Collaboration, Engagement, Integrity,

Creative & Critical Thinkers

Our school-wide core values

Mr. David Ambrose

Medford High School

English Language Arts Department

Mister Ambrose
489 Winthrop St.
Medford, MA 02155
ph: 781.393.2345
dambrose@medford.k12.ma.us

Sophomores

Daily Assignments

Friday, June 19, 2009

Final Exam Review

Hand back papers

Have students submit outstanding work

Review final exam format

100 multiple choice questions covering all of the major units of study throughout the year:

Beowulf
Othello
Comedy and Satire

including A Modest Proposal and The Importance of Being Earnest

Dr. Faustus
The Canterbury Tales
Animal Farm
Lord of the Flies
Catcher in the Rye
Sonnets
Grammar: Parts of Speech

Download a final exam review game here!

Tonight's Homework

Prepare for final exam.

Take a brief survey online for our technology grant.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Discussion: Is Holden "crazy," as the original title of the story suggests, or is he more or less a prototypical teenager?

Tonight's Homework

Finish soundtrack project assignment.

Write a one page psychoanalysis of Holden.

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Discuss last night's reading

Read around and discussion

Continue psychoanalysis of Holden

Tonight's Homework

Finish read the book. Add to your psychoanalysis of Holden and to your soundtrack project.

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Review rubric for soundtrack project assignment

Mr. Ambrose will share his version of the completed project.
This project will be due on Friday, June 19

Answer chapter 17 questions in large group

Read chapter 18 in large group

In small groups, continue psychoanalysis of Holden

Homework

Read chapters 19 and 20.

Continue psychoanalysis of Holden.

Work on soundtrack project.

Monday, June 15, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Share narrative (Holden's visit to modern-day Medford)

Download a copy of Mr. Ambrose's version here

Discuss chapters 13-15 (using guided questions)

Read and discuss chapters 16

Begin psychoanalysis of Holden

HW: Read chapters 17 and 18. Continue psychoanalysis of Holden.

Friday, June 12, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Catcher in the Rye quiz

Read chapter 12

Answer discussion questions, chapter 9-12

HW: Read chapters 13-15

Write a narrative about what Holden would think if he came to visit Medford in the year 2009.

Thursday, June 11, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Share and submit and submit homework (Holden's composition about the baseball)

Discuss chapters 5 and 6

Read chapters 7 and 8

HW: Read chapters 9-11.

Study for Catcher quiz. (Be sure to review Tuesday's notes and be sure to be all caught up with the reading.)

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Review chapter 1 and 2 discussion questions.

Read aloud and discussion chapters 3 and 4.

Character Carousel Activity and Discussion

HW: Read chapters 5 and 6. Write the composition about the baseball mitt that Holden writes for Stradlater.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

The Catcher in the Rye

Introductory PowerPoint

Agree/Disagree Survey and Discussion

Begin reading chapter 1

Option: If time allows, read original book review of Catcher.

Tonight's Homework

Read chapters 1 and 2. Complete discussion questions.

Monday, June 8, 2009

Animal Farm

Final Test

HW: Finalize Animal Farm projects to be presented and submitted tomorrow.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Animal Farm

View second half of Animal Farm film.

Work on Animal Farm projects or review for test.

HW: Study for Monday's test.

Work on Animal Farm projects (due Tuesday).

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Animal Farm

Review Animal Farm project assignments.

View first half of Animal Farm film.

Key into and take notes on areas that will assist you in your essay, test review or project.

HW: Final draft of Animal Farm essay due tomorrow.

Prepare for Animal Farm test for Monday.

Work on Animal Farm project for Tuesday.

Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Animal Farm

Journal: What do you consider to be the moral of Animal Farm? Discuss.

Chapter 10 Discussion

Test Review (Test will be Monday, June 8, 2009.)

Small Groups:

Peer Edit Essays
Propaganda or Allegory Project

HW: Work on essay (due Friday, June 5).

Study for test (due Monday, June 8).

Work on Animal Farm project (due Tuesday, June 9).

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Animal Farm

Animal Farm and the Russian Revolution PPT 2

Chapter 9 Discussion Questions

Pair and Share: Thesis Statements and Rough Drafts

Begin Reading Chapter 10

Listen to some personal anthems

HW: Write a second page of your essay rough draft.

Finish reading the book. (Focus on what you think the moral of the story is.)

Monday, June 1, 2009

Animal Farm

Animal Farm and the Russian Revolution PPT

Review chapter 7 discussion questions

Review chapter 8

Workshop thesis statements and outlines

HW: Read chapter 9. Write first page of essay.

On tap for tomorrow...second half of PPT and propaganda groups.

Friday, May 29, 2009

Animal Farm

5-minute student presentations

Present examples of propaganda from your assigned time period.
Explain to the class what the message of the propaganda is and why it would be considered propaganda.
Discuss the historical context of the propaganda.
Can you link the propaganda to Animal Farm?
- Russian Revolution
- Fascists
- Communists
- WWII
- Cold War

Chapter 7 Discussion Questions

HW: Read chapter 8. Write a thesis statement and detailed outline for your Animal Farm essay (due Friday, June 5).

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Animal Farm

Meet with your laptop group from yesterday and complete your propaganda presentation. Use www.propagandacritic.com as a resource.

Analyzing propaganda from historical time periods

Each group will be assigned one of the historical time periods below. They are to identify 2-3 examples of propaganda from this time period and prepare a short presentation about the propaganda techniques that are employed.
- Russian Revolution
- Fascists
- Communists
- WWII
- Cold War Propaganda
- Lesson based on PBU by Mr. Streff (Day 3).

HW: Read chapter 7 of Animal Farm.

Write one page about the types of propaganda that are being employed by the pigs in the novel.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Animal Farm

Go to www.propagandacritic.com.

With your group, prepare a brief PowerPoint presentation detailing some of the main techniques used by propagandists (i.e. glittering generalities, nationalism, etc.) Be sure to include your own original examples.

Lesson based on PBU by Mr. Streff (Day 2).

HW: Read chapter 6 of Animal Farm. Gather an original example of propaganda and analyze it (to be included in your group's PowerPoint, e-mailed to me tomorrow).

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Animal Farm

Review Animal Farm essay assignment.

Complete review questions, chapters 1-4.

Listen to personal anthems and discuss.

HW: Read chapter 5 and complete chapter 5 questions.

Friday, May 22, 2009

Animal Farm

Read chapter 3 aloud.

Complete chapter 3 discussion questions.

Review chapter 3 mini-project.

HW: Complete chapter 3 mini-project.

Read chapter 4.

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Period 1

Review chapter 1 discussion questions.

Read aloud chapter 2.

Begin chapter 2 discussion questions.

HW: Complete chapter 2 discussion questions.

Bring in your personal anthem.

Period 6

Begin reading aloud chapter 3.

Work in groups on chapter 2 mini-project.

HW: Complete mini-project (chapter 2).

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Period 1

MCAS Mathematics Exam

Period 6

Listen to personal anthems and discuss

Chapter 2 Discussion Questions

Chapter 2 Activity

HW: Read chapter 3

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Period 1

MCAS Mathematics Exam

Period 6

Review Chapter 1 Discussion Questions

Begin reading chapter 2

HW: Finish reading chapter 2; bring in lyrics to your own personal anthem

Monday, May 18, 2009

Animal Farm

Review prior knowledge: Russian Revolution

George Orwell Introductory PowerPoint

Journal and Dicussion: What makes a good leader?

Distribute books

Begin reading

Tonight's Homework

Read chapter one of Animal Farm.

Answer chapter one discussion questions as you read.

Friday, May 15, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest Test

Don't forget to submit Earnest essay!

Tonight's Homework

Gather and review your notes from history class regarding the Russian Revolution. Be sure to bring these to class on Monday.

Thursday, May 14, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Thesis Workshop

Outline Workshop

Integrating Quotes Effectively

Peer Edits

Is the thesis clear?
Does the thesis use language from the prompt?
Is the introduction a "microcosm" of your essay?
Do the topic sentences link back to the thesis?
Is there adequate textual support in the form of direct quotation?
Conclusion

Briefly review for tomorrow's test

Read and analyze brief excerpt from "I Am America, and So Can You!"

