Lesson Plan

Presentation of Events: Comparing Two Authors

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Give a little clue! Readers learn how context clues can help them determine the meaning of words by viewing a Context Clues Resource sheet then completing a Context Clues practice sheet. They then compare events presented by two different authors while reading  Biological Energy—Here, Let Me Fix It! and A New Home for DDT. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Use a different color marker or pen to represent each article to help pupils easily identify author's perspectives when viewing ideas
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson six of 15 in Grade 6 ELA Module 4, Unit 2
  • Builds on previous installments
Pros
  • Includes graphic organizers for comparing articles
  • Offers ideas for meeting the needs of struggling learners
Cons
  • None
Common Core