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Which subject	Reading
What topic	Novel: Pictures of Hollis Woods
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 3
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Novel: Pictures of Hollis Woods

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify main characters in the novel.
• Students will analyze the plot structure.
• Students will discuss themes and personal connections to the story.
• Students will practice summarizing chapters read.

Materials

• Copies of "Pictures of Hollis Woods" (one per student)
• Whiteboard and markers
• Sticky notes
• Worksheets for character and plot analysis
• Projector (if available for showing relevant video clips or images)

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 3

Subject

Reading

Class Details

• Number of Students: 20
• Duration: 30 minutes

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (min)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Begin with a brief overview of "Pictures of Hollis Woods." Discuss the author and the book's setting. Ask students what they already know about the book.
2	Character Exploration	10	Divide students into pairs. Each pair will discuss main characters and jot down key traits on sticky notes. Share insights with the class. Use the whiteboard to compile a list of traits.
3	Plot Structure Discussion	8	Guide a discussion on the key events of the story so far. Use the projector for any relevant visuals. Focus on the beginning, middle, and end of the plot.
4	Theme Connection	5	Facilitate a class discussion about the themes of the novel, such as family, belonging, and identity. Encourage students to make personal connections to the themes.
5	Summary Practice	2	Instruct students to write a brief summary of the chapters covered so far on their worksheets. Use minutes to finish, and remind them to use their notes.
6	Closure and Homework Assignment	0	Wrap up the lesson. Assign students to read 2 more chapters for homework and summarize them in a journal. Remind them that no presentations are needed for homework completion.

Assessment

• Monitor student participation during discussions.
• Review character and plot analysis worksheets.
• Collect summaries to assess comprehension of the chapters read.

Homework

• Read Chapters X to Y from "Pictures of Hollis Woods."
• Write a summary of the chapters in their journals. (No presentations required.)

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson will be aligned with the standards for Reading Comprehension in the Common Core State Standards, focusing on character analysis, plot understanding, and theme exploration appropriate for Grade 3.

Lesson script