House on Mango Street

January 23, 2017

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.4
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in the text, including figurative and connotative meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language evokes a sense of time and place; how it sets a formal or informal tone).

E.Q: How does word choice impact tone and meaning?

Starter: 

What is the difference between a house and a home?

Describe the difference in meaning in 2-3 sentences.

Vocabulary: 

Word: Connotation

Part of Speech: Noun

Dictionary Definition: an idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning.

Your Definition: 

Activity: Words

Watch the video and complete the instructions given. 

Activity: 

1.  House on Mango Street Pages 3-16

As a class, we will read pages 3-16.

For each story pay attention to the connotation of words.

How does it impact the meaning of the stories?

How does Cisneros use descriptive language in her story?

2.  One Pager

Requirements

Title 

2 Quotes that are powerful and explain why.

3 Examples of connotation and the words meaning.

1 Visual to represent the ideas in the vignettes.

 (Make this colorful and use the entire page!)

Closure: 

How well do you understand connotation?

Use the learning target to evaluate your understanding.