introduction lesson:
DO NOW: Agenda, Objectives, Quick Write (7 minutes)
Where does our sense of identity come from? (call on 2 volunteers to share)
Where does our sense of identity come from? (call on 2 volunteers to share)
In this lesson, I will read the supplementary text "Where I'm From" by George Ella Lyon to the class. After sharing my own example poem, students will be given a template to guide them in writing their own personal "Where I'm From" poems. Students will have the opportunity to share their poems in an "Identity Poetry Slam." Finally, I will explain how the "Where I'm From" poems relate to the literary focus of this unit, which is identity, by introducing the essential questions. After discussing the essential questions as a pre-reading exercise, students can start working on their homework, which is an "Anticipation Activity" on the teenage brain.
Looking at George Ella Lyon's poem, "Where I'm From," what are the different ways that she identifies herself?
(Students will raise their hands and give examples)
What is Lyons suggesting about where our sense of identity comes from? In other words, what are the different factors that make up our identities? (Teacher will record list on the board)
(Students will raise their hands and give examples)
What is Lyons suggesting about where our sense of identity comes from? In other words, what are the different factors that make up our identities? (Teacher will record list on the board)
Where I am From Sample.doc | |
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Where I am From Template | |
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DO NOW
Now you are going to write your own "Where I'm From" poems. Not only is this an excellent way to explore your own identity, but it also gives me (and your classmates, if you choose to share your poems) a chance to get to know who you are and where you come from. You may look at both George Ella Lyon's poem and my example poem for guidance. Please raise your hand if you feel stuck.
Now you are going to write your own "Where I'm From" poems. Not only is this an excellent way to explore your own identity, but it also gives me (and your classmates, if you choose to share your poems) a chance to get to know who you are and where you come from. You may look at both George Ella Lyon's poem and my example poem for guidance. Please raise your hand if you feel stuck.
HOW DOES THIS RELATE TO THE HOUSE ON MANGO STREET?
Introduce Essential Questions
As you read The House On Mango Street, you should be thinking about the following questions (pass out essential questions):
· Where does our sense of identity come from?
• How does environment shape our identity?
• What identities, if any, are permanent and which do we have the power to change?
• What roles do neighborhood and community play in shaping who we become?
Introduce Essential Questions
As you read The House On Mango Street, you should be thinking about the following questions (pass out essential questions):
· Where does our sense of identity come from?
• How does environment shape our identity?
• What identities, if any, are permanent and which do we have the power to change?
• What roles do neighborhood and community play in shaping who we become?
HOMEWORK: Finish Where I'm From poems and practice them for tomorrow