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| Which subject | English |
| What topic | Explanatory writing about a novel characterization |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
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| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
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Explanatory Writing About Novel Characterization
Flexible (appropriate for middle and high school students)
English Language Arts
20 students
This lesson aligns with the standards for reading comprehension, writing, and analysis of literary texts.
Students will write a 1-2 paragraph explanatory piece on a chosen character from their novel, due next class. Responses will be collected for evaluation without presentations.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Characterization | 5 | Discuss what characterization is, using examples from known novels. |
| 2 | Identifying Character Traits | 10 | Students work in pairs to analyze a character from their novel using a graphic organizer. |
| 3 | Explanation of Explanatory Writing | 5 | Explain the structure of an explanatory writing piece, emphasizing clarity and detail. |
| 4 | Guided Writing Practice | 5 | Instruct students to draft their explanatory piece using their organizers and notes. |
| 5 | Sharing and Feedback | 3 | Allow students to share ideas with a partner; encourage constructive feedback. |
| 6 | Wrap-Up and Homework Assignment | 2 | Recap key points from the lesson; remind students to complete their homework. |
Encourage students to think critically about how a character's traits influence their actions and the narrative of the novel. Provide support and clarification as necessary throughout the lesson.