LA 12: Folklore of Naming

Writer's journal entry: Tell me in writing about your name. For example: What do you know about where your name came from, and how you got it? Who named you? Why did they pick the name they did? What is the history of your last name? 

Notes on the folklore of naming

Peer editing and suggestions for expansion of writer's journal entry

Handouts: info and options for obtaining a copy of Anaya, The Curse of the Chupacabra

Homework: For Friday, interview a relative or conduct Internet research about your name and its origins. Turn in a list of at least three things you learn.

Have a copy of The Curse of the Chupacabra by WEDNESDAY, August 29!