Nothing But the Truth: A Documentary Novel by AVI
A realistic fiction novel, "Nothing But the Truth" by AVI, delves into the themes of responsibility, rumors, media influence, and the elements of fiction. Through a documentary-style approach, it explores the dynamics among students, teachers, schools, and the complexity of truth in society, shedding light on how politicians and the media manipulate controversial subjects for their gain. The novel presents essential questions, unit understandings, and key vocabulary to encourage readers to reflect on points of view, characterization, conflicts, and dialogue in the story.
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Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Overarching Essential Questions: What are the attributes of a responsible student? How can rumors be destructive to a community? How does media influence point of view when reporting a story? Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Unit Understandings: Examine the nature of media bias Dissect the life cycle of a rumor Analyze taking responsibility Practice writing dialogue Identify and analyze the elements of fiction Identify points of view through documents Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Unit Questions: What are the various points of view used throughout the story? What can dialogue reveal about a character's personality? What are examples of internal and external conflicts in the story? Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Key Vocabulary: Point of View Characterization Theme Internal Conflict Media External Conflict Dialogue Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI The Novel at a Glance Nothing But the Truth is a documentary-style novel that addresses such issues as relations among students, teachers, and schools; the complex nature of truth; and the exploitation of hot button issues by politicians and the media Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI The Novel at a Glance You will read sections in the form of memos, letters, diary entries, conversations, exam excerpts, media interviews and reports, speech excerpts and talk show transcripts. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Main Characters (in order of appearance) Dr. Joseph Palleni, assistant principal at Harrison High School; somewhat unimaginative and inflexible. Philip Malloy, the fourteen-year-old protagonist; talented runner and average student with a tendency toward irreverence. He vents his frustrations in homeroom and English class through small acts of defiance against his teacher. Margaret Narwin, Philip s veteran homeroom and English teacher; dedicated and compassionate but a bit old-fashioned in her approach to teaching; has a high reputation in the school and is generally popular with students. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Main Characters (in order of appearance) Bernard Lunser, Philip s original homeroom teacher; wittily mocks school rituals and regulations and so encourages irreverent behavior. Allison Doresett, a ninth-grade girl whom Philip wants to impress. Dr.Gertrude Doane, principal of Harrison High School. Dr. Albert Seymour, superintendent of schools in Harrison. Coach Jamison, Philip s track coach. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Main Characters (in order of appearance) Susan Malloy, Philip s mother; is concerned about his work and well-being but has a rather superficial understanding of his situation. Benjamin Malloy, Philip s father; troubled businessman and former track star who takes vicarious satisfaction from Philip s interest in track. Ted Griffen, neighbor of the Malloys who is running for the school board. Jennifer Stewart, education reporter for the Manchester Record. Jake Barlow, radio talk show host who exploits the patriotism issue. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Beginning Read Two Questions (before page 1). What do you think the author means by this? Make a prediction about why the author chooses to start the novel in this fashion. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Prereading Write Around Procedure 1. In response to the prompt, write (10 minutes). 2. Pass papers to the right. 3. Read what s on the paper and respond (3 minutes). 4. Continue until all members of the group have responded on their original paper. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Prereading Write Around In the novel, many people fail to take responsibility when they should. Think of a time when you needed to take responsibility for your actions. Did you accept responsibility? What were the consequences? Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Prereading Write Around In the novel, many people fail to take responsibility when they should. Think of a time when you needed to take responsibilities for your actions. Did you accept responsibility? What were the consequences? Prereading Write Around Procedure 1. 2. 3. 4. In response to the prompt, write (10 minutes). Pass papers to the right. Read what s on the paper and comment (3 minutes). Continue until all members of the group have commented on his/her original paper. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Reciprocal Teaching Summarizer-summarizes selection read Questioner-poses questions about the section Clarifier-clarifies confusing points/responds to questions Predictor-predicts what will happen next Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Reciprocal Teaching Read section one Students perform roles Students rotate roles Read next section, repeat Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Reciprocal Teaching Read/Reciprocal Teach pages 1-5. Discuss then write a response to the following: What is your first impression of Philip? Why? What is your first impression of Miss Narwin? Why? Provide at least of one piece of evidence from the text for both answers. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Read/Reciprocal Teach chapters 2-5 (pages 6-15). Discuss then write a response to the following: After theses chapters, do your first impressions of Philip/Miss Narwin change? Why or why not? Describe the conflict between Philip and Miss Narwin. Is there more than one? Is it/are they internal or external or both? Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Read/Reciprocal Teach chapters 6-8 (pages 16-25). Discuss then complete the following: Begin compiling evidence. Fill out your Investigative Notes when you find something important. Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Read/Reciprocal Teach chapters 9-10 (pages 26-48). Discuss then write a response to the following: What do you think about Philip s actions during this section? Does his version of the events change as his audience changes? How so? What does this say about him? Realistic Fiction
Nothing But the Truth A documentary novel by AVI Read/Reciprocal Teach chapter 11 (pages 49-58). Discuss then write a response to the following: How reliable is Philip as source? Does he tell the whole truth? Does he lie? Why is this important as we log evidence? Fill out your Investigative Notes when you find something important. Realistic Fiction
