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What part of a lesson	Reflection and recap
Which subject	English
What age group	Year or Grade 10
What topic	Themes, citing textual evidence, making inferences and point of view: RL.10.1,2,4,&6
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Reflection and Recap: Themes, Citing Evidence, Making Inferences, and Point of View

Objective

In this lesson, students will reflect on their understanding of themes, textual evidence, making inferences, and point of view as outlined in the English Language Arts standards RL.10.1, RL.10.2, RL.10.4, and RL.10.6. By the end of the lesson, students should be able to articulate their own interpretations and understand the importance of supporting their analyses with textual evidence.

Activity Overview: "Literary Insight Gallery Walk"

Preparation

1. Text Selection: Choose one or two literary texts studied during the unit that exemplify strong themes, varied points of view, and rich textual evidence, such as To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee or The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

2. Materials Needed:

   • Chart paper or large presentation boards
   • Markers, colored pencils
   • Sticky notes
   • Index cards
   • Copies of the chosen texts with relevant excerpts highlighted

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Group Work and Key Themes (15 minutes)

• Divide students into small groups (4-5 students each).
• Assign each group a specific theme from the selected texts (e.g., justice, social class, moral growth).
• Each group will:
  • Discuss the assigned theme.
  • Identify key passages that support this theme from the text.
  • Select one excerpt to write on a presentation board, ensuring they cite it properly.

2. Creating the Gallery (20 minutes)

• Groups will create a visual representation of their assigned theme on chart paper. This should include:
  • The theme statement prominently displayed.
  • The chosen text excerpt, citation included.
  • An illustration, metaphor, or symbol related to the theme.
• Each group will prepare a brief summary of why their theme is significant to the text and what point of view it reflects.

3. Gallery Walk (20 minutes)

• Arrange the chart papers around the classroom.
• Students will walk around in silence, observing each group’s presentation, while taking notes on the themes and textual evidence they find compelling.
• Students will use sticky notes to leave comments or questions about each theme.

4. Reflection and Inference (15 minutes)

• Students return to their seats and reflect on the following prompts:
  • What was one new insight or perspective you gained on a theme from a text today?
  • Which point of view do you think was the most compelling, and why?
  • How did the textual evidence cited influence your understanding of the themes explored?
• They will write their reflections on index cards, which can be collected at the end.

5. Class Discussion (10 minutes)

• Conduct a whole-class discussion where students share their reflections and insights.
• Encourage students to make connections between different themes and perspectives as they relate to current events or personal experiences.

Assessment

Students will be assessed on:

• Participation in group discussions and creation of the chart board.
• Quality of cited textual evidence on the boards.
• Thoughtfulness and depth of reflections written on index cards.
• Engagement during the gallery walk and class discussion.

Conclusion

This lesson will encourage students to actively engage with key literary concepts through collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. By reflecting on themes and supporting their ideas with textual evidence, students will deepen their understanding of the text's nuances and develop their analytical skills.