Lesson Plan

Interpreting, Integrating, and Sharing Information: Using Charts and Graphs about DDT

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Is American growing fatter? Scholars begin with a mini lesson on reading charts and graphs using information about Human Body Fat in United States. They then transfer what they learned to charts and graphs using  harmful and beneficial consequences of DDT. Learners continue their practice using charts and graphs with a jigsaw activity where they answer questions about information around six stations.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Incorporate with health standards about fitness and healthy eating
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson 11 of 13 in Grade 6 ELA Module 4, Unit 1
  • Requires completing lessons in order
  • Complete anchor charts in advance
  • The video referenced for the assessment is no longer available, but other videos on DDT can be used instead
Pros
  • Includes whole group, individual, and small group work
  • Offers a variety of charts and graphs (line, bar, picture, etc)
Cons
  • None
Common Core