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Examining How Word Choice Contributes to Tone and Meaning: Close Reading of “Wet and Crying” Lesson PlanExamining How Word Choice Contributes to Tone and Meaning: Close Reading of “Wet and Crying” Lesson Plan
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EngageNY
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8th
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English Language Arts
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Duration
45 mins
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2014
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Examining How Word Choice Contributes to Tone and Meaning: Close Reading of “Wet and Crying”

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Scholars participate in a Write-Pair-Share activity while answering questions about the meaning of words in "Wet and Crying." They use their Write-Pair-Share note-catchers to guide their thoughts and then share with the class. After group sharing, they prepare for an independent writing task.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

word choice, tone, word meanings

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Discuss how to locate essential words that develop a text's meaning

Classroom Considerations

  • Lesson 12 of 14 in Grade 8 ELA Module 1, Unit 1
  • Complete lessons in order

Pros

  • Includes tips for meeting the needs of all students
  • Offers an agenda with time outlines for activities 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RL.8.1 RL.8.4 SL.8.1.a

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