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This Launching the Text: Building Background Knowledge on Louie Zamperini and World War II (Preface, Pages 3–6) lesson plan also includes:
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Scholars participate in a gallery walk to examine photographs related to WWII and record thoughts about the pictures in note catchers. At the end of the gallery walk, pupils share their observations before participating in a discussion about the connections among all the photos.
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- Practice finding commonalities using photographs with other images (birthday parties, geographical areas, etc.)
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- Makes use of a timer and document camera
- First lesson in the 13-part series Grade 8 ELA Module 3A, Unit 1
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- Includes an agenda with time assigned to each activity
- Offers teaching notes to enhance the lesson
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