| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Literature |
| What topic | My Family Divided by Diane Guerrero with Erica Moroz Young Adult Edition |
| What length (min) | 45 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | Students are reading a book about having undocumented parents living in the USA always feeling scared about them being deported and then they are deported, she looses her whole family in she is left in the US alone |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
My Family Divided by Diane Guerrero with Erica Moroz Young Adult Edition
Year/Grade 7
Literature
20 students
45 minutes
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the book and its author. Discuss the focus on family and immigration issues. |
| 2 | Read Aloud | 10 min | Read a selected excerpt from "My Family Divided". Highlight key themes and elements of fear and loss. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 10 min | Divide students into small groups (4-5 students each) to discuss their thoughts on the excerpt and its themes. |
| 4 | Printable Card Activity | 5 min | Distribute printable cards. Instruct students to fill in their reflections on the text and their feelings related to the themes discussed. |
| 5 | Checking Printable Cards | 5 min | Collect or randomly check the filled cards to monitor engagement and understanding without presenting. |
| 6 | Assign Homework | 5 min | Provide details on homework assignment related to the book, ensuring students understand the task. |
| 7 | Closing Discussion | 5 min | Summarize key insights from group discussions and reflections. Reinforce the importance of empathy and understanding. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we will be diving into a powerful book titled My Family Divided by Diane Guerrero, a story that touches on incredibly important themes of family, fear, and resilience. As we explore this text, we will gain insight into the experiences of undocumented families and foster our empathy and understanding of these issues. Let’s start by sharing what you may already know about the book or the author. Who has heard of Diane Guerrero before?"
"Now, I’d like everyone to settle down and listen carefully as I read an excerpt from My Family Divided. Pay special attention to the key themes of fear and loss, as these are significant throughout the narrative. [Begin reading selected excerpt.]
'…[Select key passages to engage students with the emotional weight and themes of the book.]…'
'Now that we have finished reading, let’s take a moment to think about how the characters may be feeling in this situation. What emotions did you sense while I was reading?"
"Now we’ll break into small groups for a discussion. I’d like you to form groups of about 4-5 students each. In your groups, talk about what you just heard in the excerpt. What thoughts and feelings come to mind regarding the themes we’ve discussed? How do you think these themes relate to your own lives or to society? You’ll have about 10 minutes for this discussion. Remember to listen to each other and respect differing viewpoints."
"Okay, class, I hope you had some meaningful discussions! Now, I have some printable cards for you to fill out. On these cards, I want you to jot down your reflections on the text we read today, as well as how you feel about the themes of family, fear, and resilience that we’ve explored. You can take a moment to think, then respond honestly with your feelings. You have 5 minutes to complete this activity."
"Thank you for sharing your thoughts on those cards! I’ll come around to check them. If you could pass them to the front, that would be great. I’ll be looking to see how engaged you were with the text and your reflections. Don’t worry; I’m not collecting them formally, but I want to make sure everyone is on the same page."
"Before we conclude, I want to share your homework assignment. I would like you to write a short reflection on what you've learned about the themes of family and resilience from today's lesson. You can relate it to your own experiences or the experiences of others you know or have read about. Please make it one page long, and I will give you a detailed rubric later. It will be due at the beginning of our next class. Does everyone understand?"
"Alright, let's come back together as a class. I’d love for you to share any key insights or thoughts that arose from your group discussions and your reflections. What stood out to you? Recognizing the importance of family and the challenges faced by undocumented families helps us become more empathetic individuals. Remember, it's crucial to maintain this understanding and support for one another. Thank you for your contributions today! I hope you have a wonderful day ahead."
| Slide Number | Image | Slide Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | {Image: A book cover of My Family Divided by Diane Guerrero} | - Title of the book: My Family Divided - Author: Diane Guerrero - Discuss themes: family, fear, resilience - Engage students: prior knowledge of the author or book |
| 2 | {Image: A person reading to a group} | - Key themes: fear and loss - Emotional impact of the narrative - Encourage students to reflect on character emotions during the reading |
| 3 | {Image: Students in a group discussion} | - Break into small groups (4-5 students) - Discuss thoughts and feelings about the excerpt - Relate themes to personal experiences and society |
| 4 | {Image: Printable cards with pens} | - Activity: Fill out printable reflection cards - Reflect on themes of family, fear, and resilience - 5 minutes to complete the activity |
| 5 | {Image: Classroom with students sharing} | - Share insights from group discussions - Importance of recognizing challenges faced by undocumented families - Foster empathy and mutual support |
What are the main themes presented in My Family Divided by Diane Guerrero? Provide at least three themes and briefly explain each.
After listening to the excerpt, what emotions did you identify in the characters? How did these emotions enhance your understanding of the story?
In your small group discussion, what personal experiences did you or your peers share that relate to the themes of family, fear, and resilience? Summarize one of the experiences shared.
Reflect on the characters' feelings discussed during the read-aloud. How do you think these feelings might relate to the experiences of undocumented families in our society today?
What insights did you gain from your group discussions about the importance of family? How can understanding the challenges faced by undocumented families impact your perspective?
Write a brief paragraph about how the themes of family and resilience are relevant to your own life or a situation you are familiar with. Give specific examples.
How do you plan to approach your homework reflection about the themes discussed in today's lesson? What key points do you want to include?
Main themes include:
Emotions identified may include fear, sadness, hope, or loss. These emotions help the reader connect with the characters and understand their experiences more deeply.
One example could be a peer sharing about a family member who faced similar challenges related to immigration or separation, illustrating the theme of resilience.
These feelings might relate to undocumented families in that they may experience similar fears regarding family separation and the unknown, highlighting the universal nature of these emotions.
Insights may include understanding that family support is crucial, and recognizing challenges faced can foster empathy and motivate actions to support those in need.
A personal connection might involve sharing experiences of support from family during tough times, linking it back to the themes of resilience.
Plan to focus on how the themes influenced your thoughts, and outline points regarding your own experiences and reflections on family and resilience.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the key themes explored in My Family Divided? | |
| How does Diane Guerrero's background influence her storytelling? | |
| What emotions did you sense in the characters during the reading? | |
| In what ways can the themes of fear and resilience relate to your life? | |
| How can understanding the experiences of undocumented families help us? | |
| What did you write on your printable card regarding family themes? | |
| Why is it important to discuss differing viewpoints during group work? | |
| How can we apply the lessons learned from this book to our community? | |
| What is your personal reflection on the theme of resilience? | |
| What insights did you gain from your group's discussion? |