- I can work with a partner to write a proof paragraph for our literary analysis. (W.5.2a, W.5.2b, W.5.2c, W.5.2d, W.5.9a)
- I can link ideas in my literary analysis essay using words, phrases, and clauses. (W.5.2c)
- I can read aloud an excerpt of The Most Beautiful Roof in the World with accuracy and fluency. (RF.5.4a, RF.5.4c)
These are the CCS Standards addressed in this lesson:
- RL.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
- RF.5.4: Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.
- RF.5.4a: Read grade-level text with purpose and understanding.
- RF.5.4c: Use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition and understanding, rereading as necessary.
- W.5.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
- W.5.2a: Introduce a topic clearly, provide a general observation and focus, and group related information logically; include formatting (e.g., headings), illustrations, and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
- W.5.2b: Develop the topic with facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples related to the topic.
- W.5.2c: Link ideas within and across categories of information using words, phrases, and clauses (e.g., in contrast, especially).
- W.5.2d: Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.
- W.5.9: Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
- W.5.9a: Apply grade 5 Reading standards to literature (e.g., "Compare and contrast two or more characters, settings, or events in a story or a drama, drawing on specific details in the text [e.g., how characters interact]").
- L.5.1: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.
- L.5.2: Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.
- L.5.5: Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings.
Daily Learning Targets
Ongoing Assessment
- Second proof paragraph of literary analysis essay (W.5.2a, W.5.2b, W.5.2c, W.5.2d, W.5.9a)
- Self-assessment on Reading Fluency Checklist (RF.5.4a, RF.5.4c)
Agenda
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1. Opening A. Engaging the Reader: Assembling Evidence 2 (5 minutes) B. Reviewing Learning Targets (5 minutes) 2. Work Time A. Planning and Drafting Proof Paragraph 2 (25 minutes) B. Linking Words (15 minutes) 3. Closing and Assessment A. Reading Fluency: The Most Beautiful Roof in the World, Page 31 (10 minutes) 4. Homework A. Reading Fluency: Practice reading aloud an excerpt of The Most Beautiful Roof in the World. See the Reading Fluency chart in your Unit 2 homework for some excerpt suggestions. B. Accountable Research Reading. Select a prompt to respond to in the front of your independent reading journal. |
Purpose of lesson and alignment to standards:
How it builds on previous work:
Areas in which students may need additional support:
Assessment guidance:
Down the road:
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In Advance
- Prepare the Assembling Evidence 2: Evidence Chunks by cutting out the chunks (see supporting materials).
- Based on students' progress in Lesson 9, determine any whole group teaching points, particularly related to their first proof paragraph. Address these points before students begin writing their second proof paragraph.
- Post: Learning targets, Literary Analysis anchor chart, Working to Become Effective Learners anchor chart, and Fluent Readers Do These Things anchor chart.
Tech and Multimedia
- Work Time A: For students who benefit from hearing the text read aloud multiple times, consider using a text-to-speech tool like Natural Reader, SpeakIt! for Google Chrome, or the Safari reader. Note that to use a web-based text-to-speech tool like SpeakIt! or Safari reader, you will need to create an online doc, such as a Google Doc, containing the text.
- Work Time B: Students use a word processing document, such as a Google Doc, to write their proof paragraphs.
- Work Time B: Students write their proof paragraph using Speech to Text facilities activated on devices, or using an app or software like Dictation.io.
- Closing and Assessment A: Record students reading the text aloud using software or apps such as Audacity or GarageBand.
Supporting English Language Learners
Supports guided in part by CA ELD Standards 5.I.A.1, 5.I.A.2, 5.I.B.6a, 5.I.B.7, 5.I.C.10a, 5.I.C.11a, 5.I.C.12a, 5.II.A.1, 5.II.A.2b, 5.II.C.6
Important points in the lesson itself
- The basic design of this lesson supports ELLs with opportunities to discuss and write a proof paragraph with another student, thereby creating an ideal context for language development. Students are exposed to linking language, which can help make their writing more comprehensible.
- ELLs may find using linking words challenging. They review 21 linking words and phrases from Module 1 in this lesson. ELLs may not have learned or may not remember the meaning of most of them. Consider lightening the load for ELLs by highlighting the most frequently used linking phrases in this unit and those that will be most useful in student texts (e.g., and, but, for example, also). You might also provide time for ELLs to use a paper or online dictionary to translate the words. To use linking words effectively, ELLs need to know about the English clause and phrase system. Therefore, they have to know what an independent clause is, which means they need to understand how to identify a subject with a verb. Be explicit about these grammar terms (or use equivalent terms, such as "complete thought" for "independent clause"). Not all languages require a subject and a verb to form an independent clause. However, nearly all languages use coordinating conjunctions to connect clauses. Use these facts as a departure point for talking with ELLs about English. This information may be new and possibly overwhelming for students. Reassure them and encourage them to do their best, emphasizing that learning these terms and concepts will help them write clearly over time.
Levels of support
For lighter support:
- Invite students to substitute linking phrases that are synonymous with the linking phrases on the Linking Words and Phrases handout to create variety and interest in their writing. (e.g., For example = For instance)
- Invite students to work as the expert in home language groups with students who need heavier support. The expert can explain how to use key English linking language such as and, also, another, and so in contrast with the usage in the home language. Provide the expert with simple sentences to link as a demonstration for other students.
For heavier support:
- Display four bulleted blanks and ask students to help you label them with the structure for the concrete language and sensory details essay, i.e., Introduction with Focus Statement, Proof Paragraph 1, Proof Paragraph 2, Conclusion.
