Lesson Plan Objective 1: Exploring Themes
Time Allocation 60 minutes
Resources Needed The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, Chart paper, Markers, Sticky notes
Introduction 1. Begin the lesson by introducing the novel, The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, to the students. 2. Engage the students in a discussion about the importance of exploring themes in literature.
Development 1. Divide the students into small groups and provide each group with a different theme from the novel. 2. In their groups, ask the students to brainstorm and discuss examples from the novel that relate to their assigned theme. 3. Each group should create a chart paper with their theme written at the top and examples from the novel written below. 4. After the groups have completed their charts, have them share their findings with the whole class. 5. Facilitate a class discussion on the different themes explored in the novel, encouraging students to make connections and share their thoughts and opinions.
Conclusion 1. Summarize the key themes discussed in the novel. 2. Emphasize the importance of understanding and analyzing themes in literature.
Assessment Observe student participation in group discussions and class sharing. Evaluate their ability to identify and explain themes in the novel.
Lesson Plan Objective 2: Writing a Summary
Time Allocation 60 minutes
Resources Needed The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, Writing paper, Pencils, Rubrics for writing summaries
Introduction 1. Review the novel, The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, with the students. 2. Explain the purpose of writing a summary and how it helps to understand and remember the main ideas of a story.
Development 1. Model the process of writing a summary using a chapter or section from the novel. 2. Provide students with a writing prompt, such as "Write a summary of the main events in the novel up to this point." 3. Give students time to independently write their summaries. 4. After they have finished, ask students to exchange papers with a partner for peer editing and feedback. 5. Collect the final summaries and provide individual feedback with the help of rubrics.
Conclusion 1. Discuss the importance of summarizing a story and how it helps with comprehension and retention. 2. Encourage students to continue summarizing books they read in the future.
Assessment Evaluate student summaries based on their adherence to the main events, clarity, and organization.
Lesson Plan Objective 3: Writing a Review
Time Allocation 60 minutes
Resources Needed The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, Writing paper, Pencils, Rubrics for writing reviews
Introduction 1. Introduce the concept of a book review to the students. 2. Discuss the purpose of a review, which is to share opinions and recommendations about a book.
Development 1. Model the process of writing a book review by selecting a chapter or section from the novel. 2. Provide students with a writing prompt, such as "Write a review of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, explaining what you liked or disliked about the book and why." 3. Allow students time to independently write their reviews. 4. Pair students up for peer editing and feedback. 5. Collect the final reviews and provide individual feedback using rubrics.
Conclusion 1. Discuss the importance of sharing opinions and recommendations about books. 2. Encourage students to read and write more reviews in the future.
Assessment Evaluate student reviews based on their ability to express opinions, provide reasons, and use appropriate language and structure.
Lesson Plan Objective 4: Creating a Story
Time Allocation 90 minutes (divided into two sessions)
Resources Needed The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas, Writing paper, Pencils, Markers, Story planning worksheets
Introduction 1. Review the themes and key elements of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas. 2. Explain that students will have the opportunity to create their own story based on the themes explored in the novel.
Development Session 1: 1. Provide students with story planning worksheets and explain the different sections (characters, setting, plot, conflict, resolution, etc.). 2. Allow students time to brainstorm and plan their stories individually. 3. Circulate the room to provide guidance and support as needed. Session 2: 4. Instruct students to use their story plans to write the first draft of their stories. 5. Encourage creativity and remind students to incorporate the themes from The Hate U Give into their stories. 6. After writing, have students partner up for peer editing and feedback. 7. Allow time for revisions and edits. 8. Students can choose to present their stories orally or through a written format.
Conclusion 1. Provide time for students to share their stories with the class. 2. Discuss the different ways students incorporated the themes from The Hate U Give into their stories.
Assessment Evaluate student stories based on their creativity, incorporation of themes, and overall writing skills.