Lesson Plan

Grade 9 ELA Module 2, Unit 3, Lesson 3

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"We need forgiveness and someone to blame." True? Class members continue their analysis of the central claims in Walter Mosley's essay and the support he offers for these claims about people's fascination with crime.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Ask groups to test Mosley's contentions by applying his assertions to their favorite fictional heroes
Classroom Considerations
  • The third in a 13-lesson unit that examines how authors structure informational texts and develop their ideas
Pros
  • The seven-page packet includes a list of the Common Core standards addressed, the lesson, discussion questions with model responses, a Quick Write, and a homework assignment
Cons
  • All the lessons in the unit follow the same format