Details
Pages
71 Pages
Subject
ELA, English as a Second Language (ESL), Literature & Poetry
Languages
English
Product
Digital
Grade
Kindergarten, Pre-K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Ed, Higher Ed
Resource Type
Activities, Assessments, Projects
Standard
Common Core English Language Arts Standards
Description
Complete 4-Week Unit Plan - 71 Pages
** Adaptable Lesson Plans - Can be shortened or lengthened if needed**
Includes:
* Choose from multiple activities for each week or do them all.
* Discussion Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Critical Thinking Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Writing Prompts (DOK 3 & 4)
* Modified Discussion Questions, Critical Thinking Questions, and Writing Prompts (for SPED, ELL, and Differentiation)
* Weekly Vocabulary Activities
* Bi-Weekly Content Worksheets
* Collaborative Project-Based Learning Activities
* Weekly Quizzes
* Final Assessment
*** The unit is aligned to the U.S. Common Core Standards.***
Unit Description:
In this unit, students will embark on a transformative journey through the eyes of Karana, a young girl stranded on a remote island in Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell. As Karana navigates the challenges of survival and isolation, students will explore deep themes of resilience, personal growth, and the relationship between humans and nature. Through thoughtful reading, critical analysis, and engaging activities, students will examine Karana's emotional and physical journey from fear and dependence to strength and self-reliance.
This unit emphasizes not only survival in the literal sense but also the emotional survival that comes with solitude. Students will explore how the island becomes both a formidable adversary and an unexpected ally as Karana learns to adapt, face loneliness, and connect with the world around her. With a focus on character development, literary themes, and survival strategies, this unit challenges students to reflect on their own experiences with independence, growth, and the natural world.
Throughout the unit, students will engage in a variety of interactive activities, from collaborative projects to reflective writing prompts, all designed to foster deeper connections with the text. The unit will culminate in a final assessment that encourages students to synthesize their understanding of the novel's themes, characters, and messages. By the end of this unit, students will gain not only a greater appreciation for literature but also valuable insights into the power of resilience and self-discovery in the face of adversity.
** Adaptable Lesson Plans - Can be shortened or lengthened if needed**
Includes:
* Choose from multiple activities for each week or do them all.
* Discussion Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Critical Thinking Questions (DOK 3 & 4)
* Writing Prompts (DOK 3 & 4)
* Modified Discussion Questions, Critical Thinking Questions, and Writing Prompts (for SPED, ELL, and Differentiation)
* Weekly Vocabulary Activities
* Bi-Weekly Content Worksheets
* Collaborative Project-Based Learning Activities
* Weekly Quizzes
* Final Assessment
*** The unit is aligned to the U.S. Common Core Standards.***
Unit Description:
In this unit, students will embark on a transformative journey through the eyes of Karana, a young girl stranded on a remote island in Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O'Dell. As Karana navigates the challenges of survival and isolation, students will explore deep themes of resilience, personal growth, and the relationship between humans and nature. Through thoughtful reading, critical analysis, and engaging activities, students will examine Karana's emotional and physical journey from fear and dependence to strength and self-reliance.
This unit emphasizes not only survival in the literal sense but also the emotional survival that comes with solitude. Students will explore how the island becomes both a formidable adversary and an unexpected ally as Karana learns to adapt, face loneliness, and connect with the world around her. With a focus on character development, literary themes, and survival strategies, this unit challenges students to reflect on their own experiences with independence, growth, and the natural world.
Throughout the unit, students will engage in a variety of interactive activities, from collaborative projects to reflective writing prompts, all designed to foster deeper connections with the text. The unit will culminate in a final assessment that encourages students to synthesize their understanding of the novel's themes, characters, and messages. By the end of this unit, students will gain not only a greater appreciation for literature but also valuable insights into the power of resilience and self-discovery in the face of adversity.
Complete 4-Week Unit Plan - 71 Pages ** Adaptable Lesson Plans - Can be shortened or lengthened if needed** Includes: * Choose from multiple activities for each week or do them all. * Discussion Questions (DOK 3 & 4) *... more