The Giver #4 - Best Job Ever

Fourth Blog Post Gentlemen,
I changed what we talked about just slightly to make it a bit more fun!

Task #1
First, go to Paws in Jobland (click the link) and click Job Finder to see what jobs are best for you.  Then go to Jobland and look at the areas highlighted for you.  When you choose a highlighted place it will list some jobs you might like.  Look through the jobs and watch a couple slideshows to see what you would be doing for that job. 

Task #2
Make a list of the jobs you liked the best out of the ones suggested for you.  Then post your job on the blog and tell why you think you would be best for that job. 

Have fun!  PS, I can't wait to see what you guys choose!

The Giver Post #3 Stirrings and Questions

After reading Chp. 5-8, you should have a better idea of what the community is like. 

Task #1
Here are a couple questions about the text:
1) What was different about Jonas' folder of instructions?
     a) he didn't get a folder
     b) it only had one sheet of paper
     c) it was written in another language
     d) his folder had more than everyone else's folders

2)  What do you think the stirrings are?
     a) bad dreams
     b) hopes for the future
     c) feelings
     d) choices

Task #2
What could be some of the advantages of everyone being the same? 
What would the disadvantages be?  Explain what our society would be like if everyone was the same.  What do you like about everyone in our society being different and having choices that lead to differences? 

Luke's Group (The Giver Post #2)

Okay fellas, so we have now read through Chp. 1-4 of the text.  When we last met as a group we discussed rules in their culture that are different from our own culture.  This blog I want you to consider the character Jonas and what you know about him from what you have read. 
Which is the best word to describe Jonas:
A) hilarious
B) wasteful
C) thoughtful
D) curious

Post your response and explain what you read that makes you think so. 

Task #2
Start a BOTG in your notebook to describe the character Jonas' feelings throughout the story.  Remember you are going to add to it as you read the chapters.  We are only in the beginning at this time.

Due Monday Nov. 26

The Giver (Luke's Group)

Hi and welcome to your first blog! 

Task #1
When we last met we talked about a Utopian society or "perfect place".  Your assignment was to write in your Reader's notebook about what your version of a Utopian society would be.  Use what you wrote in your notebook and record it below as a comment. 

Task #2
Read Chp. 1-4 of The Giver

Due November 13