The Outsiders - Reading, Annotating, and Writing Assignment

Your objective is to read The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton. The book was written in the 1960s, so
some of the vocabulary may be unfamiliar to you. Try to use context clues to help, or consult the
dictionary that I borrowed from a great teacher, Ms. Kirr. You have access to it on myUSM
under the topic, The Outsiders. I have included a reading schedule in order to help you stay on
track, but you are welcome to read further and finish the book early.

When you finish The Outsiders, we will begin discussions. In order for these discussions to be
rich and meaningful, it is important that you have actively read the book. For each chapter, I will
expect at least two annotations - feel free to do more. They should be written directly on
Post-It notes. Your annotations need to include T ough Questions and Contrasts &
Contradictions. You may also record other signposts, reactions, questions, and ideas about
the story.

Sometimes, you will be able to read in class. Therefore, it is important that you always have
your book with you. Even if you are absent or we miss class, you will still be responsible for
keeping up with the schedule and writing at least two Post-Its for each chapter.

You may NOT read the book as an ORB!!!

IcanstatementsforTheOutsiders:

I can recall and retell what I read in writing and in discussion.

I can infer meaning from a text.

I can use evidence from the book to to support my reactions and ideas about the story.
 Reading Schedule for The Outsiders

Black = 6-1, 6-2 Red = 6-3, 6-4

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

4/3 4/4 4/5 4/6 4/7

START!! START!! Through page Through page Through page

18 (at least) 18 (at least) 36 (at least)

4/10 4/11 4/12 4/13 4/14

Through page Through page Through page Through page No School

52 (at least) 67 (at least) 75 (at least) 84 (at least)

4/17 4/18 4/19 4/20 4/21

Through page Through page Through page Through page Through page
118 (at least) 130 (at least) 130 (at least) 149 (at least) 149 (at least)

4/24 4/25 4/26 4/27 4/28

Finished!! Finished!!
Through page Through page Start Start
166 (at least) 166 (at least) Discussions Discussions

Wanttoreadalong?
Here is an audio version of the book. You need to read along if you want to be a better reader,
though.

VocabularyStudy
We will be studying the terms below in class. I will provide instruction for each based on your
reading schedule. You will be responsible for completing a four-square in class as well as
creating a flashcard set on Quizlet.

I can acquire new vocabulary terms.

I can use new vocabulary terms correctly in my writing and communication.

reckless 7
principle 30
tension 47
 rueful 60
elude 78
grim 86
genuine 110
divert 125
affectionately 135
stricken 152
idolize 162
veer 175

Additionally, you will be in charge of learning five (5) new, useful terms (no slang) on your own.
Each term you self-study will require its own f our-square and a flashcard on Quizlet.

FinalAssessment-clicktoviewself-assessment
We will be preparing for the final assessment as we read. I will help you complete the steps as
you go. Nonetheless, your paper will be due one (1) week after you finish reading the book.

Choice A:

What character are you most like (regarding character traits, NOT physical traits), and in what
ways?

I can statements:

I can stake my claim.

I can provide the most relevant evidence and details from the text (and my life) to support
my answer.

I can explain my evidence and why it supports my claim.

I can make sure to adhere to the rules for direct quotes. Click here.

Choice B:

How does ______ (character of your choice) undergo change from the beginning of the book to
the end of the book?
Choose one character that undergoes significant change. Do NOT choose a character
who has died.
Decide what change (focus on only one) about which you want to write.

I can statements:
I can stake my claim.

I can provide the most relevant evidence and details from the text to support my answer.

I can explain my evidence and why it supports my claim.

I can make sure to adhere to the rules for direct quotes. Click here.