Lesson Plan

Anansi and the Pot of Beans

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Anansi is a tricky character, but can he realize he's wrong and write an apology letter? Learners use Anansi and the Pot of Beans to practice writing, art, and figurative language. A series of activities are engaging for both advanced and developing readers.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use in a unit about folktales, tricksters, or fables
  • A good addition to a lesson on figurative language
  • Divide the activities into small groups and have kids rotate between centers
Pros
  • Includes worksheets for the apology letter, simile practice, and a cause and effect activity
  • Provides several ways to reinforce a variety of skills
Cons
  • None
Common Core