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Maniac Magee: Fishbowl Discussion Lesson PlanManiac Magee: Fishbowl Discussion Lesson Plan
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4th - 6th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
45 mins
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Year
2011
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Maniac Magee: Fishbowl Discussion

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Split the class into two groups for a fishbowl discussion using of Jerry Spinelli's Maniac Magee. The first group initiates the conversation by reviewing the important points of Chapter thirteen while group two members are listening, jotting notes, engaging in dialogue, and preparing for their turn in the discussion. After the time is up, groups switch roles and the discussion continues.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

discussion skills, group discussions, preparing for discussions, answering questions, asking questions, forming questions, questions, responding to literature, responding to reading, maniac magee, jerry spinelli

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Before starting, familiarize your class with a simple fishbowl activity and have them examine the cafeteria menu options  

Classroom Considerations

  • Classroom management and rules need to be in place for clear, respectful conversations and attentive listening

Pros

  • Activity involves class discussion and participation 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.4.1.a SL.4.1.b SL.4.1.c SL.4.1.d SL.5.1.a SL.5.1.b SL.5.1.c SL.5.1.d SL.6.1.a SL.6.1.b SL.6.1.c SL.6.1.d

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