The Heart Speaks

"Each stroke of the pen echoes the beat of the poet's heart." We read three Puritan poems, all a message from their poet's heart. Which poem, "Upon the Burning of Our House," "To My Dear and Loving Husband," or "Huswifery," did you find most appealing? Why? (The deadline to respond to this post is midnight, Friday, August 26, 2011.)

The Creation of a Dream

Which of the aspects of the American Dream (abundant land, veritable wealth, religious fortitude, open hospitality, laborious work ethic, etc. ), established by the early American writers and explorers, do you feel was best conveyed in the writings of Columbus, Smith, and Bradford? Give specifics from the selections to support your claim. (The deadline to post a response to this blog is midnight, Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011.)

Books Needed

You will need to purchase your own copy of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. Here is a link to the book that I will be using. Please have your copy by September 13, 2011.
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fahrenheit-451-ray-bradbury/1100383286?ean=9780345342966&itm=1&usri=fahrenheit%2b451

Welcome 2011-2012

Another school year has come to the Hancock High campus. You are a student in my 31st year of teaching, so I will bring all my experience to helping you learn new and exciting things about literature, writing, and research. I look forward to getting to know each and everyone of you and the unique aspects of your personality. Next to this post, you will see a picture of a butterfly. As the year progresses, you will get accustomed to seeing lots of butterflies in my room and in my jewelry. The butterfly is a special symbol to me. It means change, rebirth, joy, and self-discovery. It is a beautiful gift that comes from a difficult challenge. At times, my class may seem challenging and difficult, but I promise you that if you apply yourself, you will emerge at the end of the course with wonderful knowledge. This is going to be a great year!

You must do the thing you thing you can not do.

Well, you have done it now. You have finished AP English III and have done a wonderful job. It has been a great semester and I have loved every minute with you. From this moment on,you are to check KPAPENGLISH.blogspot.com. There you will find a listing of which books have been taken by whom for summer reading. See you in the fall.

Daisy!Daisy!Daisy!

Discuss the role of Daisy in The Great Gatsby. Is she really just a symbol of the illusive American dream or is she more? Defend your position. (The deadline to post a response is midnight Wednesday, May 18, 2011)

Something happened to blogger and the comments posted were lost. I know that 6 of you posted on the "relive the past" question below. However, they were lost in the bloger problem; therefore, I have changed the deadline for posting. If you posted, please post again; otherwise, you won't get credit. Sorry.