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Autism isn't an illness or a disability. In the first chapter of Animals in Translation, we learn about Temple Grandin's unique ability to understand animals through her experience with autism. Having read pages four through eight for homework the night before, ninth graders discuss the text structure and how it supports Grandin's central idea and claim.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have individuals write about their connection to animals or one animal in particular
- Invite an adult or peer on the autism spectrum to speak to your class about their experiences
Classroom Considerations
- Ensure that the learners in your class can discuss sensitive topics in a supportive and understanding way
- The second of 10 lessons in the informational reading unit
Pros
- Fosters a flipped classroom by assigning the reading as homework before the lesson
- Discussion questions are thought provoking
- Homework prompts learners to find their own definitions of two important terms
Cons
- None