Weekly Reader's Response Due 10/23/09

We have discussed the elements of fiction within a short story over the last several weeks.
Tell me what element of fiction you find to be the most important or interesting to you and why you find it valuable when you read. Examples of the elements are dialogue, characters, setting, plot or theme.

Reader's Response Due 10/16/09

If you could trade places with a character in a short story or folktale, who would it be and why?

Weekly Reader's Response Due 10/9/09

Now that we are exploring the world of short stories...tell me, what is your favorite type of short story? For example, fairytales, myths, legends or folktales, and why?

October Monthly Reader's Response Due 10/30/09

Complete a double-entry journal about an important line in your book. Include the quote and 3 thoughts you have about the quote.

Think about how the book you're reading relates to your own life. Explain the connection you have and how it relates to you.

Compare yourself to the main character in your story and explain how you are alike and different.