| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Book club |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| 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 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
English
Book Club
Grade 7
30 minutes
20 students
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the book club topic. Explain objectives and how the lesson will unfold. |
| 2 | Book Selection | 5 min | Present the list of available books. Allow students to vote or discuss which book to read. |
| 3 | Card Distribution | 5 min | Hand out the printable discussion cards to each student with instructions on how to fill them. |
| 4 | Guided Group Discussion | 10 min | Facilitate discussions in small groups, using prompts from the printed cards. Encourage students to share thoughts and insights about the book. |
| 5 | Random Card Collection/Check | 3 min | Collect or randomly check the discussion cards filled out by students to assess participation. |
| 6 | Conclusion & Reflection | 2 min | Wrap up the session by summarizing the key points discussed. Collect feedback on the activity. |
Assign students to write a short reflection (1-2 paragraphs) on their reading experience and discuss what they found most interesting about the book. Students will submit this reflection via an online platform (Google Classroom or similar) for assessment, ensuring no presentations are required in class.
This lesson plan aligns with the national standards for English Language Arts, emphasizing reading comprehension, collaborative discussions, and critical thinking skills within the context of literature.
“Good morning, everyone! Today, we’re going to dive into a fun and engaging activity that we all love—Book Club! Throughout this lesson, we’re going to enhance our reading comprehension skills, develop our critical thinking and discussion abilities, and encourage collaborative learning. By the end of our time together today, you will have chosen a book to read in our club, shared your thoughts, and learned from your classmates’ insights. Let’s have a great session!”
“Now, let’s move on to the exciting part—book selection! I have a list of books that we can choose from for our club. I’ll read through the titles, and I want you to think about which one sounds most interesting to you. Once I finish, we’ll have a vote to see which book we’ll be reading together.
Here are the options: [insert list of available books].
Okay, take a moment to discuss these choices with your neighbor. Which book captures your attention? Once you’ve talked it over, we’ll take a quick vote!”
“Now that we’ve chosen our book, it’s time for you all to receive your discussion cards! These cards will help guide our conversations about the book.
I am going to pass out one card to each of you. Please take a look at the card and notice the prompts on it. Each card has questions or topics that will help you articulate your thoughts and prepare for our discussion.
Make sure to read your card carefully and think about how you would like to respond to these prompts during our group discussions!”
“Let’s get into our small groups now! I want you to form groups of four or five. Find a spot in the classroom where you can discuss freely. Once you’re settled, I’ll give you about ten minutes to share what you’ve written down on your discussion cards. Don’t forget to encourage everyone in your group to participate!
As a reminder, the goal is to share thoughts, insights, and different perspectives about the book. Use the prompts on your cards to guide the conversation. I’ll walk around to listen in and assist if needed. Ready? Let's start!”
“Okay, everyone, let’s wrap up our discussions! Please finish your last thoughts. Now, I’d like to collect your discussion cards. I’ll come around and check them. This will help me assess how well everyone participated and what insights were shared. Remember, this is not about grading you but understanding what we’ve learned together. Thank you for sharing!”
“Thank you for participating in today’s Book Club session! I really enjoyed hearing your perspectives and discussions. To conclude our lesson, let’s summarize some of the key points we discussed. What were some interesting views or insights that stood out to you?
Lastly, for your homework, I’d like you to write a short reflection—just one or two paragraphs. Share your reading experience and highlight what you found most interesting about the book. You will submit this reflection on Google Classroom by the end of the week.
Great work today, everyone! I can’t wait to see you all next class!”
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What book titles were presented for selection in our Book Club? | |
| Why is it important to discuss our thoughts with classmates while reading? | |
| How will discussion cards assist you during your group conversations? | |
| What are some strategies to encourage participation in your reading group? | |
| Can you name one interesting insight or perspective that was shared in your group? | |
| Why do you think reflection on our reading experience is valuable? | |
| How can collaborative learning enhance our understanding of the book we choose? | |
| What was your favorite part of today’s Book Club session? | |
| How did you decide on the book you wanted to read? | |
| What did you learn from your classmates' insights during the discussion? |