Week 30, Day 1---Day 2 Cinderella Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model …
Week 30, Day 1---Day 2 Cinderella Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes Marcia Brown’s Cinderella most resembles the Disney version of Cinderella that many students know. This is a translation from the French version by Charles Perrault and some of the words don’t translate perfectly so quick scaffolds may be necessary. You want to have a map available to point out where France is located. This book won the 1962 Caldecott Medal.
Week 17, Day 3 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs---fiction---Judi Barrett, illustrated …
Week 17, Day 3 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs---fiction---Judi Barrett, illustrated by Ron Barrett Develop or Activate Background Knowledge Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes The fact that a movie was made of this book presents opportunities for examining YouTube clips after the book has been read aloud. The children can compare their own mental images of characters and actions with the way the director imagined them.
Week 22, Day 3---Day 4 This book is called Dad, Jackie, and …
Week 22, Day 3---Day 4 This book is called Dad, Jackie, and Me. The author is Myron Uhlberg and the illustrator is Colin Bootman. It is about the first black man to play baseball in the major leagues. His name was Jackie Robinson. Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes The author’s note at the end of the book is important. He describes the connection between Jackie Robinson and Uhlberg’s deaf father. Read it for background yourself, and consider reading portions aloud.
Week 34, Day 4-5 How Do You Raise a Raisin? written by …
Week 34, Day 4-5 How Do You Raise a Raisin? written by Pam Muñoz Ryan illustrated by Craig Brown. Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary Teach Text Structure Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes This is a mixed-genre book, with a poetry strand that parallels information text. One approach to reading it aloud would be to read the poetry and prose during separate sessions, but it seems wiser to take advantage of the humorous verse while making sure that students acquire the substance of the text. A world map or globe will be useful in indicating other countries where raisins are grown. Note that the last page contains recipes. These would make a delicious finale to the book. Another idea is to bring a cluster of different kinds of grapes for a grape tasting party. Just make sure you have one of each type for all your students. Bringing actual raisins in boxes would also provide an excellent prop as well as a reward. These activities could take place later in the day. Note that the verse that appears on each page is fanciful and fun, but there is also a slight risk that by saying aloud the incorrect information it contains you run the risk of students coming away with misinformation. (For example, the verse asks whether raisins are wrinkled because they are placed in bathtubs.) Simply be careful that the correct information is made clear on each page.
Week 34, Day 1---Day 3 How a Plant Grows written by Bobbie …
Week 34, Day 1---Day 3 How a Plant Grows written by Bobbie Kalman and illustrated by Barbara Bedell. Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary Teach Text Structure Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes This book contains many excellent diagrams that explain the process of plant growth. These diagrams also contain technical words. Because of their number, we do not attempt to preview all of these words at the beginning of the read-aloud. Instead, this lesson plan discusses the new words as each diagram is encountered. This lesson plan does not include the activities at the end of the book, but any of these would make a good follow-up. A short time-lapse YouTube video (1:43) showing a bean developing over 18 days could be useful: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYY9X5Lw1V4 Bring the following: a green leaf, a dried brown leaf, an apple, a paring knife.
Week 26, Day 1- Day 3 Miss Alaineus by Debra Frasier Develop …
Week 26, Day 1- Day 3 Miss Alaineus by Debra Frasier Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes This book is unusual from the standpoint of teaching vocabulary. It is filled with definitions—for all three tiers of words! These lesson plans therefore direct you to return to several of the words presented in the text each day and explore the definition and its sentence context. You may wish to include a writing assignment like Mrs. Page’s, but the students will need access to dictionaries.
Week 13, Day 3---Day 4 Miss Rumphius--fiction--Barbara Cooney Miss Rumphius was inspired …
Week 13, Day 3---Day 4 Miss Rumphius--fiction--Barbara Cooney Miss Rumphius was inspired by the real life "Lupine Lady," Hilda Hamlin, who spread lupine seeds along the Maine coast, as well as Cooney's own experiences traveling the world. Cooney and William Steig (Doctor De Soto) shared the 1983 National Book Award for Children's Books in the hardcover Picture Books category. (Wikipedia). Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes Obviously, it would be wonderful to bring some lupines to class if you can find them. And you can make some tie-ins with science at the same time! The next best thing is to project a photo that gives a close-up view. Search for lupine online.
Week 23, Day 3--Day 5 My Brother Martin--nonfiction--Christine King Farris, illustrated by …
Week 23, Day 3--Day 5 My Brother Martin--nonfiction--Christine King Farris, illustrated by Chris K. Soentpiet The author is the sister of Martin Luther King, Junior. The book is called My Brother, Martin, and in it she tells what it was like to grow up with him as a brother. Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary Teach Text Structure Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes This book is an example of narrative nonfiction. The approach to vocabulary taken in this plan is to address a few key terms (the names of the principal people) and also some Tier 2 words. During the first day, we suggest that you construct the family tree shown below, and that you add to it as characters are introduced. Note that the “I Have a Dream” Speech is available on YouTube. If you have time, consider playing it.
