Lesson Plan

Analyzing Main Ideas and Supporting Details: “Growing Up Digital”

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Young scholars continue their exploration of adolescent brain development by reading an informational text, "Growing Up Digital," by Matt Richtel. Then, with partners, they complete note-catcher worksheets to capture the article's main idea. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • After reading the article, have partners discuss the pros and cons of using technology in school
Classroom Considerations
  • Installment nine of 10 from the Grade 7 ELA Module 4a, Unit 1 series, and order matters
  • Requires a digital projector for showing a multimedia feature 
Pros
  • Provides differentiation techniques
  • Includes worksheet answers for teacher reference
Cons
  • None
Common Core