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Introducing Historical Context: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Lesson PlanIntroducing Historical Context: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Lesson Plan
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EngageNY
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7th
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English Language Arts
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Duration
2 hrs
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Direct Instruction
Year
2014
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Introducing Historical Context: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

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This Introducing Historical Context: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass lesson plan also includes:
  • Full Grade 7 ELA Module 3 (.pdf)
  • Grade 7 ELA Module 3 Updates: June 2015 (.pdf)
  • Full Grade 7 ELA Module 3, Unit 1 (.pdf)
  • Grade 7 ELA Module 3, Unit 1, Lesson 2 (.html)
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Is it possible to judge a book by its cover? Scholars analyze and make predictions using various cover images of Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. They then discuss the difference between autobiographies and biographies. Learners finalize their predictions about the text by writing on sticky notes as they take a gallery walk around the room to view various quotes pertaining to the text.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

historical context, historical analysis, nonfiction

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Include discussion of documentaries and view one about Frederick Douglass

Classroom Considerations

  • Second lesson in Grade 7 ELA Module 3, Unit 1
  • Complete lessons in order
  • Uses chart paper and sticky notes

Pros

  • Offers ideas for meeting the needs of struggling learners
  • Includes tips and notes for instruction

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.7.6 SL.7.1.a SL.7.1.b SL.7.1.c SL.7.1.d

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