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 * Materials and Resources: **
 * ** 3-ring binder **
 * o This is an absolute MUST
 * o I recommend at least a 2” binder
 * o The work we do in this class is cumulative – it is necessary that you are always able to refer back to terms, vocabulary, and concepts throughout the year
 * o There will be binder checks periodically to make sure you have all necessary materials
 * **Books** – Throughout the year, we will read novels, poems, stories, and plays. You are always responsible for bringing the appropriate text to class with you. Do not count on borrowing a book or sharing one with another student. Your textbook must be covered at all times.
 * **Pencil**—Never step into class without a writing utensil!
 * ** Post-it notes and highlighters ** —We will use these to keep track of thoughts while reading. You will be told which days to bring these to class.
 * ** Notebook or Binder paper ** - We will be writing and journaling on most days. This work will be kept in your notebook or on binder paper housed in your journal.
 * **The MLA Formatting and Style Guide** for help with citation or documentation can be found at the following websites:

Your binder should be organized with the following tabs and work should be kept current throughout the year.

** BINDER TAB LABELS ** || ** Binder Tab **
 * ** Topic ** ||
 * 1 || Syllabus and Course Documents ||
 * 2 || Short Stories ||
 * 3 || Nonfiction ||
 * 4 || Poetry ||
 * 5 || MLA Research Project ||
 * 6 || // Romeo and Juliet // ||
 * 7 || // Of Mice and Men // ||
 * 8 || // The Boy in the Striped Pajamas // ||
 * 9 || Vocabulary ||
 * 10 || Writing and Grammar ||


 * If you have any trouble acquiring any of the materials listed above, please see me as soon as possible.