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This The Million Dollar Question: Informative Writing lesson plan also includes:
- The Million Dollar Question (.pdf)
- Lesson Slides (.pptx)
- Choice Board Handout (.pdf)
- Million Dollar Question Q&A Rubric (.pdf)
- Million Dollar Question Q&A Rubric (.docx)
- Research Note Catcher (.pdf)
- Research Note Catcher (.docx)
- Writing Style Card Matching (.pdf)
- Writing Style Card Matching (.docx)
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Introduce high school freshmen to the characteristics of informative writing with a 5-day lesson that distinguishes informative writing from other modes. Scholars learn how to search for and cite reliable resources, then research and craft an informative essay about an item they would purchase if they had a million dollars.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Print the cards on different colored stock and laminate them to permit reuse
- Have researchers post their report along with a picture of their million-dollar item
Classroom Considerations
- Requires projection equipment for the slide show and the videos, and copies of two handouts and a rubric
- Class members need access to devices with internet and printers
Pros
- Teacher notes provide additional scaffolding for the lessons
- The video of 2 Chainz will certainly capture the attention of class members
Cons
- None