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Researching Part 2: Reading for Gist and Gathering Evidence Using the Researcher’s Notebook

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The gist should be short and sweet! Pupils practice finding the gist of an informational text and then write a summary of the text. Next, they gather with their research teams to discuss a focus question based on the novel Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Show a short video to help learners understand the difference between the gist and the main idea
Classroom Considerations
  • Part two from the nine-part ELA Module 2A Unit 3 series
  • Builds on work started in previous units
Pros
  • Provides differentiation techniques
  • Includes helpful teaching tips
Cons
  • None