Tonight's Homework

Final draft of Earnest essay

Study for Earnest test

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Wrap up Act 3 on video

Discuss elements of comedy

Peer edit thesis statements and outline

Tonight's Homework

Rough draft of essay

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Wrap up yesterday's quiz with analysis of scene from Meet the Parents

Review Act 3 Discussion Questions

Watch Act 3 of The Importance of Being Earnest on film

Tonight's Homework

Write a thesis statement and outline for your chosen writing prompt.

Monday, May 11, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Quiz on Acts 1 and 2

Please submit Act 2 discussion questions

Review Essay Writing Prompts (due Friday, 5/15)

Read aloud Act 3

Tonight's Homework

Finish reading Act 3 of The Importance of Being Earnest

Answer Act 3 Discussion Questions

Friday, May 8, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Discuss and Submit Act 2 Questions

View Act 1 and 2 on Video

Discussion (including what is a blocking character?)

Tonight's Homework

Prepare for quiz on The Importance of Being Earnest

Thursday, May 7, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Discuss and Submit HW

Wrap up reading Act 2 aloud. Discuss.

Small Group Act 2 Discussion Questions

Tonight's Homework

Wrap up Act 2 discussion questions if you did not complete them in class.

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Discuss and submit Act 2 writing prompt composition

Act 2: Read aloud and discuss

Tonight's Homework

Make a prediction about how the play will end and the conflicts (i.e. both Jack and Algernon's desire to become "Ernest") will be resolved.

Write about how Gwendolyn and Cecily are similar to/different from girls of the 21st century.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Quiz One (Types of Comedy, Irony, Wilde's Bio, etc.)

Correct and review objective portion of quiz

Continue to read Act 2 aloud and discuss

Tonight's Homework

Finish Act 2 Writing Prompt Composition

Monday, May 4, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Distribute and Review Act 2 Writing Prompts (due Wed)

Review for tomorrow's quiz, including examples of irony

Irony: Can you provide an example of each?
- situational: when something happens that is the opposite of what you expect
- dramatic: when the audience knows something that the characters of a play do not know
- verbal: sarcasm; when you say one thing, but mean the opposite

Review Act 1

Read aloud first few pages of Act 2

(If time allows, get into small groups to add to list of epigrams.)

Tonight's Homework

Study for tomorrow's quiz.

Work on writing prompt (due Wed)

Friday, May 1, 2009

GSA Day of Silence Dialogue

See plans for junior class.

Tonight's Homework

Read Act 2 of The Importance of Being Earnest.

Complete epigram handout.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Reread first half of Act 1 of the play.

Discussion

Distribute Characterization and Epigram handout.

Tonight's Homework

Complete handout

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Synthesize Knowledge of the Victorian Age from students' homework and collect homework

Life in the Victorian Age PowerPoint

Other Examples of Comedy

Tonight's Homework

Read Act 1 of The Importance of Being Earnest

Write descriptions of each character.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Download a copy of today's lesson plan here.

Comedy of Humours: Grumpy Old Men scene

Fantasy Comedy: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince trailer

Satirical Comedy: Will Ferrell as President Bush

Comedy of Manners: Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day trailer

Burlesque Comedy: Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Jump on It Dance

Tonight's Homework

Watch 2 sitcoms. Write about what kinds of comedy are employed.

Monday, April 27, 2009

The Importance of Being Earnest

Active Reading of Oscar Wilde's Biography from The Literary 100 by Daniel S. Burt

In small groups, examine Oscar Wilde's Maxims

Define his sense of humor.
Identify your favorite maxims.

Your Own Maxims

Tonight's Homework

Write 3 of your own maxims in the style of Wilde.

On the internet, research the Victorian Age.

Monday, April 13, 2009

Satire

Review Weekend's HW (Social Issues)

Read and discuss articles from The Onion

Small Group Analysis: Articles from The Onion

Review The Eggplant article assignment

Small Groups: Work on brainstorming article headlines

Tonight's Homework

Write a one-paragraph satirical blurb (a la The Onion) about the social issue of your choice.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Introduction to Satire

Define literary terms: Satire and Irony

Read and Discuss "Shoot Hooligans, not Hoops"

Small Groups:

Answer Satire Analysis Questions re: "Shoot Hooligans, not Hoops"
Brainstorm potential social issues you would like to satirize

Tonight's Homework

List 10 social issues/events that you would like to satirize for a class project next week

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Lord of the Flies Trial

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Lord of the Flies Trial Preparation

Monday, April 6, 2009

Lord of the Flies Trial Preparation

Friday, April 3, 2009

Introduce Lord of the Flies Trial

Thursday, April 2, 2009

MCAS English Language Arts Test

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

MCAS English Language Arts Test

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Period 1

Students are taking MCAS Long Composition.

Period 6

MCAS Practice: November 2008 Retest Session 3

Complete and Review with students

Monday, March 30, 2009

Wrap up Lord of the Flies film.

Examine MCAS long composition prompts from previous years and discuss with students their strategies.

Final tips for MCAS Long Composition

Friday, March 27, 2009

Lord of the Flies film

Guiding Question: How does the film adaptation compare to your expectations, based on your reading of the novel?

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Period 1

Lord of the Flies Wrap-up Discussion

Period 6

Meeting with Dr. K regarding MCAS

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapters 9 & 10

Download the handout for today's discussion here.

Read Aloud and Discussion

Small Group Discussion Questions

Large Group Wrap-up Discussion

Tonight's Homework

Read chapters 11 and 12. Write a journal/diary entry.

Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapters 7 & 8

I Shot an Arrow into the Air

Tonight's Homework

Read chapters 9 & 10

Write a journal/diary entry

Monday, March 23, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapter 6

Opener: Journal

Chapter 6 Discussion Questions

Begin Reading Chapter 7

Tonight's Homework

Finish reading chapter 7 and read chapter 8

Write one journal/diary entry from the perspective of your character

Friday, March 20, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapter 5

Chapter 5 Carousel Activity and Discussion

Tonight's Homework

Read chapter 6

Write a diary/journal entry

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapter 4

Reading Check Quiz: Chapters 1-4

Symbolism Handout

Tonight's Homework

Read chapter 5

Write a diary/journal entry

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapter 3

Journal: Ralph and Jack's relationship

Small Groups: Chapter 3 Discussion questions

Large Group Discussion: Chapter 3

Begin Reading Chapter 4

Tonight's Homework

Finish reading chapter 4

Write a journal/diary entry from the perspective of a character

Be prepared for a brief reading check quiz tomorrow

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapter 2

Small Groups: Symbolism and Analysis

Large Group Discussion: Chapter 2

Begin reading chapter 3

Tonight's Homework

Finish reading chapter 3

Write a journal/diary entry from the perspective of a character

Monday, March 16, 2009

Lord of the Flies: Chapter 1

Journal: What makes a good leader?

Large Group Discussion: Chapter 1

Begin reading chapter 2

Tonight's Homework

Finish reading chapter 2

Write a journal/diary entry from the perspective of a character

Friday, March 13, 2009

Lord of the Flies Unit Introduction

You are lost! activity

Discussion on activity

Tonight's Homework

Read chapter 1

Write a journal/diary entry from the perspective of a character

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Sonnet Test

Distribute Lord of the Flies books

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Sonnets

Period 1

Lauren M's group

Lauren C's group

Period 6

Ivana's group

Tonight's Homework

Study for tomorrow's sonnet test!

Be sure to be familiar with all sonnets covered during this unit (including those that were presented by Mr. Ambrose and those that were presented by your peers).

