8th: Be prepared to give a brief presentation on the background topic for the PEARL, Steinbeck's novel. Vocab 12 due.

7th: Persuasive Writing is due tomorrow. Review your topic sentences please! 3-4 sentences for your intro and concluding paragraphs. 6-8 sentences for your body paragraphs.

6th: Read pp. 6 & 7 in Heroes Gods and Monsters. Study for the quiz on the 12 main gods and goddesses of Ancient Greek Mythology.