Bilingual+Identity+Texts

//Read this poem to discuss in class: // //[|Here] is a visual representation of this poem://
 * //What's your story?//**
 * //Introduction://**

//**Essential questions:**//
 * How have you changed since you've learned English?
 * How has your home language developed since you have come to SAS?
 * How do your languages affect who you are?

//**Enduring understandings:**//
 * Language is an essential part of culture.
 * Multilingualism is a social, cognitive and personal asset which should be developed.

**Project: Bilingual Storytelling**

// In this project you will tell a story- __your__ story, in __your__ language. You will choose a significant event on your journey of becoming a multilingual individual: when you started learning English, a confusing episode at school, a misunderstanding with your family, an accomplishment which made you proud.//


 * //You will write a text - in your language __and__ in English - to be published as a bilingual book.//
 * //You will illustrate your story with your own original artwork, photos or images*.//
 * Note: * images downloaded from the internet must be designated through Creative Commons like the ones [|here] or marked "public domain" which means anyone can use them. See Mr. Nordmeyer if you have questions.
 * //You will share the finished products with ESOL students in our elementary school by reading aloud - both in your language and in English.//
 * //Can you find a connection between your story and the SAS mission?//
 * //Finally, you will reflect on the project and what you learned about yourself, your identity and your languages.//


 * Why "Identity Texts" are important and what scholars think:**


 * Dr. Jim Cummins believes teachers should: "//promote literacy engagement through the creation of identity texts, and enable students to use their home language as a resource for learning."// (Read more [|here].)
 * Another article explained that: "//showcasing students' work in both English and their home languages to parents, caregivers, and family members presented the students in a new light to these significant people in students' lives. As a result of the work they produced in the classroom, students were seen as individuals with linguistic talents, creativity and intellectual potential.//" (Read more [|here])


 * Sample text: //I Hate English!// by Ellen Levine, Illustrated by Steve Bjorkman**


 * Tasks & Deadlines**

4. **Draft 1** - **DUE** **Oct 25** 5. **Draft 2 with images** - **DUE**, **Oct 31** (look at the list below) 6. Final draft! - exported to the wiki on November November 8 **-** __//be sure you include:**//__
 * 1. Story ideas brainstorm or list - DUE Monday, Oct 15**
 * Go [|here] to share your ideas and see what others are thinking!
 * 2. Outline - Friday, DUE Oct 19**
 * 3. Storyboard - Tuesday, DUE Oct 23**
 * Stop here and use this guide to help you improve your ideas: [[file:Telling YOUR Stories.docx]]
 * front cover - this must have your name (in both languages) and a __good__ title (i.e. not "Bilingual Book")
 * title page with title and author
 * about the author page with a photo - you should make sure this is also bilingual
 * page numbers
 * clear text which has been proofread and edited in BOTH languages
 * back cover - with an image, quote, book reviews, UPC symbol or SAS logo- be creative!
 * [[file:SAS Logo copy.pdf]]


 * Directions for exporting a PDF from Keynote:**
 * 1) Select File > Export
 * 2) Choose PDF with quality = "best"
 * 3) Make sure you __uncheck__ the boxes: Print each stage of builds, Add borders around slides, Include date


 * Directions for exporting a PDF from iPhoto:**
 * 1) Select File > Print
 * 2) Save as PDF

**Assessment**

BOOK = 20 points

- include all book parts (5) - thoughtful, engaging story (5) - clear writing (in both languages) which is free of errors (5) - colorful illustrations that enhance the story (5)
 * cover page
 * title page with title and your full name
 * page numbers
 * "about the author" section with photo
 * back cover

ORAL READING = 10 points

- clear expression and accurate pronunciation (5) - loud volume with expressive intonation and pacing (5)

REFLECTION = 30 points

- write 2-3 paragraphs or 200-300 words (5) - clearly organized and accurate English (5) - thoughtful reflection on the __process of creating your book__ (5) - honest reflection on __how it felt to read your book__ to others (5) - what you realized about your language learning journey (10) You should answer our essential questions for this unit:
 * How have you changed since you've learned English?
 * How has your home language developed since you have come to SAS?
 * How do your languages affect who you are?


 * Student stories from last year:**

Bilingual Story (edited version) James