https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf Made with ♥ en-us 2022-01-31 18:21:30 UTC 2022-05-20 14:54:55 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4da.png kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2021974115 What type of figurative language is the author using? Explain how you know this.
Why is it effective? Why does it help you learn or understand about the characters, plot, conflict, etc?]]> 2022-01-31 18:31:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2021974115 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2021977870 Denotation:
Connotation:
What mood or feeling is shown in this phrase? Positive? Negative?
Why did the author use this phrase or word? What did it add to the story? What do we learn or understand about the characters, setting, plot, etc?]]> 2022-01-31 18:33:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2021977870 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2021997610 Include the image of the dialogue above. 
Explain what is happening in this section of dialogue.
What does the reader learn or start to understand?
Why is it important to the plot?
Does it reveal characters' personality traits, feelings thoughts, and/or motives?
Does it move the plot forward by motivating characters to make decisions or take action?
Does it reveal important details or secrets?
What can the reader infer?]]> 2022-01-31 18:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2021997610 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2022182729 In the scene, the main character's family decides to adopt a child. At first, she is excited to have a younger brother, but soon those feelings change into resent and unhappiness. This is a window because I have never had to deal with a situation like this.]]> 2022-01-31 20:09:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2022182729 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024170888 By: Michael Carroll]]> 2022-02-01 19:52:21 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024170888 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024172405 Minutes:
Pages:
How I felt reading today:
Did I meet my goal:]]> 2022-02-01 19:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024172405 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024177132 Minutes: 20
Pages: 11
How I felt reading today: Today the author explained the back story of the antagonist of the story - it was quite exciting
Did I meet my goal: Yes]]> 2022-02-01 19:55:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024177132 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024188377 Denotation: An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat
Connotation: Horrid, scary, and dangerous
The mood being shown in the phrase is negative
The author used this phrase to make us worried and a bit scared about what will happen next
It added suspense and scariness to the story
We learn that Krodin is an extremely menacing and powerful character

]]> 2022-02-01 20:01:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024188377 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024201494 The figurative language that the author is using is metaphor, and I know this because he uses the word "a"
It is effective because it helps to describe something in a much better way
It helps us learn that Krodin does whatever he wants whenever he wants]]> 2022-02-01 20:09:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2024201494 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2028294641 In the scene, the main character is put into a situation where here feels extremely uncomfortable and upset. This is a mirror for me because I have also felt like this before.]]> 2022-02-03 19:58:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2028294641 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2028318794 The author is using a metaphor in this phrase. I know this because two things are being compared, and the word "the" is used. It is effective because it helps the reader understand the story in a much easier and efficient way. It helps me learn about the characters, plot, and conflict because it describes something in a much better and more understandable way.]]> 2022-02-03 20:11:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2028318794 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2028332867 Denotation: A person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities
Connotation: Courage, bravery, and hope
The mood being shown in the phrase is positive
The author used this phrase make the readers feel strong emotions towards the hero
It added a sense of hope and happiness to the story
We learn that there is a strong hero living in the world]]> 2022-02-03 20:20:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2028332867 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2036225985 In this dialogue, the main character has just gotten into a car accident.
The reader begins to understand that horrible things are beginning to take place.
This is important to the plot because it foreshadows the fact that something bad is coming or happening.
It doesn't reveal any specific character traits yet.
The plot moves forward from this because now the reader most likely wants to solve this new issue.
The reader can infer that something terrible is coming or happening, and that the main character will be the one to fight it or solve it.]]> 2022-02-08 18:35:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2036225985 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2038620829 This figurative is onomatopoeia. I know this because the word "hum" is a sound word.
It is effective because it helps us understand what sound the author is trying to portray. It doesn't contribute to the plot.]]> 2022-02-09 18:37:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2038620829 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2038782079 Denotation: A person seized or held as security for the fulfillment of a condition
Connotation: Life-threatening, serious, illegal
The mood being shown is negative
The author used this phrase to progress the story by portraying Cassie's point of view on the things Gus has said.
