Take a closer look to determine the legacy. Learners participate in a close reading of an informational text about either Roberto Clemente or Althea Gibson. Next, they determine how their athlete broke barriers and created a legacy, writing their opinions in their journals. 

Concepts

close reading, informational texts, supporting evidence, opinion writing

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Instructional Ideas

• Play a video about Althea Gibson's legacy

Classroom Considerations

• Part two of 15 from the Grade 5 ELA Module 3A, Unit 3 series
• In advance, assign each student to an expert group

Pros

• Provides thorough teaching notes
• Offers strategies for differentiation 

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.5.1 W.5.7 W.5.8