Resource Reading Lesson
Content
Area:
Resource
Reading
Time:
10:36 –
11:23
Standards:
RL 8.3
Unit Objective
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I can analyze how a particular line in a story or
drama reveals aspects of a character.
Lesson Objective
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I can identify character traits.
Students will identify character traits of main
characters and compare/ contrast the character to
themselves.
Materials
 The Diary of Anne Frank play
 The Diary of Anne Frank character notes (from
previous lesson)
 Character traits compare/contrast chart
 White board
 Ladybug document camera
Activities/ Procedures
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Class discussion reviewing character traits.
Pass out charts and explain the task. Model the
task with students by completing characterization
of Margot as a group.
Have students complete characterization of Mr.
Dussel with a partner. Discuss answers as a
group. If students provide answers that show
understanding, have students complete chart
individually. If students are still unsure, complete
another character as a group.
Have students self-assess their understanding.
Assessment
 Students will self-assess their understanding of the
concept/ task.
 Completion of the chart will serve as an
assessment.
Higher-Order Thinking
Questions:
1. Would the story have
been different if… ?
2. How might it have been
different?
3. How do you know this?