Lesson Title	Time Allocation	Resources Needed	Introduction	Development	Conclusion	Assessment
Who is Dr. Seuss?	45 minutes	- Pictures of Dr. Seuss - Short biography handout - Map of USA - Whiteboard and markers	Introduce Dr. Seuss with a picture. Ask children if they recognize him. Explain that they will learn about a famous author and illustrator.	Read the short biography of Dr. Seuss. Point out where he lived on the map. Discuss his real name (Theodor Seuss Geisel) and his pen name. Show some of his famous book covers.	Recap key points: Dr. Seuss's real name, where he lived, and what he is famous for. Ask a few questions to ensure understanding.	Observe student participation and ask them to recall three facts about Dr. Seuss.
Dr. Seuss's Contributions	45 minutes	- Copies of Dr. Seuss books - Chart paper and markers - Sticky notes	Show a few Dr. Seuss books. Ask students if they have read any of his books and what they remember about them.	Discuss the themes and messages in Dr. Seuss's books. Highlight his contributions to children's literature and how he made reading fun and important. Chart student responses.	Summarize the discussion on how Dr. Seuss's work made a difference. Ask students to write one way Dr. Seuss's books have influenced them on a sticky note and place it on the chart.	Review the sticky notes and discuss the various impacts Dr. Seuss has had on students.
Dr. Seuss and You	45 minutes	- Dr. Seuss books - Art supplies (paper, crayons, markers) - Writing paper	Ask students how they feel when they read Dr. Seuss's books. Discuss their favorite Dr. Seuss characters and stories.	Have students draw their favorite Dr. Seuss character and write a short paragraph about why they like them and how the character relates to their own life.	Allow students to share their drawings and paragraphs with the class.	Assess students' drawings and paragraphs for understanding and personal connection to Dr. Seuss's work.
Dr. Seuss Timeline	45 minutes	- Timeline template - Important dates handout - Scissors, glue, colored pencils	Explain that students will create a timeline of Dr. Seuss's life. Discuss what a timeline is and its purpose.	Distribute the important dates handout. Have students cut out the dates and glue them in the correct order on the timeline template. Allow them to color and decorate the timeline.	Review the completed timelines as a class, ensuring all important dates are included and correctly placed.	Collect timelines and assess for accuracy and creativity.
Dr. Seuss's World	45 minutes	- Internet access - Books with Dr. Seuss illustrations - World maps	Discuss the world during Dr. Seuss's lifetime. Mention key historical events and cultural shifts.	Use the internet and books to explore how Dr. Seuss's work reflected and influenced his times. Relate his stories to events like WWII, the Civil Rights Movement, and environmentalism.	Have students discuss how societal issues are reflected in Dr. Seuss's stories. Create a list on the board.	Evaluate students' ability to connect Dr. Seuss's work with historical events.
Dr. Seuss's Legacy	45 minutes	- Video on Dr. Seuss's impact - Discussion guide - Whiteboard and markers	Show a short video on Dr. Seuss's legacy and influence on modern culture.	Lead a discussion using the guide. Talk about how Dr. Seuss's work continues to influence writers, educators, and children.	Summarize the key points of the discussion. Ask students to share one new thing they learned about Dr. Seuss's legacy.	Observe student participation and understanding during the discussion.