Lesson Plan

Close Reading: Blue Creek, a Rainforest in Belize (Page 12)

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Peace and quiet. After reading page 12 of The Most Beautiful Roof in the World, scholars participate in a silent conversation with a chalk talk activity. They take turns describing how the rainforest is diverse by writing on chart paper. Learners complete a second read of the page and answer text-dependent questions.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Discuss biodiversity in other ecosystems/biomes and ask pupils to determine which is more diverse
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson four of 15 in Grade 5 ELA Module 2a, Unit 2
  • Order of lessons matters
  • Uses chart paper and markers
Pros
  • Includes answers to questions
  • Offers ideas for meeting the needs of all readers
Cons
  • None
Common Core