Week 18, Day 1---Day 2 My Rows and Piles of Coins---fiction Today’s …
Week 18, Day 1---Day 2 My Rows and Piles of Coins---fiction Today’s book is called My Rows and Piles of Coins. It was written by Tololwa Mollel, who lived in Africa as a boy. The illustrations are by E. B. Lewis. Develop or Activate Background Knowledge Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes If a map of Africa is in the room (or can be projected), it would be helpful to point out the location of Tanzania. Also note that pronunciations of African words are provided on the last page.
Week 30, Day 5 The Egyptian Cinderella "The book was written by …
Week 30, Day 5 The Egyptian Cinderella "The book was written by Shirley Climo and illustrated by Ruth Heller. As I read, I want you to think about how the Egyptian story is the same as Cinderella [Day 1] and also how it is different." Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion --Venn diagram Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes This plan helps students compare and contrast. We have again planned a two-way comparison here. Trying to include all three books in a three-circle Venn might be quite challenging for second graders. This will not prevent you from identifying elements common to all three versions, of course. A globe or map of Africa would be useful for pointing out the location of Egypt.
Week 12, Day 3---Day 4 The Legend of the Bluebonnet--fiction-- retold and …
Week 12, Day 3---Day 4 The Legend of the Bluebonnet--fiction-- retold and illustrated by Tomie DePaola Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes Tomie DePaola avoids a longstanding controversy of terminology—should we say Indians or Native Americans? He sidesteps the question by referring to the Comanche People. Also this book raises issues of religion. Use your own judgment in addressing them.
Week 23, Day 1---Day 2 The Story of Ruby Bridges--fiction--Robert Coles, illustrated …
Week 23, Day 1---Day 2 The Story of Ruby Bridges--fiction--Robert Coles, illustrated by George Ford "Ruby Bridges was an African American child who went to elementary school in the 1950s. One day she had to start going to a different school, a school for white children, where almost no one liked her." Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes It is a good idea to have a U.S. map on display for quick reference to some of the places mentioned.
Week 33, Day 4---Day 5 The Wall This book is called The …
Week 33, Day 4---Day 5 The Wall This book is called The Wall, and it was written by Eve Bunting. It was illustrated by Ronald Himler. The wall is in Washington, DC, and it has the names of all the people killed during the Viet Nam War. There are 58,000 names on the wall. That war ended long ago but people still think about those they knew who died. Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes The text in this book is not very challenging but it is useful in evoking some higher-order thinking. Locating in advance a few photos through a google image search would complement the watercolors in the book. You may wish to quickly indicate Vietnam on a wall map, but it is probably not in the spirit of the book to turn this read-aloud into a geography lesson. Bunting does not even mention which war it is, except in the endnote.
Week 16, Day 1 Tornado--fiction-- by Betsy Byars, illustrated by Doron Ben-Ami …
Week 16, Day 1 Tornado--fiction-- by Betsy Byars, illustrated by Doron Ben-Ami In this book, the word tornado has two meanings. It is a powerful storm, of course, but it is also the name of a special dog. Develop or Activate Background Knowledge: Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes There are many opportunities in this book to make science tie-ins with weather and storms. Many activities are possible for your science time, such as making a tornado in a bottle. Video clips of tornados are also helpful, through YouTube or educational sites, like www.noaa.gov.
Week 18, Day 3---4 Who’s Buying? Who’s Selling?---nonfiction This book is called …
Week 18, Day 3---4 Who’s Buying? Who’s Selling?---nonfiction This book is called Who’s Buying? Who’s Selling? by Jennifer S. Larson. It’s all about how we use our money to get the things we want. Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary vocabulary diagram Teach Text Structure table of contents Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading diagrams Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response visual: chart Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes There are many abstract concepts in this book, but they are all important. You will find frequent chances to review them. For the second day, have on hand an object that has high appeal for boys and girls alike.
Week 12, Day 5 Wolf Island--fiction--by Celia Godkin (based on true events) …
Week 12, Day 5 Wolf Island--fiction--by Celia Godkin (based on true events) Develop or Activate Background Knowledge Diagram: Food Chain Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Meaning Vocabulary Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses
The Story Map interactive is designed to assist students in prewriting and …
The Story Map interactive is designed to assist students in prewriting and postreading activities by focusing on the key elements of character, setting, conflict, and resolution.
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