Lesson Plan

The Painted Essay: The Introductory Paragraph

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Mimic the model for the perfect essay. Scholars work in groups to analyze a model painted essay The Electric Motor. They compare the structure of the model essay to the painted essay template they created in the previous activity. The teacher guides learners as they identify the parts of the introductory paragraph by color coding. Readers then practice what they learned using a passage about the invention of basketball.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • If time is a factor, pre-color code sections and allow learners to piece together
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson nine of 13 in 5th Grade ELA Module 2B, Unit 2
  • Assumes students complete lessons in order
  • Uses highlighters, colored pencils, or crayons
Pros
  • Includes a completed coded essay for teacher reference
  • Lists suggestions to meet the needs of all pupils
Cons
  • None
Common Core