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Identifying Main Ideas and Supporting Details: What’s Going On in the Teenage Brain?

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What's going on in the teen brain? Pupils consider the question as they continue reading an informational article about the topic. While reading, they use a Thinking Log worksheet and an anchor chart to track their understanding of adolescent brain development. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Support those with limited English proficiency by translating scientific terms such as synapse into their native language
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson two from the 10-part Grade 7 ELA Module 4a, Unit 1 series
  • Prepare the Thinking Log packet in advance 
Pros
  • Includes a model anchor chart for teacher reference
  • Engages kinesthetic learners with an active vocabulary game 
Cons
  • None