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Socratic Seminar for Cold Sassy Tree Lesson PlanSocratic Seminar for Cold Sassy Tree Lesson Plan
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Socratic Seminar for Cold Sassy Tree

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Tired of giving the same old multiple-choice tests, and have the urge for a new assessment? Then bring the precision of a Socratic seminar into your classroom. Even if you did not read Cold Sassy Tree the organization and explanation on how to implement a Socratic seminar is top-notch. If using it for Cold Sassy Tree then your class will be hitting on all cylinders with this resource. It includes lesson plans for two periods, preparation guide, and a tracking grid. Add in your own fine tunings, and let the pupils start talking.

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Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Collaborative Learning
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Year
2009
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