https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3 Each project is worth 50 pts. You need to pick 2 en-us 2020-12-03 14:40:36 UTC 2023-03-08 10:28:09 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4d6.png sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984143166 For this choice, you will handwrite 2 personal letters to or from any character mentioned in the novel. Your letters should follow the correct form as seen in the link below. Your letter should be at least 3 paragraphs and include an introductory opening paragraph about yourself and why your are writing, body - with your main point, and a closing paragraph that wraps up your thoughts. Your main point should give advice or express support or disagreement or other information and refer to specific elements from the novel. Please put them in a correctly addressed envelope (make up addresses but use correct form) ]]> 2020-12-03 15:32:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984143166 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984182519 Read the attached article on teens and physical affection. In a persuasive response of 350-450 words, discuss whether you believe Holden misinterpreted Mr Antolini's pat on the head or if he was correct that it was inappropriate. Use at least 2 quotes from the article in your response and make your reasons clear and backed by evidence in the novel. 

]]> 2020-12-03 15:39:30 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984182519 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984285688 Draw two symbols from the novel in an interesting original way that coveys meaning. Note the way the artist incorporated Holden, the hat, NYC, and the lagoon into one picture. Be creative and unique. Each picture should be at least a full computer sheet big. It must be clear what the symbol is and what meaning your are expressing. On the back of each, attach a brief explanation of your picture. Do not put your name or period on the front. ]]> 2020-12-03 15:59:19 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984285688 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984329961 Construct a visually pleasing map of at least 5-7 important places/areas Holden visits in NYC and 1-2 that you decide that were not specifically discussed (like buying the record, his hat, etc) The map should be accurate to the novel and the real NYC. The places you choose should be shown in a clear way, either with color, 3D, or another creative choice. ]]> 2020-12-03 16:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/984329961 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985003753 Write a short short using our vocabulary words for this novel. There are 20 words on our list. You need to construct a story that relates to the novel in some way; about one of the minor characters, set in one of the schools, or any other creative connection. The story should use at least 17 words on the list and try to incorporate the 5 parts of Freytag's pyramid and be at least 1-2 pages. Make sure you come up with a catchy title and add at least one artistic element to it such as a picture, border, or other interesting  addition.]]> 2020-12-03 18:18:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985003753 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985081345 Research 4 top private boarding schools in the country and include at least one single gender, one co-ed, and 1 other of your choosing. Display the information that includes where it is, the year the school was established, current cost of attending, how to apply and the requirements, acceptance rate, size of the student body and school grounds, activities and classes offered, teacher-student ratio, any unique features, and a list of notable people who have attended them. Do not cut and paste info!  ]]> 2020-12-03 18:34:34 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985081345 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985137444 You will write the next chapter of Catcher in the same voice and style as Holden. You can decide how far into the future past Chap 26 to set your chapter and what has happened in the meantime. Your additional chapter should be 2-3 pages long and in line with the time period and be realistic (no alien abductions, etc). Remember to be in first person narration, use similar style as Holden (hyperbole, repetition, sarcasm) but adjust for how old you make him in your chapter. ]]> 2020-12-03 18:45:48 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985137444 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985179823 Research the facts behind the banning of Catcher since its publication as well as the controversy of its connection to the man who shot John Lennon and any other notable connections. Be sure to include extra information about how it was reviewed when it was first published and how it became regular reading in many high schools. Put your information together in an interesting and informative format. ]]> 2020-12-03 18:54:01 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/985179823 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/987653690 This project is about the fashion and look of the 1950s. Create a template girl and boy paper doll and then make 3 different outfits for each doll for a variety of occasions.  You must research this to be accurate. Include at least 3 accessories of your choice for each. Write up your own original overview of the fashion, designers, cost, or colors of the time for girls/women and boys/men. Do not state the obvious- you must research to provide interesting information.]]> 2020-12-04 14:36:25 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/987653690 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/987654414 Print out, read, and annotate the attached article below and this one. Then create a poster about teen depression. You might include a chart showing the symptoms and possible causes of Holden's depression. Include a timeline of how teen depression has been viewed from the 50s to today.  ]]> 2020-12-04 14:36:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/987654414 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/987656381 Create an eye-catching poster that captures the 3 areas of growth we touched upon: childhood, bridge of adolescence, and adulthood. Illustrate each area with pictures, words, and colors in a unique and creative way. Be sure to place Holden on the bridge in a manner that shows his dilemma and includes his beliefs and struggles.  ]]> 2020-12-04 14:37:03 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/987656381 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/993764501 Holden, like many teens, uses a liberal amount of hyperbole and sarcasm in his daily communications. For this project, make a "teacher" poster that defines sarcasm and hyperbole, gives at least 3 examples of each term from Holden. In addition, you will write a simple story about any event from your own life. You will first tell the story factually without embellishment on one side of the page and on the other side or below it, you will add at least 5 elements of hyperbole and 5 of sarcasm. ]]> 2020-12-07 12:48:25 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/993764501 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/995102030 This terrible and upsetting topic comes up many, many times in the novel as Holden struggles with his depression and anxiety. Read this attached article and this one. Use the information to make an informative poster about teen suicide. Include statistics, causes, symptoms, other facts and what to do for someone suffering. Also include major organizations devoted to this issue and website resources.  ]]> 2020-12-07 17:35:16 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/995102030 sloccke https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/995244554 The novel dealt with bullying, most notably of James Castle. For this project, you will research the real case of Tyler Clementi, a college freshman who killed himself after being bullied by his roommate. This story is not just news; Tyler was my neighbor and is personally very painful to me. His parents chose to honor Tyler's life by becoming activists against bullying. Please research his case and read through the attached website. For this project, you will make a poster that includes statistics and information about bullying, defines terms such as bystander and upstander, gives a summary of Tyler's case, and resources and tips to follow. ]]> 2020-12-07 18:02:35 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/995244554 nrabah23 https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/1037356778 Create a 4-song playlist for Holden by choosing a song that represents 4 different chapters or 4 different events in his life. Or you can create a 4-song playlist using one song for 4 different characters. The playlist should include each song title, artist, lyrics, a link to the song or video, and a description of why you picked each. Your explanation should be specific and reference details from the novel and specific song lyrics and/or music. Put it together in your own creative way in a digital format or a tangible project but there should be creative elements added that reflect your songs and the connection to the novel. ]]> 2020-12-22 04:46:50 UTC https://padlet.com/sloccke/dp4rf3fetyshvrk3/wish/1037356778