| aidemia--modules-lessonplan_request | Titles of parts of the lesson must be formatted as headings |
| What to create | Lesson plan |
| Which subject | No subject |
| What topic | Day 4 Core Block lesson for a multi-age group (K–5) using the weekly theme “Business & Finance.” Mentor text: “Grand Opening: A Civic Square Story,” where AJ, Liam, Simay, and Onyx begin setting up their shops and pricing items. Today’s academic focus includes: Reading: Comparing character decisions. Writing: Writing a persuasive sentence to attract customers. Grammar: Using conjunctions to connect ideas. Math: Solving multi-step problems using rounded prices. 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. Separate Objectives section that say “I Can” statements” that clearly states: academic skill being practiced, application of the skill to the student’s business idea or role, and context or task in which the student will apply it. 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 |
| Include homework | |
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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 section that links the day’s academic work to student roles in running a business in Civic Square. Use natural teacher voice, embedded examples, and scaffolded instruction across all levels. |
In today's lesson focused on the theme of "Business & Finance," students in grades K–5 will engage with the mentor text "Grand Opening: A Civic Square Story." The narrative follows AJ, Liam, Simay, and Onyx as they prepare to set up shops and determine prices for their items. This lesson is designed to develop students’ understanding of business concepts through the lenses of reading, writing, grammar, and math. By comparing character decisions, writing persuasive sentences, using conjunctions, and solving multi-step math problems, students will gain essential skills that support their roles as future business owners in the Civic Square.
To spark interest and activate prior knowledge, the teacher will display colorful visuals of various shops and products. Students will discuss:
The teacher will briefly share how AJ, Liam, Simay, and Onyx each decided on their shop’s offerings and what influenced their pricing decisions. This will set the stage for a deeper exploration of character choices and persuasive writing.
We are learning to compare character decisions in "Grand Opening: A Civic Square Story." This skill is essential for understanding different perspectives, which will help us make better decisions in our own businesses.
The teacher reads aloud a section of the text where the characters decide how to price their items. The teacher will highlight the reasoning behind each character's decision and ask guiding questions such as:
Students will break into small groups to discuss the choices made by the characters. They will each select a character and share their reasoning for that character's decisions. The teacher will circulate to support discussions and ensure understanding.
We are learning to write persuasive sentences to attract customers to our businesses. This is important because effective advertising can influence customers’ choices.
The teacher provides a sample sentence: "Come buy our delicious cupcakes, made with the freshest ingredients, for only $1!" The teacher discusses what makes this sentence persuasive, including the use of sensory language and a clear call to action.
Students will work in pairs to draft their own persuasive sentences about their business. The teacher will provide sentence starters and prompts for students needing additional support. Pairs will share their sentences with another group for feedback.
We are learning to use conjunctions to connect ideas. This skill helps us make our writing clearer and more engaging.
The teacher explains conjunctions (and, but, or) with examples from the text: “AJ wants to sell cupcakes, but he also needs to find a good location.” The teacher highlights how conjunctions create smooth transitions between ideas.
Using a conjunctions chart, students will work together to combine their earlier persuasive sentences into more complex statements. The teacher will provide targeted feedback and support where necessary.
We are learning to solve multi-step problems using rounded prices. This is essential for managing financial decisions in our shops.
The teacher presents a problem involving pricing: "If Simay sells 5 shirts for $15 each and offers a 10% discount, how much will she earn?" The teacher demonstrates rounding and breaking down the problem step-by-step.
Students will work in small groups to tackle similar problems using manipulatives (e.g., counting chips or play money) to visualize the concepts. The teacher will guide groups through problem-solving strategies.
Students will reconvene as a whole group to discuss what they learned today about character decisions, persuasive writing, conjunctions, and math in the context of running a business. The teacher will guide a reflection on how these skills will help them succeed in their roles in Civic Square. Students can share insights and discuss challenges they faced during the lesson.
Overall, today's lesson intertwines foundational academic skills with practical business applications, preparing students to think critically and creatively as they envision their future entrepreneurial endeavors.