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| Which subject | Reading |
| What topic | Frederick by Leo Lionni |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| 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 |
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| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Reading
"Frederick" by Leo Lionni
Flexible (can be adapted for a variety of grade levels)
30 minutes
20
This lesson aligns with the Common Core State Standards for Reading Literature (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL) by focusing on key themes, character analysis, and comprehension skills.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the Book | 5 minutes | Introduce "Frederick" by discussing the author and themes. Ask students what they know about the seasons. |
| 2 | Read Aloud | 10 minutes | Read "Frederick" aloud to the class. Pause to ask predictive questions and gauge understanding. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 7 minutes | In small groups, students discuss their favorite parts and what they think the main message of the story is. |
| 4 | Character Analysis | 5 minutes | As a class, identify Frederick's traits and other characters. Use chart paper to visualize their responses. |
| 5 | Prediction Activity | 3 minutes | Students write predictions for what they think might happen next in the story on sticky notes. |
| 6 | Review and Homework Assignment | 2 minutes | Review lesson highlights and assign homework: write a short paragraph about the lesson's themes, due next class. |
Students will write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) discussing the themes of "Frederick" and how they relate to their own lives. Homework will be collected without presentations to allow for individual reflection, and feedback will be provided afterward.
Students will be assessed through participation in discussions and the quality of their homework assignments.
Teachers can adjust the complexity of the predictions and character analysis based on the students' reading levels.