Trailers for Chains

What do you think the book will be about?

Building Background Before Beginning Chains

A Few Videos on the Life of a Slave During the Colonial Period

Please review the following videos to learn more about slavery in Colonial America.

Understanding Slavery During the Colonial Period

In addition to our studies in class, you can learn more about slavery during the Colonial Period by visiting the following websites:

• http://www.history.org/history/teaching/attitude.cfm
• http://www.digitalhistory.uh.edu/disp_textbook.cfm?smtid=2&psid=450
• http://www.history.com/topics/black-history/slavery
• http://teachinghistory.org/history-content/ask-a-historian/25577

Vocabulary Development for "The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street"

Celebrate Earth Day!

Celebrate Earth Day by learning with the videos below:

Differentiating Between the Three Versions of "The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street"

Watch the updated version of "The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street."  As you watch, consider the following questions:

• How is it similar to the written version?  How is it different?
• How is different from the 1960's episode?  Why do you think it would be so different?
• Why do you think that the enemy is terrorists instead of aliens in this updated version?

Viewing the Televised Version of "The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street"

Watch the video below comparing the 1960's version of the Twilight Zone episode with that which we read in class.

• How are they similar?
• How are they different?

Reviewing the Elements of Plot

Reviewing Important Vocabulary for "The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street"

Extra Credit Opportunity

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Enjoy your break!

Mrs. Earl wishes all of her students a fun and relaxing break.  Be sure to look over your grades and make up any missed assignments!