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Complete Shakespeare's songs discussion questions (in textbook) with substitute teacher

Monday, March 9, 2009

Complete Sidney's sonnets discussion questions (in textbook) with substitute teacher

Friday, March 6, 2009

Sonnets

Period 1

Lindsey B's group

Adam Z's group

Period 6

Dillon's group

Chris R.'s group

Tonight's Homework

Be prepared for Monday's sonnet discussions.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Sonnets

Period 1

Sonnet 30 by William Shakespeare(Eric's group)

Sonnet 73 by William Shakespeare(Dan's group)

Period 6

Joe's group

Mirza's group

Tonight's Homework

Be prepared for tomorow's discussions:

Period 1

Lindsey B's group

Adam Z's group

Period 6

Dillon's group

Chris R.'s group

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Download today's worksheet here

Today's Agenda

Opener: In your journal, write a response to Mr. Brophy's quote about war. Then, brainstorm with your group everything you know about World War I.

Mr. Brophy's Prior Knowledge: What do we know about World War I?

Mr. Ambrose's Unlocking the Poem (Model analysis of "Dulce et Decorum est")

Briefly review presentation assignment

Small Groups: Students will get into the same small groups as during yesterday's class. Students will analyze their assigned war poem (WWI).

Tonight's Homework

Formalize your presentation for tomorrow.

Monday, February 23, 2009

Download today's worksheet here

Today's Agenda

Opener: In your journal, write a response to Mr. Brophy's quote about war. Then, brainstorm with your group everything you know about the war in Iraq.

Mr. Brophy's Prior Knowledge: What do we know about the war in Iraq?

Mr. Ambrose's Unlocking a Poem: Review the steps

Model poem analysis ("What Every Soldier Should Know"

Small Groups: Small groups will feature 2 members of Mr. Brophy's class and 2 members of Mr. Ambrose's class. Students will analyze their assigned war poem.

Tonight's Homework

Work on your group's analysis of your assigned war poem. We will present on Wednesday.

Friday, February 13, 2009

Today's Agenda

Sonnet Quiz

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Today's Agenda

"Leda and the Swan"

Tonight's Homework

Finish Dr. Faustus essay (due tomorrow)

Study for sonnet quiz (tomorrow)

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

(Half-Day)

Today's Agenda

Romeo and Juliet Sonnet

Read and discuss how our knowledge of the sonnet form brings new insight to this first meeting of Shakespeare's most famous characters.

Sonnet Unscrambler

In small groups, unscramble this famous Shakespearean sonnet. (Each line of the sonnet will be cut into individual strips.)
Use these hints for unscrambling sonnets.
When you are done, briefly state the theme of this sonnet. What clues in the poem inform you of this theme?

Tonight's Homework

Work on Dr. Faustus essay (due Friday, 2.13.2009).

Tuesday, Feburary 10, 2009

Today's Agenda

Faustus Bonus: "The Devil Went Down to Georgia"

Play song as students listen to lyrics. Students write a paragraph about how this song links to the themes of Faustus.

Students get in small groups to review their thesis and outline for their Faustus essay and to look for textual support for their argument.

Sonnets: Introduction

Sonnet Form and Background

Tonight's Homework

Work on Faustus essay (due Friday)

Monday, February 9, 2009

Today's Agenda

Dr. Faustus Test

Tonight's Homework

Write a thesis statement and outline for your Faustus essay. The essay assignment is due on Friday, 2.13.2009, and will be scored using the MCAS rubric.

Friday, February 6, 2009

Today's Agenda

A student leader will review with the class the paraphrase of the monologue Faustus delivers to Helen of Troy.

In small groups, students will prepapre statements on some of the final discussion questions.

A student leader will lead the class in a discussion of the final discussion questions.

Tonight's Homework

Prepare for Monday's test on Dr. Faustus.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Today's Agenda

Review analysis questions (scenes 10-13) with class.

In small groups, students work to paraphrase the monologue Faustus delivers to Helen of Troy.

Tonight's Homework

Wrap up monologue translation.

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Today's Agenda

Complete analysis questions (scenes 10-13) in small groups. Review with substitute if time allows.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Today's Agenda

Wrap up 7 Deadly Sins Presentations

Review analysis questions (scenes 5-9)

Review Faustus notes (scenes 5-9)

Tonight's Homework

Wrap up analysis questions (scenes 10-13) to the best of your ability.

Monday, February 2, 2009

Today's Agenda

Students present 7 Deadly Sins projects to the class.

Friday, January 30, 2009

Today's Agenda

Students use laptops to complete 7 Deadly Sins project.

Visual/textual representation of sin.
Costume design for actor/acrtress depiciting the sin.

Tonight's Homework

Finish reading Dr. Faustus. Complete handout.

Thursday, January 29, 2009

Today's Agenda

Review allusions from last night's reading.

Students gather in clusters and use laptop computers to complete 7 Deady Sins project. Your group may create a PowerPoint presentation, a Wikispace wesbite, or another technology-based presentation.

Each cluster of students will represent a different sin and include the following in the presentation:

Visual representation of the sin
Textual explanation of the sin
Explanation of the demon associated with the sin
Suggested costume for the sin

Tonight's Homework

Be sure you are caught up with your reading assignments and comprehension questions.

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Monday, January 26, 2009

Friday, January 23, 2009

Today's Agenda

Section 2 of MCAS November 2004 Retest

Complete and Review with Substitute

Thursday, January 22, 2009

Today's Agenda

Section 1 of MCAS November 2004 Retest

Complete and Review

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Today's Agenda

Quarterly Exam

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Quarterly Exam Review

Today's Agenda

Jeopardy Review Game

Tonight's Homework

Prepare for tomorrow's quarterly exam.

Essay - State whether you agree or disagree with one of the following statements, using evidence from the text in your argument:

Othello's real problem is his own jealousy.
It is very important to the play for Othello to be black.
Iago's cleverness is not total. He builds into the intricate structure of his plot a piece a terrible stupidity: he fails to understand his wife.
The war between Othello and Iago is fundamentally a dispute between the goodness and evil of the world.

Friday, January 16, 2009

MCAS

Today's Agenda

Tonight's Homework

Write a rough draft of a five-paragraph MCAS long composition about a character who attempts to achieve a goal in a work of literature.

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Othello

Today's Agenda

The Trial of Iago

Tonight's Homework

One page response to the trial.

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Othello

Today's Agenda

Final Day of Trial Preparation

Lawyers

Prepare solid line of questioning.
Consider evidence.
Write opening/closing statements.

Witnesses

Continue to refine affadavit.
Write concrete responses to lawyers' questions.
Plan attire.

Tonight's Homework

Complete trial preparation.

Monday, January 5, 2009

Othello

Today's Agenda

Round robin presentations of director's promptbook project.

Video of handkerchief scene in Othello.

Brainstorm on board: Whose fault it it that Desdemona is killed?

On tap for this week...

"Morality Play" article - read and discuss

Key word activity (courtesy of Mr. Esner)

Close reading of Othello's final soliloquies

Outline for in-class essay and test review

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Othello 4.3 and 5.1

Today's Agenda

Turn and Talk: Share your homework (found poem) with a partner. Then turn and share with the rest of the class.

Literary Terms: Define foreshadowing and tone.

4.3 Discussion: Listen to the "Willow" scene on the Othello CD. Discuss how the melancholy tone of the song sets a tone for the scene; as well, discuss how the unfortunate end of the "Willow" song singer foreshadows the unfortunate end of Desdemona.

5.1 Read Around: In a large circle, read through 5.1. Figure out stage direction. Stand it up.

Tonight's Homework

Read 5.2 at www.nofearshakespeare.com.

Write a journal on your reaction to the end of the play.

Be prepared for a quick quiz tomorrow.

On tap for the next few days...a staging of 5.2, reading an article about morality from the Boston Globe ("Morality Play"), and watching the final scenes in the film version.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Othello 3.4-4.2

Today's Agenda

Stand it up! Stand up the final scene from 3.3, prepared last week. Then, present the scenes from 3.4 prepared yesterday.

Small Groups: Discussion Questions 3.4-4.2

Daily Paraphrase 4.2

Introduce Director's Promptbook Assignment

Tonight's Homework

Read 4.3 and 5.1 at www.nofearshakespeare.com.

Write a found poem starting with one of the lines from these scenes.

Monday, December 15, 2008

Othello 3.4

Today's Agenda

Opening Discussion: How would you feel if you gave your boyfriend/girlfriend a gift and he/she lost it? (Share and submit homework.)

