Monday, August 8, 2011

African-American Poetry



Talk with that person about the books that have impacted his or her
life and try to discover how an author or subject matter connected with
an individual that you know.
After you have read the book, sit down with this person again and
discuss your impressions.
Ask questions. Discuss what stood out, what you learned and what
you weren’t sure about.
Document these experiences (the first conversation, your impressions
of the book, and the second conversation) in a series of words and
photos or art. You will post these to either a blog or your DP under the
heading “Summer Reading,” and we will share them in class when you
return to school. If you anticipate problems with computer or internet
access, please let us know in advance.

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

The human genome



For everyone considering honors biology:
Read one book recommended by a current 11th grade student taking
honors biology or an adult with a science-related college or graduate
degree. Talk with the person about when he or she read the book, why
he or she values this book and how it impacted his or her life.