Friday, August 28, 2015

Prereading: The House on Mango Street

Agenda:

  • What are some useful prereading strategies?
  • A closer look at looking at the author's background: Cisneros 
    • What themes do you think based on her biography?  Quotes?
    • Notes: Themes and how to write a thematic statement
  • Additional Notes: Style and Vignette
  • Reading "The House on Mango Street"
    • WS: What does Cisneros seem to want from her home?

Homework:
  • Read through and including "Name" chapter
  • Finish the vignette assignment about your home

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