Do now! Daily Paraphrase 3.4

Acting Companies: Split into 3 acting companies to stage the events of 3.4. Prepare for tomorrow's presentation of these scenes.

Tonight's Homework

Read 4.1 and 4.2 at www.nofearshakespeare.com.

Write a brief summary of the events of each scene.

On tap for tomorrow...

Introduce Director's Promptbook assignments

On tap for next week...

Monday, 12/22 In-class essay

Tuesday, 12/23 Director's Promptbook presentations

Friday, December 12, 2008

Othello, Review of Acts 1 & 2

Today's Agenda

Do Now! Turn and talk with a friend to share your homework (news article headlines to review the events of the play so far). Submit homework. (5 minutes)

Film Watch Acts 1 & 2 on the Othello film (46 minutes)

Wrap up! Discuss student responses to guided viewing questions. (5 minutes)

Tonight's Homework

Read Othello 3.4 at www.nofearshakespeare.com.

Write a journal entry about how you would feel and what you would do if your boyfriend/girlfriend lost an important/expensive gift that you had given him/her.

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Othello 3.3

Today's Agenda

Do now! Meet with your partner for 5-10 minutes. Share your homework and discuss how you will stand up your scene. Practice reading your lines aloud and moving about the stage in an appropriate manner.

Perform Othello 3.3 in round robin format. The scene will be divided as outlined here.

Don't forget to submit your homework from Tuesday and Wednesday night!

Tonight's Homework

Othello news headline assignment

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Othello 2.3 and 3.1

Today's Agenda (Half-Day)

Student performances of Othello 2.3

Six acting companies (5 minutes each)
Tell the class a brief synopsis of the scene, introducing what they will be seeing.
Act out your assigned scene for the class.
Briefly discuss the deliberate decisions you made for your stage direction.

Read excerpts from and discuss 3.1

Discuss how it is the only scene in the play that includes even trace amounts of humor, and that it is Shakespeare's darkest play, as even all the other tragedies have at least some form of comic relief.

Assign roles for 3.3.

Tonight's Homework

Read 3.2 and 3.3 at www.nofearshakespeare.com.

Plan out your character's stage direction for your assigned portion of 3.3.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Othello 2.3

Today's Agenda

Do now! Quiz on Acts 1 and 2 of Othello

When you are finished with your quiz, copy the notes on the board (re: blocking and stage direction) if you did not do so during yesterday's class.

Continue "Knavery's Plain Face" Lesson

Explain briefly the process of writing stage direction.
Divide into six separate acting companies.
Block and write stage direction for your assigned section of 2.3
Be prepared to perform it tomorrow.

Tonight's Homework

Finish writing stage direction for your character in 2.3

Tomorrow, we will perform 2.3 in round robin format in front of the class. On Thursday, we'll do the same with 3.3. On Friday, we'll watch Acts 1-3 on the movie and answer some review questions (start in class; finish for homework).

Monday, December 8, 2008

Othello 2.1-2.3

Today's Agenda

Discuss and submit homework (writing about character's objectives).

"Knavery's plain face is never seen till used"lesson

Download the in-class handout, Looking at Iago's Second Soliloquy, by clicking here.

Tonight's Homework

Wrap up writing your stage direction for your group's presentation of 2.3 tomorrow. In addition, read 3.1 at www.nofearshakespeare.com. Don't be surprised if we have a pop quiz tomorrow!

Friday, December 5, 2008

Today's Agenda

Canterbury Tales Project Presentations

PSAT Review (section 5 of 2008 PSAT)

Tonight's Homework

See below.

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Othello 2.1

Today's Agenda

Review Iago in Act 1 handout from yesterday

"The riches of the ship is come on shore"

Tonight's Homework

Due Monday, December 8: Pick any short scene in the play so far and imagine you are playing one of the roles. Figure out your character's objective for that scene, and for the play as a whole. Note the scene, write down the objective(s), and tell what the character says that tips off the objective. In addition, read Othello 2.2 and 2.3 at www.nofearshakespeare.com.

Be prepared to present Canterbury Tales projects tomorrow!

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Othello 1.3

Today's Agenda

Review summary of 1.3 from last night's homework

Have a student record ideas from the class on the board.

Stand it up!

pp. 11-14
pp. 17-18
pp. 18-20

Have students complete Looking at Iago handout with a partner or partners.

Tonight's Homework

Read Othello 2.1 at www.nofearshakespeare.com.

Write a one-paragraph summary of the scene.

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Othello 1.1 and 1.2

Today's Agenda

Review summaries of Act 1, Scene 1 from last night's homework

Review Dramatis Personae
What are the major events that take place during this scene?
How is each character feeling during this scene?
Why is each character feeling this way?

Stand it up!

Read through Act 1, Scene 1
Discuss
Briefly introduce Act 1, Scene 2
Read thought Act 1, Scene 2

Review Introductory Notes on Othello

Tonight's Homework

Read Act 1, Scene 3 at www.nofearshakespeare.com

Write a one-paragraph summary of this scene.

Monday, December 1, 2008

Othello Introduction

Today's Agenda

Reputation Activity

Dramatis Personae

A little background on Othello

Begin Reading Act 1

Tonight's Homework

Read Act 1, Scene 1 of Othello at No Fear Shakespeare

Write a brief summary of the events in this scene.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Today's Agenda

Metacognitive on Canterbury Tales Project

Write a one-page process piece that analyzes the process of writing your story for the story-telling contest.

Story-telling Contest Presentations

If students elect to, they may present their stories for the story-telling contest.

Student Survey

Complete student survey on class activities.

Tonight's Homework

Finish Canterbury Tales Project.

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Today's Agenda

Optional Reading: Stephen King On Writing

Revise Story-Telling Contest Story

Work on Canterbury Tales Projects

Tonight's Homework

Final draft of story-telling contest story

Monday, November 24, 2008

Today's Agenda

Laptops in the Classroom

Work on Canterbury Tales projects

Friday, November 21, 2008

Today's Agenda

Laptops in the Classroom

Work on Canterbury Tales projects

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Today's Agenda

Laptops in the Classroom

Work on Canterbury Tales projects

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Today's Agenda

In small groups, work on the following tasks:

Story-telling contest
Canterbury Tales final movie project

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Today's Agenda

In small groups, work on writing a conclusion to the Cook's Tale that is fitting for the character and is written in his style.

In small groups, review your story that you are writing for the story-telling contest. Ask your partners...

Does my story relfect my narrator?
How does it serve as indirect characterization for my narrator?
What can I do to make my story more entertaining?
How can I improve the pace?
How can I provide more sensory details?

Tonight's Homework

Continue work on draft of story for story-telling contest project.

Monday, November 17, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, The Cook's Tale

Today's Agenda

Return corrected homeworks/essays/tests.

Distribute Quarter 1 grade reports.

Warm-up: Students silently read The Cook's Tale and complete MCAS questions.

Review tale and questions.

Small groups: Students write their own conclusion to the Cook's Tale, to be submitted at the end of class. To see an example, click here.

Touch base on ongoing story-telling contest assignment.

Tonight's Homework

Continue work on draft of story-telling contest story.

Friday, November 14, 2008

The Canterbury Tales

Today's Agenda

In-class Essay

Tonight's Homework

Rough draft of original story for story-telling contest.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

The Canterbury Tales

Today's Agenda

View/Listen to Pardoner's Tale Rap

Discussion: How well does the rap tell the tale? What details stand out to you in the rap that may or may not have stood out to you during the story?

Outline Tomorrow's In-class Essay

How do the tales reflect the teller?

Our Own General Prologue

Read aloud to introduce story-telling contest.

Turn-and-Talk with a Partner

Outline your essay for tomorrow OR
Brainstorm ideas for your story for the story-telling contest

Tonight's Homework

Outline your essay for tomorrow.

Rough draft of story for story-telling contest for Monday

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, The Pardoner's Tale

Please submit 5-paragraph essay on The Reeve's Tale. Thank you!

Reread the description of the Pardoner from the General Prologue

Based on this description, what type of tale do you think the Pardoner will tell? Why?

