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| What to create | Lesson plan |
| Which subject | No subject |
| What topic | Create a Day 2 Core Block lesson for a multi-age group (grades K–5) using the weekly theme “Business & Finance.” The mentor text is “Grand Opening: A Civic Square Story,” where AJ, Liam, Simay, and Onyx brainstorm ideas for their new shops. Today’s academic focus should include: Reading: Retelling key events from the planning scenes Writing: Writing a star detail sentence about a store idea Grammar: Using commas in a list Math: Rounding multiple prices to find a total cost The lesson must include the following components: A short overview paragraph explaining the purpose of the day’s lesson and how it supports the goals of the Business & Finance District. A separate “I Can” statements” section that clearly states: What the student will do (skill,) How they will apply it (context or example task,) and Why it matters (real-world or roleplay connection). A Hook that connects the mentor story and district theme across all four subjects to activate student thinking |
| What length (min) | 90 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
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| Any other preferences | A very detailed, structured breakdown for each subject area (Reading, Writing, Grammar, Math) that includes: A clear Teaching Point Start this section with: “We are learning to…” that explains why the skill is important, how it connects to the student's role as a business owner, and what strategy or thinking skill will be used to approach it, Thorough Teacher Modeling with examples and teacher talk, and Guided Practice using discussion, partner work, manipulatives, or prompts This section should be well-developed and provide sufficient instructional depth to guide a multi-age group., partner work, or manipulatives A detailed Independent Work section with differentiated tasks for: K–2, 3–5 students. A Reflection Prompt that links the day’s academic work to student roles as business owners in Civic Square. Use natural teacher voice, embedded examples, and scaffolded instruction across all levels. |
Today's lesson aims to engage students in the theme of "Business & Finance" through the mentor text “Grand Opening: A Civic Square Story.” Students will explore the planning scenes as they retell key events, express their creativity by developing store ideas, practice grammatical skills with commas in lists, and apply mathematical skills by rounding prices to calculate total costs. This integrated approach not only reinforces academic skills but also immerses students in the real-world context of entrepreneurship, preparing them for potential roles as business owners in their community.
I can retell key events from the planning scenes in the story.
I can write a star detail sentence about my store idea.
I can use commas in a list to organize items effectively.
I can round multiple prices to calculate a total cost.
To kick off the lesson, we will read an excerpt from “Grand Opening: A Civic Square Story” that describes the excitement of brainstorming store ideas. After reading, students will be prompted to think about what types of businesses interest them. They will share their thoughts in small groups, fostering collaboration and excitement as they prepare to launch their own creative stores in Civic Square. This connection between the story and their own imaginations will set the stage for the day's activities.
We are learning to retell key events from the planning scenes in order to understand the process of starting a business. This skill is crucial as it allows us to reflect on successful strategies that business owners use.
The teacher will display a storyboard with main events from the story, highlighting the brainstorming phase. The teacher will model how to retell these events based on the storyboard, emphasizing key details. For instance, "AJ suggested a bakery because he loves to bake, and then Simay added that they could host cupcake-decorating parties."
Students will work in partners to fill out a story map of their chosen events from the text. They will discuss their contributions and share the results with the class. This collaborative retelling reinforces comprehension through peer interaction.
We are learning to write a star detail sentence about our store ideas in order to clearly communicate our business concepts. This skill will help us effectively market our ideas to others.
The teacher will model creating a star detail sentence using the example of a pet store. "At my pet store, I will sell fluffy kittens, energetic puppies, and fun hamster toys." The teacher will highlight the importance of vivid details to engage potential customers.
Students will brainstorm store ideas and draft their own star detail sentences. They will use sentence starters and prompts to assist with writing, encouraging them to add sensory details that attract customers.
We are learning to use commas in a list so our writing is clear and easy to read. Good communication is vital for business success.
The teacher will demonstrate how to correctly list items using commas, such as: "Our store will sell apples, bananas, oranges, and grapes." The teacher will explain the function of commas in separating items.
Students will work in pairs to create a list of items their store will sell, ensuring they use commas correctly. They can share their lists with another pair for feedback, fostering collaboration and peer learning.
We are learning to round multiple prices to find a total cost in order to maintain accurate financial records. This skill is essential for budgeting and price setting in businesses.
The teacher will demonstrate rounding prices to the nearest dollar, using sample prices such as $2.49 (rounded to $2), $3.75 (rounded to $4), and $6.20 (rounded to $6). The teacher will show how to add these rounded numbers to find the total cost.
Using manipulatives like play money or price tags, students will practice rounding prices and adding them up in small groups. They will receive guidance from the teacher to check their work for accuracy.
At the end of the lesson, students will reflect on their roles as business owners in Civic Square by answering the following prompt: "What is one important skill we learned today that will help us run our own business successfully?" This encourages them to think critically about their learning and its real-world applications.
By engaging students through a well-structured and integrated lesson plan, we aim to cultivate their understanding of business and finance while developing essential academic skills.