Lesson Plan

End of Unit 2 Assessment: Final Draft of Literary Argument Essay

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Take the last step in writing a literary argument essay using Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis in an activity focused on feedback. Using the stars and steps revision method, pupils consider teacher and peer feedback to revise and edit their work and create a published final draft.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Post and discuss lesson questions through a class blog post
  • Invite pupils to add peer-critiquing guidelines that they feel should be on the list
  • Invite scholars to share their final drafts with the class; remind everyone to use appropriate and constructive feedback 
Classroom Considerations
  • Schedule time in the computer lab or on mobile learning devices if the final draft is a typed assignment
  • This is the 17th in a series of 17 lesson plans designed to accompany Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis
  • Browse Included Materials to access required materials from previous lessons 
Pros
  • The lesson plan is written clearly and in detail
  • Cooperative learning strategies are incorporated throughout the lesson
  • Notes are provided to give insight into how activities meet the needs of pupils
Cons
  • None