Song of Myself

August 23, 2018

Standard: 

RL.11-12.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text, including determining where the text leaves matters uncertain.

RL.11-12.2 Determine two or more themes of a text and analyze their development over the course of the text, including how they interact and build on one another to produce a complex account; provide an objective summary of the text.

RL.11-12.9 Analyze how two or more texts from the same period treat similar themes or topics and compare the approaches the authors take.

Obj: I can cite strong evidence to support analysis of themes in multiple texts and compare the authors approach to it.  

EQ: How does environment shape identity?

Starter: 

With a partner unpack the standard RL 11-12.9.

Define the words theme and compare.

Complete the prior to unit reflection individually.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Identity

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: the fact of being who or what a person or thing is

Your Definition: 

Activity: Describe a part of your identity.  

Activity: 

1.  Switch Seats

We have completed the first unit.

If you would like to switch seats you may.

Remember, if these seats become distracting assigned seats may be implemented.  

2.  Theme

What is Theme?

Together we will watch the video.

Central Idea vs. Theme

Read through the Power Point and take notes.

2.  Song of Myself

First Read.

Annotate the poem Song of Myself pages 125-129 

Discussion

What lines stood out to you?

What does it mean to "celebrate myself?"

What are the major underlying ideas and themes?

What is the significance of this poem coming after the Declaration of Independence?

Second Read

Answer the think questions on page 129.

Closure: 

Connect one pillar of transcendentalism to yourself.

Explain your connection in 2-3 sentences.