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Lesson Plan: 4 Column Notes for "Song of the Trees" by Mildred Taylor

Grade Level: 6
Subject: Reading
Duration: 30 minutes
Topic: 4 Column Notes for "Song of the Trees"

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify key vocabulary words from "Song of the Trees."
• Students will learn how to create 4 column notes to help with comprehension.
• Students will use context to define new words and provide sentences demonstrating their understanding.

Materials Needed

• Copies of "Song of the Trees" by Mildred Taylor
• Paper for 4 column notes
• Pencils and erasers
• Whiteboard and markers

Introduction (5 minutes)

Begin the lesson by introducing the book "Song of the Trees" and discussing its themes and characters. Ask students about their prior knowledge of the book or similar stories.

Explanation of 4 Column Notes (5 minutes)

Explain the structure of 4 column notes:

1. Word: The vocabulary word found in the text.
2. Definition: The meaning of the word.
3. Sentence: A sentence using the word in context.
4. Image: A visual representation of the word.

Guided Practice (10 minutes)

Read a short excerpt from "Song of the Trees." As a class, select vocabulary words to write in the first column of the 4 column notes. For each word, guide the students to:

• Provide a definition
• Create a sentence
• Discuss potential images that represent the word.

Example Word Choices

1. Word: Cypress

   • Definition: A type of tree that grows in wet ground.
   • Sentence: The tall cypress trees were majestic against the blue sky.
   • Image: {The image of a tall cypress tree standing near a lake with lush greenery surrounding it.}

2. Word: Whisper

   • Definition: To speak very softly.
   • Sentence: She whispered to her brother instead of shouting.
   • Image: {The image of two children sitting under a tree, whispering to each other with a gentle breeze around them.}

3. Word: Courage

   • Definition: The ability to do something that frightens one.
   • Sentence: It takes a lot of courage to stand up for what is right.
   • Image: {The image of a young girl standing proudly with her hands on her hips, looking determined in the face of adversity.}

4. Word: Deforestation

   • Definition: The action of clearing a wide area of trees.
   • Sentence: Deforestation can lead to loss of wildlife and habitat.
   • Image: {The image of a barren landscape where trees have been cut down, with stumps remaining and some animals looking confused.}

Independent Practice (5 minutes)

Provide students with additional excerpts from the book and ask them to create their own 4 column notes using the vocabulary presented. Encourage them to think of words that they encounter and want to remember.

Sharing and Discussion (3 minutes)

Invite students to share one of their vocabulary words, its definition, and their sentence. Allow the class to offer feedback and discuss any differences in interpretations or sentences.

Closing (2 minutes)

Wrap up the lesson by highlighting the importance of vocabulary in understanding literature. Remind students to keep adding to their 4 column notes as they read further and to use them as tools for comprehension.

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By following this lesson plan, students will engage actively with the text "Song of the Trees" and enhance their vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.