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Researching about the Red Cross, Continued: How Did the Red Cross Aid Haiti After the 2010 Earthquake? Lesson PlanResearching about the Red Cross, Continued: How Did the Red Cross Aid Haiti After the 2010 Earthquake? Lesson Plan
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EngageNY
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5th
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English Language Arts
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Duration
45 mins
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Year
2014
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Researching about the Red Cross, Continued: How Did the Red Cross Aid Haiti After the 2010 Earthquake?

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This Researching about the Red Cross, Continued: How Did the Red Cross Aid Haiti After the 2010 Earthquake? lesson plan also includes:
  • Full Grade 5 ELA Module 4 (.pdf)
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  • Full Grade 5 ELA Module 4, Unit 3 (.pdf)
  • Grade 5 ELA Module 4: Unit 3, Lesson 5 (.html)
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What a puzzle! Scholars participate in a Jigsaw discussion within their expert groups, determining the gist of an article about the 2010 Haiti earthquake. As they read and discuss the article, they record thoughts on their note catchers. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

the red cross, disaster relief, the american red cross, informational texts, note-taking skills

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pupils research present-day Haiti to evaluate relief efforts following the 2010 earthquake

Classroom Considerations

  • Lesson five of 16 from the Grade 5 ELA Module 4, Unit 3 series
  • Post Four Corners sheets around the room in advance

Pros

  • Provides an answer key
  • Includes helpful tips for meeting all students' needs

Cons

  • None

Common Core

W.5.7 W.5.8 W.5.9.b SL.5.1.d

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