- For Opening A, on separate strips, write a phrase that describes the gist of each chunk strip and distribute the gist strips to ELLs who need heavier support. Invite them to match the gist strip to the chunk strip before they sequence the chunk strips.
- Provide students with a cloze copy of the Literary Analysis Essay: Proof Paragraph 2 (example, for teacher reference). Leave out key words or phrases and invite students in pairs to fill in the blanks. Consider providing a word bank for them to choose from, too.
- Consider highlighting one or two examples of effective use of linking words and one or two examples for improvement in ELL texts in advance.
- Remove the linking words from a copy of the model essay and allow ELLs to add the correct linking word back into the blanks.
Universal Design for Learning
- Multiple Means of Representation: Some students may need additional support accessing the various skills and tools needed during the writing process. Visually capture the analysis of the model essay so that students can reference it as they write. As much as possible, provide varied representations for planning writing. Example: Allow students to orally plan their introduction with their partner before writing.
- Multiple Means of Action and Expression: To enable students to synthesize a large amount of information as they write, allow differentiated methods for writing their introduction paragraph. (Example: Invite students to use colored pencils to "paint" the different sentences as part of the checklist criteria. This will visually reinforce the key components of the introductory paragraph and also promote self-monitoring for students.)
- Multiple Means of Engagement: During a writing activity, provide multiple formats of lined paper. (Examples: Skipping lines by giving lined paper with every other line highlighted or starred. Provide paper that has an empty box for sketching an idea before writing it.) Offer students a choice of format that best suits their learning needs. This will not only help them to accomplish the writing task but also to take ownership of their own learning. Help students manage their frustration during writing by offering a list of options that students can take if they get frustrated or don't know what to do next. This list could include options such as: reference the anchor chart, ask an elbow partner, look at my note-catcher, etc.
Vocabulary
Key: Lesson-Specific Vocabulary (L); Text-Specific Vocabulary (T); Vocabulary Used in Writing (W)
- link (L)
- concrete language, sensory detail (W)
Materials
- Assembling Evidence 2: Evidence Chunks (one set per student and one set to display)
- Model Essay: Concrete and Sensory Language in The Great Kapok Tree (from Lesson 7; one per student and one to display)
- Literary Analysis Essay anchor chart (begun in Lesson 8)
- Informative Writing Planning graphic organizer (from Lesson 7; one per student and one to display)
- Explaining Quotes: Concrete and Sensory Language note-catcher (from Lesson 6; one per student)
- Working to Become Effective Learners anchor chart (begun in Module 1)
- Informative Writing Planning graphic organizer (from Lesson 7; example, for teacher reference)
- Literary Analysis Essay: Partner Version (begun in Lesson 8; added to during Work Time A; one per student)
- Informative Writing Checklist (from Lesson 8; added to during Work Time A; one per student)
- Explaining Quotes handout (from Lesson 2; one per student and one to display)
- Literary Analysis Essay: Proof Paragraph 2 (example, for teacher reference)
- Linking Words and Phrases (from Module 1; one per student and one for display)
- Fluent Readers Do These Things anchor chart (begun in Module 1)
- Reading Fluency Checklist (from Lesson 8; one per student)
- The Most Beautiful Roof in the World (one per student)
Materials from Previous Lessons
New Materials
Assessment
Each unit in the 3-5 Language Arts Curriculum has two standards-based assessments built in, one mid-unit assessment and one end of unit assessment. The module concludes with a performance task at the end of Unit 3 to synthesize their understanding of what they accomplished through supported, standards-based writing.
Opening
Opening | Meeting Students' Needs |
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A. Engaging the Reader: Assembling Evidence 2 (5 minutes)
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B. Reviewing Learning Targets (5 minutes)
"What does link mean? Why is this important in a literary analysis essay?" (Link means to connect, and this is important so that the reader understands how each part of the essay is connected to the focus statement and also how the essay is sequenced so that the order makes sense.) |
Examples:
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Work Time
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A. Planning and Drafting Proof Paragraph 2 (25 minutes)
"Which of the criteria do you think we are working on today when writing the second proof paragraph?"
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"Can you say that in your own words?" (The author's descriptions help us imagine the terrible things that might happen to the rainforest, like the trees disappearing.) (MMR)
"How might you make each element clearer?" (using one of the phrases from the Explaining Quotes Handout) (MMAE)
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B. Linking Words (15 minutes)
"Can you figure out why I invited you to add linking language? I'll give you time to think and discuss with a partner." (Responses will vary.) "What strategies helped you succeed in adding linking language? I'll give you time to think and discuss with a partner." (Responses will vary.)
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"Think back on how we linked arms. What is the simile or metaphor for our arms and the words we discussed in Work Time B? How are our linked arms similar to our linked ideas when we write?" (Responses will vary but may include: Linking words connect our ideas into a unified essay like our linked arms connected students into a unified class.) (MMR)
"Why are linking words and phrases important?" (to make writing clearer, help the reader go easily from one idea to the next, and explain how one idea makes sense with the next idea). (MMR)
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Closing & Assessments
Closing | Meeting Students' Needs |
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A. Reading Fluency: The Most Beautiful Roof in the World, Page 31 (10 minutes)
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Homework
Homework | Meeting Students' Needs |
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A. Reading Fluency: Practice reading aloud an excerpt of The Most Beautiful Roof in the World. See the Reading Fluency chart in your Unit 2 homework for some excerpt suggestions. B. Accountable Research Reading. Select a prompt to respond to in the front of your independent reading journal. |
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