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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Refugee by Alan Gratz |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 8 |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Number of slides | 5 |
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Refugee by Alan Gratz
Year 8 (Grade 8)
English Language Arts
20 students
This lesson aligns with the standards for reading comprehension, analysis of literature, and development of empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives as outlined in the Common Core State Standards (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.8.1).
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Topic | 5 mins | Briefly introduce the book "Refugee" and its author Alan Gratz. Discuss what students know about refugees. |
| 2 | Read Aloud | 10 mins | Choose a key passage from "Refugee." Read it aloud to the class, modeling fluent reading and expression. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 5 mins | Divide students into small groups. Ask them to discuss their thoughts and feelings about the passage read. |
| 4 | Character Analysis | 5 mins | Provide students with graphic organizers to identify and analyze key characters introduced in the book. |
| 5 | Share and Reflect | 3 mins | Invite groups to share key points from their discussions and analysis with the class. |
| 6 | Wrap-Up and Homework Assignment | 2 mins | Summarize main themes discussed in the lesson. Assign homework: Write a short paragraph reflecting on what was learned. |
Students will write a short paragraph reflecting on their understanding of the challenges faced by characters in "Refugee" and how it relates to real-world issues. Homework will be checked for completion without any student presentations required.