Esperanza lives in a neighborhood steeped in poverty: Mice inhabit the homes and children run around barefoot and unsupervised in yards covered mostly in dirt instead of grass and trees. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, she might be hard pressed to find much for which to be thankful.
Your job today is to help Esperanza view Mango Street with appreciative eyes. What does her neighborhood and life offer her for which she might be thankful? Respond to this post using what you remember from the book and what you can infer Esperanza might appreciate and celebrate on Thanksgiving Day.
Address your FIRST comment to Esperanza. Then constructively respond to at least two other classmates.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Friday, October 28th
When Esperanza goes to see Elenita the fortuneteller, she has a specific and very important question about her future. She doesn’t ask if she will be rich or marry a wealthy man, but instead asks about a house.
Imagine that you are going to visit a fortuneteller. If you could only ask one question, what specifically would you want to know? Explain why you chose this to be the most important question you need to have answered.
Post your comments. Then read your classmates responses and constructively respond to TWO postings. Don't forget to address each other by name.
Imagine that you are going to visit a fortuneteller. If you could only ask one question, what specifically would you want to know? Explain why you chose this to be the most important question you need to have answered.
Post your comments. Then read your classmates responses and constructively respond to TWO postings. Don't forget to address each other by name.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Thursday, October 6th
Look closely at these two definitions of the term identity:
Then, constructively respond to at least one other classmate's posting.
- The fact of being who or what a person or thing is
- Identity can be defined as the distinguishing personality or character of an individual.
Then, constructively respond to at least one other classmate's posting.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Tuesday, October 4th
Yesterday you discussed neighborhood. Today, think about the following statement: You can tell a lot about a person by the house in which he or she lives. Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not? Explain your response with one example from your life.
After responding to this question, read one other person's blog post and write a constructive response to it.
After responding to this question, read one other person's blog post and write a constructive response to it.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Monday, October 3rd- blog posting 3
Think about the following statement: You can tell a lot about a person by the neighborhood in which he or she lives. Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not? Explain your response with one example from your life.
After responding to this question, read at least one other classmate's blog post and write a constructive response to it.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Tuesday, September 27th - FOOD Traditions
We're going to continue our discussion of family traditions today. Yesterday, Kourtney said: "Family traditions are what your family does that is different from most families. The special things that bonds your families together." Using Kourtney's definition, let's discuss specific traditional food items that are unique to your family.
In your explanation, provide a brief description of the food item, when it's served, who generally makes it, etc. Then, respond to at least one other classmate's response. To receive full credit, your responses have to include the person you're referring to and some sort of CONSTRUCTIVE response.
In your explanation, provide a brief description of the food item, when it's served, who generally makes it, etc. Then, respond to at least one other classmate's response. To receive full credit, your responses have to include the person you're referring to and some sort of CONSTRUCTIVE response.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Monday, September 26th
Think about the following statement: Traditions are the glue that holds families and groups together. Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not? Explain your answer using specific examples that describe your own experiences.
Once you have submitted your response, read the comments of others and share your thoughts on their traditions. When you respond to a comment, type that person's name at the beginning of your reply.
Once you have submitted your response, read the comments of others and share your thoughts on their traditions. When you respond to a comment, type that person's name at the beginning of your reply.
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