Lesson Plan

Building Background Knowledge: The Myth of Cronus

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Scholars look at and describe a picture of Cronus and Rhea and discuss the process of making predictions. Learners then use the images to write a prediction about the myth of the gods on an index card before completing guided reading questions and selecting response questions about The Myth of Cronus. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Create a family tree of Cronus and Rhea (their parents and children)
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson 2 of 20 in Grade 6 ELA Module 1, Unit 2
  • Must teach lessons in order
  • Requires completing an anchor chart in advance
Pros
  • Uses images to gain interests in the text
  • Suggests strategies for meeting the needs of struggling learners
Cons
  • None
Common Core