Read excerpt from the Pardoner's Prologue

Does this change your view on the type of tale you think the Pardoner will tell? Why?

Act out The Pardoner's Tale

Tonight's Homework

Response Paper

How does the tale reflect the teller?
Why do you think this tale would have gotten the pilgrims to confess their sins?
Do you give the Pardoner credit for being a good story-teller, despite the fact that he is a con man?

Monday, November 10, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, Chaucer's Sources

Today's Agenda

Please submit 20-line character description

Review Reeve's Tale Questions

The Source of "The Reeve's Tale"

Read the source in small groups
- You'll need your copy of "The Reeve's Tale" and "The Milller and the Two Clerks"
Identify Chaucer's improvements in small groups
Brainstorm improvements with class
Review outline for 5-paragraph essay with class

Tonight's Homework (due Wednesday)

"The Miller and the Two Clerks" Response Paper

Write a five-paragraph essay in which you describe the alterations Chaucer made to his source for "The Reeve's Tale," "The Miller and the Two Clerks."

Paragraph 1: Introduction
- dynamic hook and clear thesis statement, both written in the active voice and drawing from the language of the prompt; preview 3 changes that Chaucer made that you will discuss in your essay
Paragraph 2: Main Body Paragraph A
- discuss, using particular examples and direct quotation, one of the changes Chaucer made to improve his source
- example: the source is told by an anonymous narrator with no backstory; Chaucer's version is told by a grumpy reeve, looking for revenge against a drunk miller
Paragraph 3: Main Body Paragraph B
- discuss, using particular examples and direct quotation, another one of the changes Chaucer made to improve his source
Paragraph 4: Main Body Paragraph C
- discuss, using particular examples and direct quotation, a final change Chaucer made to improve his source
Paragraph 5: Conclusion
- restate thesis statement; include no new material; dynamic final sentence that provides closure; did you prove your point?

You should use your copy of "The Reeve's Tale" and your notes on "The Reeve's Tale" to complete this assignment.

Friday, November 7, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, MCAS Prep

Today's Agenda

Review Quick Tips for MCAS Open Responses

Write a solid paragraph (not just 2 or 3 sentences)
Restate the question in your hook/thesis
Use particular evidence
Use a direct quote
Step outside your comfort zone - use power vocabulary (at least 3 words that challenge)
- Take a look at some of your words-of-the-day in the vocabulary section of your notebook for starters

Complete Canterbury Tales MCAS Packet

short answers worth 1 point
open responses worth 4 points
will constitute one quiz grade

Tonight's Homework (due Monday)

Complete The Reeve's Tale analysis questions

Complete final draft of 20-line character description

Thursday, November 6, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, The Reeve's Tale

Today's Agenda

Please submit Miller's Tale response papers and Miller's Tale predictions.

Read and discuss The Reeve's Prologue

Read The Reeve's Tale aloud with students

Students begin The Reeve's Tale analysis questions

Tonight's Homework (due Monday)

Complete The Reeve's Tale analysis questions

Complete final draft of 20-line character description

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, The Miller's Tale

Today's Agenda

Read The Miller's Tale aloud with students

Use PowerPoint presentation as a visual aid while reading

Tonight's Homework

Response paper for the Miller's Tale

Paragraph 1: How did the Miller's Tale compare to your own version of the tale/your expectations?

Paragraph 2: How does this tale reflect its teller/narrator?

Paragraph 3: Did you find the tale funny? Why? What elements of humor are present in this tale?

Tomorrow, I will collect (1) your own version of the Miller's Tale (Monday's homework) and (2) your response paper for the Miller's Tale (Wednesday's homework)

The reason for this is that you may want to use your own version to guide your response.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

No school - Election Day

Monday, November 3, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, The Miller's Tale

Today's Agenda:

Your Own General Prologue (15 minutes)

Warm-up: Take out your 10-line description of a modern archetype/stereotype that you wrote the other night for homework. Review what you have written, and add some details based on the types of details Chaucer includes in his descriptions.

Turn-and-Talk: Share your description with a partner nearby. Ask your partner what you can add to your poem to improve it. Consider how you can improve upon your rhyme scheme as well.

The Miller's Prologue and Tale (30 minutes)

The Description of the Miller from the General Prologue: Reread (as a class, individually, or in small groups) the description of the Miller from the General Prologue. Based on the description offered by Chaucer, what kind of tale do you think the Miller will tell? What reason(s) do you have to say this? Considering that I told you the Miller is a rival of the Reeve, do you think this will impact their tales at all? How so?

The Miller's Prologue: Read the Miller's Prologue. Complete and discuss the discussion questions. Does this confirm what you think this story will be about?

Introduce and Begin Tonight's Homework

Tonight's Homework

The Miller's Tale stars the following characters:

John, a carpenter who is oblivious to his wife's cheating way.
Alison, his cheating wife.
Nicholas, their tenant, a college student and smooth "player."
Abosolon, a goofy, nerdy neighbor who is in love with Alison.

Based on what you know about the Miller, as revealed in the General Prologue and his own prologue, write your own version of his tale, starring these characters. (Be sure to keep it appropriate for class!) Tomorrow we'll read this tale, and we'll see how close your predictions come.

Friday, October 31, 2008

Quarterly Exam

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Quarterly Exam Review

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, General Prologue

Today's Agenda

The General Prologue

Read aloud and discuss the following characters:

Franklin, Guildsmen, Cook
Shipman, Physician
Wife of Bath
Parson, Plowman
Miller, Manciple, Reeve
Summoner, Pardoner

Read and discuss the rules of the story-telling game.

Reference back to the General Prologue rap.

Your Own Character Description

Turn and talk with a partner about your homework from last night (writing a ten-line rough description of your modern archetype/stereotype).

Work with your partner to refine your draft, using Chaucer as a model.

Tonight's Homework

Finalize your 20-line description of your character.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, General Prologue

Today's Agenda

Turn and Talk (10 minutes)

Share your homework with a partner
("Where would you like to go on a pilgrimmage and why?")
Discuss responses with class

How Books Were Read (5 minutes)

Read aloud and discuss how books were read in Chaucer's time.

The General Prologue (30 minutes)

Read aloud and discuss the following characters:
- Knight, Squire, Yeoman
- Prioress, Monk, Friar
- Merchant, Clerk, Man of Law

Small Groups (10 minutes)

Return to your brainstorming from yesteraday's class.
(Archetypes/Stereotypes in the Modern American High School)
Decide on an archetype/stereotype with which you'd like to work.
Begin brainstorming what details of this character that you would like to include in your description.
- What does your character look like?
- What is your character wearing?
- What does your character carry?
- What does your character do for a job?
- Is your character good at his/her job?
- Is your character all he/she appear to be?
- Is your character religious?
- Is your character honest?
- Where is your character from?

Tonight's Homework

Write a rough draft of a description of your character (modern archetype/stereotype) in verse.

Monday, October 27, 2008

The Canterbury Tales, General Prologue

Today's Agenda

Listen to Baba Brinkman's General Prologue Rap

Discuss Brinkman's General Prologue

What time of year is it?
How are the rappers going to pass the time on their journey?
Why can the narrator accept neither praise nor blame for the tales told here?
How would you describe the role of the host?
What will be the prize for the best story-teller?
How would you describe the knight?
If you had to predict, what would you say the knight's story might be about?

The General Prologue

Together with the class, read the General Prologue through the description of the knight.

Basics of The Canterbury Tales

Frame story: A narrative technique in which a main story is composed, at least in part, for the purpose of organizing a set of shorter stories, each of which is a story within a story.
- Many sitcoms employ frame stories. Can you think of episodes of Friends, The Simpsons, or Family Guy that act as frame stories?
Pilgrimmage: A long journey to an important destination, usually of religious significance. Modern Muslims may take a pilgrimmage to Mecca; modern Jews may take a pilgrimmage to Israel.
- Chaucer's characters are Christian, and are traveling to Canterbury to see the burial site of a saint, a common practice in the 1300s.
Archetype: A prototype that represents the typical and essential elements shared by all varieties of that class.
- Chaucer employs archetypes that are recognizable throughout cultures, like the warrior hero and the untrustworthy swindler.
Stereotype: A generalization about a person or group based on appearance, ethnicity, age, gender, etc.
- Chaucer employs many of the stereotypes of his day. Can you think of some of the stereotypes of our day?

