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Which subject	English
What topic	Realistic fiction using SAVVAS unit 3 week 1
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Realistic Fiction using SAVVAS Unit 3, Week 1

Objectives

• Understand the characteristics of realistic fiction.
• Identify key elements of a story including characters, setting, and plot.
• Analyze a short realistic fiction text and discuss the themes and messages.
• Engage in collaborative discussions about realistic fiction with peers.

Materials

• SAVVAS Unit 3, Week 1 Text: Short realistic fiction story
• Whiteboard and markers
• Student notebooks
• Handouts with comprehension questions
• Projector (if needed for visual aids)

Grade/Age Group

Grade 3 to 5 (ages 8-11)

Subject

English Language Arts

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the national curriculum for English Language Arts by promoting reading comprehension, critical thinking, and collaborative learning.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Realistic Fiction	5 min	Introduce the topic of realistic fiction. Ask students what they know and share examples.
2	Read Aloud	10 min	Read the selected text from SAVVAS Unit 3 aloud to the class, emphasizing key elements.
3	Guided Discussion	5 min	Facilitate a discussion about the text. Questions: Who are the characters? What is the setting?
4	Group Activity	5 min	Split students into small groups (4 students each) to identify elements of realistic fiction in the text.
5	Independent Practice	3 min	Hand out comprehension questions for students to answer independently.
6	Conclusion and Homework	2 min	Review key points from the lesson. Assign homework to write a short realistic fiction paragraph due next class.

Homework

Students will write a short paragraph of realistic fiction for homework, focusing on including well-developed characters and a clear plot. The homework will be checked for completion without individual presentations.

Lesson script