Lesson 1.2 Reading Strategies - Shark Attack Survivor
Specific Expectations:
Reading: read a wide variety of authentic texts of increased complexity on a range of topics
- demonstrate comprehension of specific information in detailed, complex directions, instructions, and classroom presentations
- demonstrate an understanding of complex authentic texts in a variety of ways
- identify different features of texts and explain how they help readers understand the text
- locate information from a wide variety of print and electronic sources
Writing: write complex texts to convey information and ideas for academic purposes using a wide variety of forms
- use correctly the grammatical structures and conventions of written English appropriate for this level
Learning Goal(s): By the end of today's lesson you will be able to
- Use before, during, and after reading techniques
- Read a complex text about a shark attack survivor
- Respond to questions about the text
- Create a poster presenting important information from the story
- Conduct research on the internet about sharks, and document the most meaningful information
This picture represents what today's reading is about. Look at the picture closely, and answer the following questions. Share your answer with your classmates
- What kind of animal is this?
- Have you ever seen this animal up close?
- What do you know about this animal?
- Is this a dangerous animal?
- What should you do if you come face to face with this animal?
- What kind of animal is this?
These are the key words you will need to learn that are related to this Lesson.
You must view and learn these vocabulary in order to complete this activity to move on to the next activity.
Please take 5 minutes to answer the questions in the Exit Card. This is a requirement after every lesson.