It adds more detail and persuasion to the story
We learn that Cassie plans on trying out for the boy's team.]]> 2022-02-09 19:55:12 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2038782079 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2040931284 In this section of dialogue, the main character is assessing all of the bad things that have been happening recently.
The reader now understands that all of these things have been happening on purpose, and that it's up to him and his friends to stop it. It's important to the plot because it gives the readers an idea of what may happen next. The reader is left to inference that they are going to do something about it.]]> 2022-02-10 18:37:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2040931284 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2100658330 Minutes: 20
Pages: 16

How I felt reading my book: the book immediately began getting exciting right as I started reading. The way that the book is starting to go is making me excited to read because the scenes in the book are very fun and entertaining.
Did I meet my goal: Yes]]> 2022-03-17 18:58:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2100658330 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2117814840 Minutes: 35
Pages: 7
How I felt reading today: Today, nothing eventful happening in the book. The author is still making the reader aware of the backstory and everything that is happening in the book. Overall, I am enjoying the book so far.
Did I meet my goal: No]]> 2022-03-28 18:42:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2117814840 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2117823362 In the scene, the main character is living in a world where there is a horrible disease. I can relate to this because of the current COVID situation.]]> 2022-03-28 18:46:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2117823362 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131286698 In the scene, the character is made to do something that she absolutely hates, against her own will. This is a mirror for me because my parents have done this before in my life.]]> 2022-04-05 18:48:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131286698 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131292272 In the story, the characters are chased by a very dangerous person. This is a window for me because I have never experienced this.]]> 2022-04-05 18:51:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131292272 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131300900 This figurative language is a metaphor. I know this because the author is comparing two things using the word "to" and "means". 
It is effective because it helps us understand the point that the author is trying to get across. It contributes to the plot because it is the name of the book.]]> 2022-04-05 18:57:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131300900 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131312362 In the story, the main characters have been captured by a highly dangerous criminal, and are currently planning their escape. I predict that the characters will escape successfully.]]> 2022-04-05 19:05:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2131312362 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2141322401 Minutes: 20
Pages: 16
How I felt reading today: Today, there was lots of action and foreshadowing. They show different character traits from all of the main characters.
Did I meet my goal: Yes]]> 2022-04-12 18:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2141322401 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2176188037 In the story, the characters all love basketball. This is a mirror for me because I also love basketball.]]> 2022-05-09 17:53:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2176188037 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2176261348 In the story, the main character, Gus, feels strongly against a certain decision that is made by one of his best friends, Cassie. Even though he doesn't support it, and is opposed to it, she continues through with her decision. This is a mirror for me because I have felt like Gus when my friends have done this.]]> 2022-05-09 18:38:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2176261348 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2176295563 In the story, one of the main characters is a girl who is trying out for the boy's basketball team, which has never been done in the history of their school. This is a window for me because no girl has ever tried out for the boy's team at our school.]]> 2022-05-09 19:01:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2176295563 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179611868 In the story, one of the characters has never had a broken bone or sprained any part of his body. This is a window for me because I have just recently broken my elbow.]]> 2022-05-11 15:14:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179611868 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179616773 The figurative language that the author is using is a simile. I can tell that it is a simile because the author is comparing two things - which are Gus and a lion - and uses the word like."
This is important because it helps the reader better understand exactly what is happening in the story. This shows us that Gus is extremely involved in the game and in the game of basketball.]]> 2022-05-11 15:17:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179616773 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179827571 This piece of figurative language is a simile. I know that it's a simile because it compares two things - Jack and a cheetah - and uses the word "as." 
This is important to the story because it happens at the time of their tryouts, which is important to the characters since they love basketball. It shows us the physical attributes of Jack, and that the people around him recognize those attributes.]]> 2022-05-11 17:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179827571 kabiriyengar29 https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179832495 Denotation: An intense feeling of deep affection
Connotation: Happiness, joyfulness, pride, passion
A positive mood is being shown
The author used this phrase to show that Teddy understands that his friends - Jack, Gus, and Cassie - love basketball much more than him.
We learn how much the characters in the story really care about basketball.]]> 2022-05-11 17:26:00 UTC https://padlet.com/kabiriyengar29/48ji3oy61jsk85sf/wish/2179832495