Lesson 1: Exploring Themes
Time Allocation: 45 minutes
Resources Needed: Copies of A Wrinkle in Time, whiteboard, markers
Introduction: Briefly introduce the concept of themes in literature and explain that we will be exploring the themes of A Wrinkle in Time today.
Development: Read aloud a passage from the book and ask students to identify the themes present. Discuss as a class and write down key themes on the board.
Conclusion: Have students choose a theme from the book and write a short paragraph explaining its significance.
Assessment: Collect and review students' written paragraphs for understanding of themes.
Lesson 2: Writing a Summary
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Copies of A Wrinkle in Time, notebooks, pens
Introduction: Discuss the importance of summarizing a story and explain that students will be writing a summary of A Wrinkle in Time today.
Development: Guide students through the process of summarizing the main events, characters, and themes of the book. Provide examples and scaffolded support as needed.
Conclusion: Have students share their summaries with a partner and give feedback on clarity and completeness.
Assessment: Assess students' summaries based on accuracy and understanding of the story.
Lesson 3: Writing a Review
Time Allocation: 45 minutes
Resources Needed: Copies of A Wrinkle in Time, review template handout, colored pencils
Introduction: Explain the purpose of book reviews and show examples of different types of reviews. Inform students that they will be writing a review of A Wrinkle in Time today.
Development: Provide students with a review template to guide their writing, focusing on plot, characters, and personal opinions. Encourage creativity and critical thinking.
Conclusion: Have students share their reviews in small groups and discuss their favorite aspects of the book.
Assessment: Evaluate students' reviews based on structure, content, and originality.
Lesson 4: Creating a Story
Time Allocation: 60 minutes
Resources Needed: Writing materials, drawing supplies, story planning worksheet
Introduction: Introduce the task of creating a story based on the themes of A Wrinkle in Time. Discuss the elements of a good story and the importance of planning.
Development: Guide students through the story planning process, helping them brainstorm ideas, create characters, and outline a plot. Encourage creativity and originality.
Conclusion: Allow students time to write and illustrate their stories. They can also practice reading their stories aloud in preparation for presenting.
Assessment: Assess students' stories based on creativity, adherence to themes, and overall storytelling skills.