Here are some suggestions for the types of entries you may want to make.

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1 Night & Farewell to Manzanar Journal & Sketchbook For this unit, you will be asked to keep a sketchbook- journal. This is a combination of sketches and written responses to the story. You will be required to make a written entry for each chapter in the novel. First, decide on the format for your sketchbook-journal. Spend some time decorating your cover and setting up the book. Make sure to include the number of each chapter (1-9) and the page numbers in your copy of the book. Also date each entry. You can sketch memorable scenes from the chapters, paste in magazine pictures, or use computer clip art. Even if you do not consider yourself a good artist, try to make some sketches. Use colors that remind you of the mood of the story. You may want to take photographs and put them in the sketchbook-journal. The written entries should focus on your response to the literature, and should not merely be chapter summaries. See attached sheet for journal ideas. They should include comments about your thoughts and feelings while reading, any questions you have, and predictions about the next chapter. There are suggested journal questions for each chapter, you do not have to use these, but you can use them as a starting point. Try to write at least one page for each entry. Here are some suggestions for the types of entries you may want to make.

2 Possible Journal Topics for Night: Section 1, pages 1-20: Write your responses to the book so far. You might also list questions and comments that come to mind as you read this part of the book. The word night is a key word in this section of the book. What does the word mean early in the first chapter? How does the meaning change as the story progresses?

3 The narrator from time to time breaks away from the story to tell the reader about something that happened later or to ask a question. Why do you think he has chosen to do so? How is he preparing you for the rest of the story? The narrator mentions a number of events in this section that take place for the first Why do you think the author has chosen to draw your attention to them?. Sections 2, 3, pages 21-43: Write your responses to this section of the book. You might also record any questions or comments you have about the reading. What did you find surprising or difficult to understand in this section of the book? The word night takes on new meaning in this section of the book. What has the word come to symbolize? How are the words fire and flame used in this section of the book? What do you think these words mean to the narrator? Section 4, pages 45-62: Write your responses to this section of the book. You might also list any questions you have about anything you read in this part of the book. The word hunger takes on new meaning in this section of the book. What does the word mean to Eliezer? What other words have taken on new meaning in this section of the book? Section 5, pages 63-80: Write your responses to this section of the book. You might also list questions and comments on this part of the book. Night is written in short, simple sentences. Critics call this kind of writing controlled. That means that every word has been carefully chosen for a precise meaning. How do you explain the decision to write in a controlled or measured way to describe experiences that are beyond control? Sections 6, 7, 8, 9, pages : Night focuses on a single year in Eliezer s life. Identify some of the internal and external conflicts he faced that year. In the next to the last sentence in the book, Eliezer says that when he looked in a mirror after liberation, he saw a corpse gazing back at him. He ends the book by stating, The look in his eyes, as they stared into mine, has never left me. What does he mean by that statement? How did the relationship between Eliezer and his father change in the course of the year on which the book focuses? How do you account for that change? What is the meaning of the title, Night? Why do you think Wiesel tells his story from the first person perspective? If Night were written in the third person, would it be more or less believable? Why do you think Elie Wiesel begins Night with the story of Moshe the Beadle? What lessons does the narrator seem to learn from Moshe s experiences in telling his own story? Reflection: Explain what Eliezer s story means to you.

4 What did the word night mean to you before you read the book? How has the meaning of the word changed for you? How did it change for the author? Each night is the end of one day and the start of another. What does that suggest about the need to bear witness? To not only tell the story but also have the story be heard and acknowledged? Please note: The above suggestions for journal entries are for multiple chapters, you do need EIGHT entries and one reflection. Journal/Sketchbook Requirements: Decorated Cover: Cover relates to the theme of the book. Eight Journal Entries : Each Entry is a minimum of one page and analyzes that chapter thoroughly and honestly. Sketches: A minimum of five sketches relating either to journal entries or story. Reflection: A minimum of a one page reflection on your thoughts on the book and the journal & sketchbook assignment. Journal Entry & Reflection typed or written neatly in pen /100 Points

5 Night/Farewell to Manzanar Journal Student Name: CATEGORY General Requirements Journal Entries (8 scores) Sketches (5 scores) Reflection Journal has all required elements. This includes 8 journal entries, 5 sketches, 1 reflection, Journal is also written neatly in pen or typed. Journal is missing no more than 2 of the required elements.this includes 8 journal entries, 5 sketches, 1 reflection, Journal is also written neatly in pen or typed. Journal entry is a Journal entry is minimum of one close to one full full paragraph paragraph (8-10 (10-12 sentences) sentences) and and relates relates mostly to completely to that section of the that section of book. the book. Sketch or picture Sketch or picture is neat and is neat and thoughtprovoking, and provoking, and thought- completely mostly relates relates either to a either to a section section of the of the book or a book or a specific journal specific journal entry. entry. Picture may also relate to the book as a whole. Reflection is honest and thought provoking. It contains the students thoughts on the book and the assignment. It is a minimum of sentences Reflection is honest. It contains the students thoughts on the book and the assignment. It is a minimum of 8-10 sentences in length. Journal is missing no more than 4 of the required elements.this includes 8 journal entries, 5 sketches, 1 reflection, Most jounral entries are written neatly in pen or typed. Journal entry is a short paragraph (6-8 sentences) and relates somewhat to that section of the book. Sketch or picture is attempted and and relates somewhat either to a section of the book or a specific journal entry. Reflection may not come across as completely honest or sincere. It contains the students thoughts on the book or the assignment. It is 6-8 sentences in length. Journal is mising 5 or more of the required elements.this includes 8 journal entries, 5 sketches, 1 reflection, Few, if any of the entries are written neatly in pen or typed. Journal entry is not a complete paragraph (less than 6 sentences)and relates very little or not at all to that section of the book. Sketch or picture is not present or does not related to either a section of the book or a specific journal entry. Reflection is less than 6 sentences in length, and does not display an honest or sincere reflection of student's thoughts on assignment.

6 in length. Organization Word Choice Grammar and Mechanics Entries and sketches are placed in a logical order and the way they are presented effectively keeps the interest of the reader. Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, and the choice and placement of the words seems accurate, natural and not forced. Writer makes no errors in grammar or punctuation that distract the reader from the content. Entries and skectches are placed in a logical order, but the way in which they are presented sometimes makes the writing/pictures less interesting. Writer uses vivid words and phrases that linger or draw pictures in the reader's mind, but occasionally the words are used inaccurately or seem overdone. Writer makes 1-2 errors in grammar or punctuation that distract the reader from the content. Some entries or sketches are not in a logical or expected order, and this distracts the reader. Writer uses words that communicate clearly, but the writing lacks variety, punch or flair. Writer makes 3-4 errors in grammar or punctuation that distract the reader from the content. Many entries or sketches are not in a logical or expected order. There is little sense that the writing is organized. Writer uses a limited vocabulary that does not communicate strongly or capture the reader's interest. Jargon or cliches may be present and detract from the meaning. Writer makes more than 4 errors in grammar or punctuation that distract the reader from the content.