After you have read Chapters 10 through 21 in Freak the Mighty, respond to either questions 1 and 2 or questions 3 and 4 below. In addition to either question 1 or 2 you must also do question 5. If you wish to, you may answer all five questions. Remember to write in complete sentences and proofread your writing before you submit your comments to the blog. Be sure to use your first name only.
1. Describe Max and Kevin’s adventures/quests. Why do they enjoy them so much?
2. Describe a favorite adventure/quest of yours.
3. Friday the Thirteenth was quite a day for both Max and Kevin. Describe the day for each boy.
4. Describe a “Friday the 13th” (a really bad day) of yours that you feel comfortable sharing.
5. Chapter 15 describes the Christmas Eve celebration at Max’s house. If you had to give each character a present, what would you give to each of them? Include Max, Kevin, Gwen, Grim and Gram. Explain why you chose each gift.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 22, 2010
Chapters 1-9 Questions due Fri. Nov. 18 by 8:00 a.m.
After you have read Chapters 1-9 in Freak the Mighty, respond to the following questions below. Write in complete sentences that show thoughtful consideration of the book. Be sure to answer all three questions and all parts of the questions.
1. Describe Max in detail. What is he like? How do his grandparents treat him? How do kids at school treat him? How does living in “down under” impact Max’s personality?
2. Describe Kevin (Freak) in detail. What is he like? How does he view the world? How do you think his “disease” impacts his personality and changes his outlook on life?
3. How and why do you think Max and Kevin (Freak)become “Freak the Mighty”?
1. Describe Max in detail. What is he like? How do his grandparents treat him? How do kids at school treat him? How does living in “down under” impact Max’s personality?
2. Describe Kevin (Freak) in detail. What is he like? How does he view the world? How do you think his “disease” impacts his personality and changes his outlook on life?
3. How and why do you think Max and Kevin (Freak)become “Freak the Mighty”?
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Freak the Mighty Pre-reading Blog due Wednesday 11/16
Freak the Mighty is a novel about a unique, wonderful friendship. Before we begin reading the novel, please think about a person who you consider to be a good friend. Answer the following questions about this person. Do not include any names. Write your responses in a Word document, check it for spelling and grammar and then post it in the correct box on the blog. Please write in complete sentences, using correct English and grammar, not IM speak.
Answer the following questions:
1) What qualities do you like about your friend?
2) What interests do you share?
3) How are you and your friend alike?
4) How are you and your friend different?
5) What are the qualities you look for in a friend?
Answer the following questions:
1) What qualities do you like about your friend?
2) What interests do you share?
3) How are you and your friend alike?
4) How are you and your friend different?
5) What are the qualities you look for in a friend?
Introduction to Freak the Mighty
Welcome to the Freak the Mighty response to literature blog. In this post I will answer some questions that you may have about this type of discussion forum. If your question is not answered here please send me an email at mtorello@hcsd.k12.ca.us.
I invite my sixth grade Core students, their families, Crocker faculty, and other community members to join us in our second blogging discussion. This is an exciting opportunity to share the experience of reading a novel, responding to discussion questions, viewing the entries of other readers, and even commenting on others responses.
When do we begin reading and responding to Freak the Mighty?
During the week of November 14, 2011 students will participate in a pre-reading blog prior to starting the novel and will also begin to read and respond to discussion questions. The conclusion of the blog has yet to be determined. After we have finished reading the book and have completed the activities, it may be possible to access the blog, but some of the discussions may no longer be active.
Who is the administrator of the Crocker Freak the Mighty blog site?
I, Mary Torello, a sixth grade English teacher at Crocker Middle School, am the administrator of this blog discussion. Troy Hager, the Crocker technology teacher, is assisting with content and set up of the blog. Maureen Sullivan, the Hillsborough City School District technology coordinator, is also assisting with content and technology.
How will the students know what pages to read in Freak the Mighty?
There are two ways to find out the reading assigned for the day. First, students can check the blog to learn what pages to read and respond to the questions. Second, students can check my webpage and the weekly assignment sheet.
How will students access the blog?
Students will learn how to use the blog in English class. A blog can be posted from any computer with internet access. Students are able to use school computers in the classroom, lab, and library. They will typically have one day to read and respond to discussion questions.
What discussion questions will be included with the project?
Each day there will be different discussion questions posted on the blog. Students will add their responses to the questions through posting a comment on the blog entry. Readers will be able to read each others responses and can discuss the questions through the use of comments.
Is posting comments on the blog safe for students?
Anyone who has the web address to the blog can view it and its contents. Only English students, their families, and Crocker faculty have access to comment on this blog. Each student that posts must use their first name only. Students will learn how to sign in and post a comment during class. Any comment that contains a last name, inappropriate language, or a large number of errors will be removed from the blog.
Why read Freak the Mighty?
