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Drafting an Analytical Mini-Essay: Using Partner Talk and Graphic Organizers to Guide Thinking Lesson PlanDrafting an Analytical Mini-Essay: Using Partner Talk and Graphic Organizers to Guide Thinking Lesson Plan
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EngageNY
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6th
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English Language Arts
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Duration
1 hr
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Year
2014
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Drafting an Analytical Mini-Essay: Using Partner Talk and Graphic Organizers to Guide Thinking

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  • Grade 6 ELA Full Module 1 (.pdf)
  • Grade 6 ELA Module 1 Updates: June 2015 (.pdf)
  • Grade 6 ELA Full Module 1, Unit 2 (.pdf)
  • Grade 6 ELA Module 1: Unit 2, Lesson 10 (.html)
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Moving on up ... Scholars take a look at how the author of the model essay Elements of Mythology and Theme of Cronus moved up in the writing process from a graphic organizer to an essay. After walking through the writing process of the model essay, pupils partner with a peer and begin writing a mini essay of their own. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

mythology, literary themes, supporting details

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Discuss the differences in an essay and a mini essay

Classroom Considerations

  • Installment 10 of 20 consecutive parts in Grade 6 ELA Module 1, Unit 2
  • Complete lessons in order
  • Create pairs for partner work in advance

Pros

  • Includes clear directions for mini essay writing
  • Offers teacher notes and tips for the lesson that more clearly explain the goals

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RL.6.1 RI.6.1 W.6.2.a W.6.2.b W.6.2.c W.6.2.d W.6.2.e W.6.2.f W.6.5 W.6.9.a W.6.9.b

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