Class Code: PAR2   
Teacher: Deanna Cabal
Teacher Email: deannacabal@yahoo.com
Description:

Reading and writing can be a trip! In this class students will journey through an assortment of books ranging from fantasies to fiction while also learning the writing process. Different paragraph structures will be taught as students write creative pieces. Reading is completed at home during the week.  Class time is devoted to developing various writing assignments, increasing vocabulary, using comprehension strategies, cultivating literary appreciation, and making occasional crafts that facilitate comprehension.  This class is designed to be a two-year course covering different books each year. Registrations throughout the year are welcomed. Come join the fun!    

Books are available at the library, Half Price Books, and other book stores.
Books for this year are:
Where the Red Fern Grows—Wilson Rawls
Caddie Woodlawn—Carol Ryrie Brink
Number the Stars—Lois Lowry
“The Gift of the Magi”—O. Henry
My Side of the Mountain—Jean Craighead George
A Wrinkle in Time—Madeleine L’Engle
Rifles for Watie—Harold Keith
Biography of your choice

Supplies:
A 3 ring binder or section of binder
Spiral or composition book for a journal
Pen or pencil
Art supplies when requested
current book

Biography:

Deanna has taught middle school and high school math at RHSA for the last 3 years.  She attended Hardin Simmons University and graduated with a Bachelor of Behavioral Science degree in elementary education with a specialization in music.  She holds a current teaching certification in the state of Texas. 
Deanna has been married to her husband, Christian, for 24 years and has 4 kids, all of whom have been homeschooled.  The oldest 2 graduated from RHSA. Her oldest son is in the navy and her oldest daughter is attending Stephen F. Austin State University.  She has been homeschooling since 2005.  Before teaching at RHSA and homeschooling, she taught Elementary Music in Irving, TX 1997-1998, 4th grade in Dallas, TX from 1998-1999, Elementary Music in Garland, TX 2000-2001, Preschool in Richardson 2003-2007.  She has also taught private piano lessons since 1997 and is a member of the Garland Music Teachers Association, Texas Music Teachers Association, and the Music Teachers National Association. 

Details:

Class meets on Tuesday from 10:30 AM to 11:25 AM & on Thursday from none to none & on Day 3 from none to none