7.10.10

Thursday, October 7th - Period 5

Opening Inquiry: After Tyree’s initial interaction with the new bulls in his neighborhood and the time he bloodied the kid’s nose, he sees them in a group of 20 walking down the street in his direction.  What would you have done when you saw these 20 bulls?

Critical Thinking Question: How does street intelligence relate to personal safety?  What are the opportunities and life chances for boys like Tyree to succeed?

Content: Tyree’s Story

Class Activities: Group Agenda, Development of Inquiry Questions, Creation of juxtapositions, Creation of a body biography for Tyree, Group presentations

Homework: In your neighborhood, what rules are important to be aware of for your own personal safety?