November+15-16

= We go to the book fair at 1:10 and 2:00. Please don't let me forget!! = = = =Bell Ringer =
 * Think about service projects that you might do for your reflection. Maybe you would like to get together with a group of peers to buy gifts for a child on an Angel Tree. We have groups nearby such as Help and Hope, the Humane Society, John 3:16, and the Food Bank that you might volunteer for. Maybe you could tutor or work with one of the clubs organizing food or toy drives.
 * Talk with your small group about ideas you have for this project.
 * List 3 possible service projects that you would be willing to do.
 * Be ready to discuss these with the class.

=Word Study: =
 * [|materialism]

=Visual Texts: Music Videos! =
 * "We are the World"- 25 for Haiti
 * "Material Girl" - Madonna


 * Lyrics [[file:Material Girl lyrics.doc]]
 * Lyrics [[file:We are the World lyrics.doc]]

=Discuss and Write = Compare and contrast the viewpoints expressed in the songs. Use the Venn Diagram to answer the essential question "Is it a moral obligation to practice philanthropy?" from the author's point of view.



Add each of these songs to your 5 column notes chart. What message does each song send, and what text evidence supports this?