Modern Stereotypes/Archetypes

In small groups, brainstorm as many modern stereotypes/archetypes/personas that we have in, as Dr. Krueger would say, "the modern American high school."
- the football quarterback
- the dumb blonde cheerleader
- the captain of the math team

Tonight's Homework

Write one page about a modern location you would like to take a pilgrimmage to at some point in your life.

Read the handout about how stories were told in Chaucer's time.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

College Pride Day!

Today's Agenda

University of Massachusetts Presentation

Q & A with Mr. Ambrose re: college life

Explore colleges that will be at tonight's college fair, using resources such as www.collegeboard.com and www.petersons.com.

Complete my plan for the college fair worksheet on your laptop computer. Before you leave, print out your copy on the laptop cart printer and bring it with you tonight!

At some point during class today, be sure to register for the SAT Question of the Day at www.collegeboard.com.

Tonight's Homework

Go to the college fair. It starts at 6:30. Gather as much information as you can. Get excited! This is your future.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Beowulf Final Test

Answer all 30 multiple choice questions in the objective section.
Choose 2 of the 4 short answer questions in the subjective section.

Tonight's Homework

Write 3 questions that you have about college so we can discuss them during our Q&A session for tomorrow's College Pride Day.

Due Monday, 10/27: Final Beowulf Project

Starting 10/27: The Canterbury Tales

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Today's Agenda

Work on Beowulf Projects

Kennings Contest

Beowulf Test Review

Tonight's Homework

Study for Beowulf Test (Wednesday, October 22)

Brainstorm questions for college day (Thursday, Oct. 23)

Work on Beowulf Project (due Monday, October 27)

Monday, October 20, 2008

Today's Agenda

Guided viewing of Beowulf's final battle with the fire dragon from the animated Beowulf movie

Chapters 13 and 14 (approx. 15 min.)
Journal and/or discussion:
Do you feel the changes to the story are an improvement to the original tale? Why or why not?

Review and discuss Defining Elements of the Epic

As a class - or in small groups - answer the following questions:

Which elements are present in Beowulf?
How do these elements manifest themselves?
Which elements are conspiculously absent?
Is Beowulf lacking because it lacks these elements?

Review Beowulf Project Assignments

Students will work in small groups to brainstorm for projects, if time allows.

Tonight's Homework

Work on Beowulf Project Assignment.

Begin preparation for Beowulf test (Wednesday, October 22, 2008).

Begin brainstorming questions about college for College Pride Day (Thursday, October 23, 2008).

Friday, October 17, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Mr. Ambrose's PSAT Tips

Don't forget to bring the following:
- pencils
- calculator
- ID
- watch
- snack
Maintain your regular schedule as much as possible.
- If you wake up at 6:00 AM and get to school at 7:25, do that.
Eat a good breakfast.
- Do you want to be that kid whose stomach is growling?
Dress in layers, as the room could be very hot, or very cold.
If you have no idea, LEAVE IT BLANK.
If you can eliminate two or more options, GUESS.
Look for context clues; they are ALWAYS there.
use reading comp questions as a way to guide your reading.
Remember subject-verb agreement, verb tenses, pronoun rules, neither/nor rules, etc.
Don't get frustrated!
- Like a quarterback or a waiter, have a short memory.
Go to sleep early!
- It doesn't mean you are lame.
- Being a trombone-playing Star Trek fanatic might make you lame, however.

PSAT Practice Test (2008) Section 3 (Reading Comp.)

Complete in 25-minute structured period
Review answers

PSAT Practice Test (2008) Section 5 (Writing)

Complete questions 21-34 as a class

Tonight's Homework

Get a good night's rest for the PSAT tomorrow!

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Today's Agenda

Guided viewing of Beowulf and Grendel film

Download guided viewing questions here.

Final personal conferences with Mr. Ambrose regarding Beowulf monomyth essay

Tonight's Homework

Final draft of Beowulf essay due tomorrow

PSAT practice packet

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Word of the Day:

bumptious: (adj.) noisily self-assertive

Kiss 108's morning DJ Matty in the Morning is rather bumptious, as he continuously reminds listeners who he is - oftentimes referring to himself in the third person.

Today's Agenda

Guided viewing of Beowulf and Grendel film

Download guided viewing questions here.

Personal conferences with Mr. Ambrose regarding Beowulf monomyth essay

Tonight's Homework

Work on final draft of Beowulf essay. (due Friday)

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Today's Agenda

At the beginning of class, take a moment to identify your thesis statement in the rough draft of your Beowulf essay. Then exchange your rough draft with your partner.

Beowulf Essays: Peer Edit Thesis Statements

Does it say something interesting?
Does it say something original?
Is it a statement of opinion, not fact?
Is there sufficient textual evidence to mount an argument for it?
Can you mount an argument against it?
Is it written in the active voice?
Does it include the name of the work and the author?
Can it be supported by three tiers of evidence?
If you answer "no" to any of these questions, help your partner back at the drawing board.

Working with your partner, use your graphic organizer to plan how you will discuss the element of the heroic monomyth in the main body paragraphs of your essay.

Remember that implicit in the question is that you must define the monomyth.

Review Beowulf project assignments.

In small groups, begin brainstorming on Beowulf projects.

Tonight's Homework

Complete your five-paragraph essay on the heroic monomyth.

Stuck? Try these hints.

Check out this sample monomyth essay, courtesy of Ivana Garcia, class of 2011!

Thursday, October 9, 2008

Today's Agenda

Read "Beowulf's Battle with the Fire Dragon" (prose translation)

Discuss and illustrate how this final battle follows the cycle of the Heroic Monomyth
Role of dragons in mythology (treasure-hoarders)
Significance of Wiglaf's character
Significance of passing on chain mail armor
Beowulf's funeral pyre

Is Beowulf really a wolf?

Beowulf was probably a composite of several warriors from this time period.
Beow was the name of a pagan god, widely worshipped around the time that "Beowulf" began as an oral tradition.
- This may suggest he is a "god-like warrior."
"Beo" means "bee," and "wulf" means "foe."
- Therefore, the name could suggest the warrior is like "the foe of the bee," or the bear.

Independently or with a partner, formalize your sketch of the path of a hero (from a movie, television program, or work of literature) on a piece of big newsprint paper.

Be sure to include most, if not all of the 13 elements of the monomyth.

Introduce "Beowulf" five-paragraph essay assignment.

Tonight's Homework

Work on "Beowulf" five-paragraph essay assignment.

Thesis and outline due tomorrow.

Final draft due Tuesday, October 14.

Joseph Campbell referred to "Beowulf" as the "monomyth." He asserted that this mold of hero and the cyclical nature of his journey are recognizable in the mythologies of all cultures.

Write about a movie, television program, or work of literature which employs the elements of the "monomyth." Discuss how the plot of this movie, television program, or work of literature is cast in the same mold of the cyclical journey of "Beowulf."

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Today's Agenda

Discuss "The Battle with Grendel's Mother"

Which archetype is best represented by Grendel's mother?
How does the battle with Grendel's mother fit into the cyclical nature of the hero's journey?

Watch The Heroic Monomyth (3 minutes)

Discuss and record the elements of the monomyth.
Together on the board, illustrate the monomyth in the context of the cyclical Path of the Hero.

Watch The Matrix and The Monomyth (4 minutes)

Discuss how The Matrix movies are a reflection of the original heroic monomyth, Beowulf.

Independently or with a partner, plot the path of the hero from your favorite movie, television program, or work of literature.

Tonight's Homework

Read "Beowulf's Battle with the Fire Dragon."

Write one-page about how this scene illustrates the notion that a hero's journey comes full circle.

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Word of the Day:

Today's Agenda

Review and discuss villainous archetypes.

