past field trip was a wonderful learning experience to all of us. I am looking forward to move to the next steps.
Dear Class,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for allowing us to visit your class today. You did a fabulous job of writing character descriptions and I enjoyed reading your comments. Keep up the great work! See you soon.
Ms. Semet
Dearest Ms. Semet,
DeleteI can believe I am doing this without your help, dedication and guidance we would not have done this blog. Thanks so much for all your technical support and for bringing the magic of technology into our classroom.
Your class' use of technology is an inspiration. I enjoyed watching you use the Blog in your teaching and the students using the Blog for their learning. You and your class should be very proud of your accomplishments!
ReplyDeleteDear Brichards,
DeleteI am very honored and humbled by your words. Thanks so much, it means a lot to my students and I.
I'm using blogs with my kids, too. They post about the books they are reading and get to reand and comment to each other. I like how you've got more structure for what you want in their responses. Rthnaks for letting me visit,_The Outsiders_ is a great book!
ReplyDeleteArghhh..... Typing on iPad....
DeleteDear Ms. Haranda,
DeleteThanks for your visit my students and I were indeed very honored.
I try to be very specific and follow my unit map because my students need to be guided. I also need to focus their attention and needs. With every question I want to trigger mental acts that will develop their thinking skills.
Thanks for your post!
Great book. Love this and wish I could read more than three chapters. Ponyboy is the best
ReplyDeleteDear Ih,
DeleteKeep reading we are beginning chapter four now. Maybe you can join us. Thanks for your comment
Great novel and great idea! You inspire us all!
ReplyDeleteWOW! Thanks but great literature, my students and people like you are my inspiration!
DeleteI enjoyed reading your students' responses
ReplyDeleteDear Mrs. Cotting,
ReplyDeleteAren't children smart? As a teacher I learn from them all the time.