Freak the Mighty is an unusual, well-written young adult novel. Although likely to be classified as realistic fiction, it has many elements of fantasy and fairy tale: the handicapped hero who is bigger than life, exciting quests, events that have numerous levels of meaning, and magical moments. Philbrick’s novel of two handicapped and troubled young men, one smaller than a yardstick and the other outgrowing size thirteen shoes, is about the strength of friendship, family, intelligence, and life. The poignant story is told from the perspective of Max who learns to respect his own intelligence and endure his own frightening heritage. Philbrick’s novel, most appropriate for middle school readers, has won significant critical acclaim and is an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. It is an excellent book to teach and to discuss. Not only will adolescent readers devour it and rejoice in the victories of Max and Kevin, but teachers will love all its teachable themes.”
Written by Arthea J. S. Reed, Ph.D., Professor and Chairperson of Education, University of North Carolina at Asheville, Asheville, NC http://www.rodmanphilbrick.com/teaching.html
Why blog for school?
The blog is a collaborative tool for learning. Blogs provide a different forum for communicating ideas; they go one step outside the classroom discussion and beyond written responses on paper that only the teacher can access. “Through the unique process of blogging, students are able to read more critically, think about the reading more analytically, and write more clearly.” From Will Richardson, Blogs, Wikis, and Podcasts, 2006
If you have any questions about this blog that were not answered above or you would like to join us please send me an e-mail at mtorello@hcsd.k12.ca.us.
Ms. Torello
I invite my sixth grade Core students, their families, Crocker faculty, and other community members to join us in our second blogging discussion. This is an exciting opportunity to share the experience of reading a novel, responding to discussion questions, viewing the entries of other readers, and even commenting on others responses.
When do we begin reading and responding to Freak the Mighty?
During the week of November 14, 2011 students will participate in a pre-reading blog prior to starting the novel and will also begin to read and respond to discussion questions. The conclusion of the blog has yet to be determined. After we have finished reading the book and have completed the activities, it may be possible to access the blog, but some of the discussions may no longer be active.
Who is the administrator of the Crocker Freak the Mighty blog site?
I, Mary Torello, a sixth grade English teacher at Crocker Middle School, am the administrator of this blog discussion. Troy Hager, the Crocker technology teacher, is assisting with content and set up of the blog. Maureen Sullivan, the Hillsborough City School District technology coordinator, is also assisting with content and technology.
How will the students know what pages to read in Freak the Mighty?
There are two ways to find out the reading assigned for the day. First, students can check the blog to learn what pages to read and respond to the questions. Second, students can check my webpage and the weekly assignment sheet.
How will students access the blog?
Students will learn how to use the blog in English class. A blog can be posted from any computer with internet access. Students are able to use school computers in the classroom, lab, and library. They will typically have one day to read and respond to discussion questions.
What discussion questions will be included with the project?
Each day there will be different discussion questions posted on the blog. Students will add their responses to the questions through posting a comment on the blog entry. Readers will be able to read each others responses and can discuss the questions through the use of comments.
Is posting comments on the blog safe for students?
Anyone who has the web address to the blog can view it and its contents. Only English students, their families, and Crocker faculty have access to comment on this blog. Each student that posts must use their first name only. Students will learn how to sign in and post a comment during class. Any comment that contains a last name, inappropriate language, or a large number of errors will be removed from the blog.
Why read Freak the Mighty?
Freak the Mighty is an unusual, well-written young adult novel. Although likely to be classified as realistic fiction, it has many elements of fantasy and fairy tale: the handicapped hero who is bigger than life, exciting quests, events that have numerous levels of meaning, and magical moments. Philbrick’s novel of two handicapped and troubled young men, one smaller than a yardstick and the other outgrowing size thirteen shoes, is about the strength of friendship, family, intelligence, and life. The poignant story is told from the perspective of Max who learns to respect his own intelligence and endure his own frightening heritage. Philbrick’s novel, most appropriate for middle school readers, has won significant critical acclaim and is an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. It is an excellent book to teach and to discuss. Not only will adolescent readers devour it and rejoice in the victories of Max and Kevin, but teachers will love all its teachable themes.”
Written by Arthea J. S. Reed, Ph.D., Professor and Chairperson of Education, University of North Carolina at Asheville, Asheville, NC http://www.rodmanphilbrick.com/teaching.html
Why blog for school?
The blog is a collaborative tool for learning. Blogs provide a different forum for communicating ideas; they go one step outside the classroom discussion and beyond written responses on paper that only the teacher can access. “Through the unique process of blogging, students are able to read more critically, think about the reading more analytically, and write more clearly.” From Will Richardson, Blogs, Wikis, and Podcasts, 2006
If you have any questions about this blog that were not answered above or you would like to join us please send me an e-mail at mtorello@hcsd.k12.ca.us.
Ms. Torello
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