16 types of villains
As a class, identify one example of each archetype.
In small groups, brainstorm additional examples from movies, television, and literature.

Plot the Path of the Hero

As a class, plot the path of Beowulf's heroic journey thus far.

Tonight's Homework

Read "Beowulf's Battle with Grendel's Mother."

Write one-page about how this passage (1) utilizes villainous archetypes and (2) continues the cycle of the heroic monomyth.

Monday, October 6, 2008

Word of the Day:

asperse: 1. to sprinkle, especially with holy water, 2. to attack with evil reports or false or injurious charges

"For those in my opponent's camp who dare to asperse me," said the candidate, "I think my record speaks for itself."

Today's Agenda

Share our own versions of "Unferth's Taunt"

The Hero's Journey

Read and discuss "The Battle with Grendel"

Working with a partner, answer "Beowulf" Reading Check questions 1-8 on Page 29 of the textbook

Tonight's Homework

Read about the 16 types of villains.

(If the link above doesn't work, try this one.)

Write one page about which category you feel Grendel fits into best. Why do you believe he belongs in this category?

Friday, October 3, 2008

Word of the Day:

cognoscible: (adj.) capable of being heard or known

("cognoscere" = "to know")

Thursday, October 2, 2008

Today's Agenda

Share last night's homework

vivid depictions of Grendel and Beowulf

Discuss last night's reading

the origin of Grendel
the presence of Christianity in the text
the divine right of kings
the epic hero

Modern-day Taunts

Read and discuss "Unferth's Taunt"

Tonight's Homework

Due: Monday October 6, 2008

Write your own modern version of Unferth's Taunt.

You may write it as a blog, a dialogue, a rap, or another performance-based medium. Be creative, and have fun!

Check out a great example of this assignment, courtesy of Adam Zec class of 2011, by clicking here!

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

frugal: (adj.) 1. characterized by or reflecting economy in the use of resources

The Frugal Gourmet teaches us to cook great-tasting meals on a tight budget.

Today's Agenda

Share Homework regarding Heroic Archetypes

The Mead Hall

Play chapter 20 of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers on DVD.
Discuss the role of the mead hall in village life.
Check out this academic article which describes many of the things we discussed in class, including the similarities between the mead halls of "Beowulf" and The Lord of the Rings.

Journal: The Importance of Home

Following the events of September 11, 2001, many New Yorkers may have felt pressure to leave the city for a less volatile environment. By and large, many chose to remain.
As Hurricane Katrina approached, many residents of New Orleans chose to remain in their homes, despite knowing that there was an inherent risk involved.
Why are our homes so important to us?
Why is it important that we feel safe in our homes?
What should we do when we don't feel safe in our homes?

Read "Beowulf" chapter 1 - "The Coming of Grendel"

Tonight's Homework

Read "Beowulf" chapter 2 - "The Coming of Beowulf"

Illustrate one scene from the reading, or vividly retell the scene in your own words.

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Today's Agenda

Share and discuss the stories of our personal heroes

The Eight Hero Archetypes

In small groups, brainstorm examples of each archetype

Tonight's Homework

Select a television program, movie, or book which employs some of the eight hero archetypes.

Write one page about the heroes in the program. Identify which archetypes they represent and explain why they fit into these categories.

Monday, September 29, 2008

Word of the Day:

emissary: (noun) 1. one designated as the agent of another, 2. representative, 3. secret agent

Because I am a big nerd, I remember the meaning of this word because "The Emissary" is one of my all-time favorite Star Trek episodes. In it, an alien named K'Ehleyr boards the Starship Enterprise to ACT AS A REPRESENTATIVE for the Klingon race.

This is not to say we all need to be Trekkies, but consider this: many vocabulary words are all around us. In songs, movies, TV shows, we will hear SAT vocabulary. Be attentive to vocabulary all around you, and you'll build your vocabulary without even realizing it!

(Need some examples? How about the song "Vindicated" by Dashboard Confessional? Or the TV show Felicity? Or the movie Serendipity? Vindicated, felicity, and serendipity have all appeared on the SAT in recent years. Look them up!)

Today's Agenda

Question of the Day: What is a hero?

Read and discuss "Four of a Kind," by Rick Reilly

Sports Illustrated, September 2001
"The huge rugby player, the former high school football star and the onetime college baseball player were in first class, the former national judo champ was in coach. On the morning of September 11, at 32,000 feet, those four men teamed up to sacrifice their lives for thos of perhaps thousands of others..."

Read and discuss an excerpt from Why Courage Matters, by Senator John McCain, with Mark Salter

"Special Forces master sergeant Roy Benavidez was the son of a Texas sharecropper. Orphaned at a young age, quiet and mistaken as slow, derided as a 'dumb Mexican' by hsi classmates, he left school in the eighth grade to work in the cotton fields..."

J.R.R Tolkien's Definition of a Hero

The Heroic Ideal
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
- View scene from film (disc 2, chapter 17)

How is your personal definition of a hero similar to that of Reilly, McCain, and Tolkien? How is it different? Is the definition of a hero timeless and universal?

Mr. Ambrose's Heroes

Tonight's Homework

Write a one-page description of your personal hero.

Be sure to include stories that demonstrate why this person is heroic. (Remember, not all heroes need to be big and strong like Beowulf.)

Please include a photograph of your hero with your essay.

Friday, September 26, 2008

Word of the Day:

yaw: (verb) 1. to turn suddenly from a straight course; swerve, veer 2. to alternate

Today's Agenda

Parts of Speech Quiz - Click here to download!

For extra credit on the quiz, you may use any of our words-of-the-day in a well-crafted sentence. You will earn one point on your quiz grade for every sentence you write (provided you use the word correctly, of course.)

Correct and Review Quizzes

Discuss 7 Habits reflection assignment

Tonight's Homework

Write a one-page (typed, double-spaced) reflection on how you can incorporate The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens into your daily life.

Tip for success on this assignment:

Instead of addressing the topic generally (i.e. "I'll try harder," "I'll put more time into my work," etc.), address the topic in a very concrete way. Consider particular areas in your life, and come up with a particular action plan to achieve success in those areas.

Thursday, September 25, 2008

Word of the Day:

conurbation: (noun) an aggregation or continuous network of urban communities.

Today's Agenda

Don't forget to submit your mid-chapter review grammar homework from the other night (in addition to the preposition exercises from last night)!

7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Journal: What do you do to "sharpen the saw"?
How do you make time for yourself each day?
What would you recommend to a friend who was unable to find time to "sharpen the saw"?

Grammar Rock!

Review preposition exercises from Grammar for Writing (last night's homework)
Conjunction lesson from Grammar for Writing
"Conjunction Junction" on DVD
- While you listen, underline all of the conjunctions you see in the lyrics.
Begin conjunction exercises.
Interjection lesson from Grammar for Writing
"Interjections" on DVD
- While you listen, underline all of the interjections you see in the lyrics.
Begin interjection exercises.

Tonight's Homework

Complete conjunction and interjection exercises in Grammar for Writing.

Study for tomorrow's grammar quiz on the parts of speech.

Hint: Use your homework assignments from this week as a study guide.

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Word of the Day:

solon: (noun) 1. a wise and skillful lawgiver; 2. a member of a legislative body.

The bill in question will likely look quite different by the time the solons in Congress are through with it.

Today's Agenda

The 7 Habits for Highly Effective Teens

Complete "It's All in Your Mind" activity (p. 187)
Tally your score, and determine whether you are a grape, an orange, a banana, or a melon. (pp. 188-189) This fruit really represents your learning style.
Divide into groups by fruit (learning style). Together, brainstorm ideas for class activities and assignments that would be best suited to your group's learning style.
Submit a record of these ideas. They will be posted on my website so we can vote on them.

Grammar Rock!

Prepositions are where you can be in regards to a chair. You can be...
- over!
- under!
- behind!
- in!
- on!
- in front of!
- next to!
- with!

"Busy Prepositions"

Grammar for Writing, Prepositions (p. 93)

Begin Prepositions exercises (pp. 93-94)

Tonight's Homework

Read Habit 7 in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.

Complete preposition exercises in Grammar for Writing (pp. 93-94).

