Feb. 27 - Mar. 2: The Alchemist

***Homework: Complete the information form (6 marks)*** 
***Quiz Thurs. Mar. 1: The Alchemist Part 1 (read to p. 47) 25 multiple choice***


Fri. Mar. 2 
- Complete "Dreams" mind map sub-topics 
- Introduce computer mind mapping assignment for Wednesday's class 
- Start Part 2 of The Alchemist (p. 51 -71).
- Finish watching part 2 of the "One on One" interview (Al Jazeera) Part 1 - Part 2 
 
Thurs. Mar. 1 - The Alchemist online novel
- 20 min. reading / review for Part 1 quiz.

- Group discussion activity.


Wed. Feb. 29 - The Alchemist online novel
- Continue to review questions and notes
- Paulo Coelho "One on One" interview (Al Jazeera) Part 1 
- Finish reading to p. 47. Review the study notes for the quiz on Thursday.
 
Tues. Feb. 28 - The Alchemist online novel

- Review the elements of fiction.
- If you were absent: Read to the introduction (complete ques. 1-4) and read the prologue (take notes).
- Review questions and notes on the introduction and prologue.
- Continue reading to page 47 (end of part 1).
- The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is reported to be the fifth most read book in the world. It holds the Guiness Book World Record for the most translated book by a living author (71 languages). Source 10 Most Read Books in the World.

Mon. Feb. 27 - The Alchemist

- Media Unit Conclusion: View and discuss the video "The Bonoization of Aid" and "Paul McCartney Protests Seal Hunt."
- Read article " Big Name Celebs Irk Canadian Government."
- List Pros and Cons of celebrity activism.
- Discuss:  Media Celebrity Activism: Altruism or Self-Promotion?
- Meet author Paulo Coelho. As you read his novel and learn more about him, decide whether he fits into the category of celebrity.

- Review the elements of fiction.
- Read to the introduction (complete ques. 1-4) and read the prologue (take notes).
- The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is reported to be the fifth most read book in the world. It holds the Guiness Book World Record for the most translated book by a living author (67 languages). Source 10 Most Read Books in the World.