Tracking Thinking: Reading Character Traits Mini Lesson for Middle School BUNDLE

Description

Looking for a mini lesson or sub lesson on characters traits for middle school, high school or even adult learners? Here’s your answer! This 7-minute video and 8-page printable combo offers students guidance on how to make inferences and track their thinking with Post-It notes. 20% discount as a bundle. The example here is on character analysis.

Why will this download help you?

• Give students a reason to notice writer’s techniques as they read
• Ink-saving black-and-white printable students can keep forever
• Alternatively, use my example to create your own live or recorded video
• Ready-to-play video you can show in your class
• Easy to prep reference sheet students can keep and use forever
• Non-cutesy layout and style minimises distractions
• Written in dyslexia-friendly font
• Explanations encourage deeper thinking
• Unreliable narrator explained
• Create effective reading routines and expectations.
• Highly responsive resource support via email

What is included?

1 video of 6:52 length explaining how to track your thinking as you read. You can use Post-It notes – as I do in the video – or just have students jot notes in their notebook or on paper.

AND

8 pages are included in this download. They focus on direct and indirect character traits with texts for practice and a choice from 2 graphic organizers.

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I am used to teaching mixed-ability classes with EAL students and all my students can rise to this challenge, from those who are below to those who are above grade level. My national and international school teaching experience spans over 20 years and I’ve taught British, American, Australian, and IB curriculums. That means I’ve gathered a ton of common student errors and misunderstandings along the way. I now use the resulting learning to hone lesson plans to be the best they can be. I only list materials that have been successful and I always collect feedback from my students to ensure high engagement and rigour.

Lean on me and my 20+ years of experience in the classroom – I’m here for you!