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Word of the Day:

contumacious: stubbornly disobedient; rebellious

The teacher warned Leonard that he would be sent to the principal's office if he persisted with his contumacious behavior.

Today's Agenda

Grammar
Verbs Lesson from Grammar for Writing (p. 83)
Review Verb exercises (p. 84)
"Verb: That's what's a'Happenin'!"
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
Divide into five groups, representing the five poor listening styles:
Spacing out
Pretend listening
Selective listening
Word listening
Self-centered listening

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

In your group, brainstorm times when you have used one of these poor listening styles. List your reflections on a large sheet of paper.

Next, reflect on times when you replied to someone in one of the following ways:

Judging
Advising
Probing

Brainstorm ways that you could have reacted in a better way.

Report your discussion to the large group.

Monday, September 22, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review Relationship Bank Account Notes from Thursday's Big Paper Activity

Share and discuss homework (reflections on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life)

Discuss Habit 4: "Think Win-Win"

What are some ways that we can worry less about comparisons, and focus more on collaborative success?

Grammar

Nouns
- person, place, thing (concrete)
  - something you can see, touch, smell, etc.
- idea (abstract)
  - something that exists only in your mind
- proper noun
  - name of a particular noun (i.e. Joe, Medford, Red Sox)
- collective noun
  - name of a group (i.e. team, herd)
- compound noun
  - Native American, United States of America

Review Noun and Pronoun Exercises (pp. 80 & 82)

Tonight's Homework

Read Habit 5 in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Read about verbs in Grammar for Writing and complete exercises 6, 7, and 8 (pp. 83-84)

Friday, September 19, 2008

Thursday, September 18, 2008

Today's Agenda

7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

Journal
- What is your notion of a "relationship bank account"?
- Do you think it is an appropriate analogy for relating to others?
- Also, did you block out time in your agenda book to attain your "big rocks," your mini-goals for the week?

Big Paper

On large pieces of paper posted around the room, students will list their ideas for accomplishing the "baby steps" listed on page 144.
- Keep promises.
- Do small acts of kindness.
- Be loyal.
- Listen.
- Say you're sorry.
- Set clear expectations.

Share ideas with the group.

Begin reading "Habit 4: Think Win-Win" in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.

Grammar Rock!

"A Noun is a Person, Place, or Thing"
- Underline the nouns while we listen.
"Rufus Xavier Sarsaparilla"
- Underline the pronouns while we listen.

Grammar for Writing

Nouns (pp. 79-80)
Pronouns (pp. 81-82)

Tonight's Homework

Due Monday, September 22, 2008

Complete noun and pronoun exercises in Grammar for Writing (pp. 79-82).

Read Habit 4 (pp. 146-162) in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.

Write a one-page reflection on where you struggle most with comparisons in your life.

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Today's Agenda

Journal: Which of the four quadrants do you spend most of your time in? Provide some examples of living in this quadrant. Why do you think you spend so much time there? How can you change your life so that you spend more time in quadrant two?

The Procrastinator
The Prioritizer
The Yes-Man
The Slacker

Read and discuss "The Value of One Year" poem

Complete Big Rock Chart. Discuss how we can block out time in our upcoming weekly schedule to accomplish each of these goals.

Review grammar homework

Adjectives, p. 88, exercises 9 and 10
Adverbs, p. 90, exercises 11 and 12

Tonight's Homework

Read "The Relationship Bank Account" (pp. 131-144) from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.

Write one idea for how you can do the following this week:

Keep promises.
Do small acts of kindness.
Be loyal.
Listen.
Say you're sorry.
Set clear expectations.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

No School Today!

Teacher Professionional Development Day

Don't watch too many episodes of Jerry Springer!

Monday, September 15, 2008

voracity (noun): the quality or state of being of being ravenous or insatiable

Today's Agenda

Pair-and-Share: 7 Habits

Responses to "The Great Discovery"
Personal Mission Statements
Thoughts on Habit 2

Begin Reading Habit 3

Grammar Rock! Review

"Unpack Your Adjectives"
"Lolly Lolly Lolly Get Your Adverbs Here"

Grammar For Writing

Complete pp. 87-90

Tonight's Homework

Due Wednesday, September 17, 2008

No school Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Finish grammar exercises (pp. 87-90)

Finish reading Habit 3

Friday, September 12, 2008

chthonic (adj.): of or relating to the underworld

Today's Agenda

MCAS vs. PSAT

PSAT Practice Test 1, Section 1

Review PSAT Anwers

Tonight's Homework

Read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens ("Habit 2: begin with the End in Mind").

Complete "The Great Discovery" handout.

Write your own personal mission statement. For some cool examples, click here.

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Word of the Day:

simpatico (adj.): agreeable

It means the same as it does in Spanish, and is derived from the Latin word for sympathetic.

Today's Agenda

Grammar Rock!

Review functions of adjectives and adverbs.
Review last night's homework. (Have students post their sentences on the board and underline adjectives once and adverbs twice.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effectives Teens

Habit 1: Be Proactive
- Discuss last night's reading (pp. 48-70)
- What does it mean to be proactive?
- How can we be proactive right now?

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind

Begin reading "Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind" (p. 73)
Distribute "The Great Discovery" handout

Tonight's Homework

Due Monday, September 15, 2008

Read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens ("Habit 2: begin with the End in Mind").

Complete "The Great Discovery" handout.

Write your own personal mission statement. For some cool examples, click here.

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Today's Agenda

Word of the day: neologism (n.) 1. a new word, usage, or expression. "Chillaxing" is an example of a neologism, as it combines "chill" and "relax." "Blog" and "iPod" are two other examples.

Share last night's homework - your one page reflection on one of the "Baby Steps" that you tried from the "Paradigms and Principles" chapter of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.

Introduce Habit 1: Be Proactive.

School House Rock!

Tonight's Homework

Read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens ("Habit 1: Be Proactive," pp. 48-70).

As you read, copy any 10 sentences from the chapter. Underline adjectives once and advebs twice.

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Today's Agenda

Word of the day: quintessence (n.) 1. the essence of a thing in its purest and most concentrated form, 2. the most typical example or representative

Share last night's homework - your own personal version of "Theme for English B."

Begin reading The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens ("Get in the Habit," pp. 3-9).

Complete 7 Habits of Highly DEFECTIVE Teens handout and discuss responses with the class.

Tonight's Homework

Read the "Paradigms and Principles" chapter from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens (pp. 11-28). Do at least one of the "Baby Steps" listed at the end of the chapter, and write a one page reflection on your experience.

Monday, September 8, 2008

Today's Agenda

Word of the day: furtive (adj.) 1. done by stealth, 2. obtained underhandedly, stolen

Review The Essentials for a good year and beyond.

Read and discuss "Theme for English B" by Langston Hughes.

What elements of your identity would you choose to share in a poem like this? Begin working on your own poem.

Distribute copies of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.

Tonight's Homework

Write your own version of "Theme for English B."

To see a model of this assignment, check out Mr. Ambrose's version here.

Friday, September 5, 2008

Today's Agenda

Summer Reading Essay

This essay will be scored according to the MCAS long composition rubric, and will constitute one test grade.

Download Mr. Ambrose's tips for success on the essay.

Thursday, September 4, 2008

Today's Agenda

Students take turns going up to the blackboard and sharing their name histories, completed for homework last night.

After each student shares his/her name history, he/she has to answer one icebreaker question, selected at random from a hat. (He/she can pass once, but then must answer the next question.)

Tonight's Homework

Prepare for tomorrow's in-class summer reading essay. This assignment will constitute one test grade. It will be graded according to the MCAS long composition rubric.

Download Mr. Ambrose's tips for success on the essay.

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Today's Agenda

Review course syllabus.

Complete student survey.

Set personal goals for the upcoming school year.

Introduce name history assignment.

Tonight's Homework

Review the course syllabus with your family. Please have a parent or guardian complete the response form.

Write a one-page narrative on the history of your name. What does your name mean? Why was it chosen for you? Does it have any special historical significance for your family? If you could, would you change your name?

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