Overview/Purpose:
In this lesson, students begin reading commentary to build an understanding of this genre.
Guiding Questions:
- What is commentary?
- What can we learn about commentary from reading examples of this genre?
Recommended Time:
90 minutes
Common Core State Standards:
Materials:
Make a Commentary Packet for students containing the following:
2: Copies of the following commentaries and/or appropriate substitutes:
“Starve, Get Aid, Repeat” by Craig and Marc Kielburger
“Put Your Money Where Your Mouths Are” by Nick Kristof"There's a Strong Connection Between Holiday Consumerism and Modern Slavery" by Richard Matthew“The Link Between Food Waste and Food Insecurity | Healthiest Communities” by Janice Phillips“Why stories matter for children’s learning” by Peggy Albers“This 8-Year-Old Chess Champion Will Make You Smile” by Nicholas Kristoff
Technology Required:
None
Lesson Design:
- Distribute and review Commentary Packet and commentary examples with students.
- Read through the first commentary, “Starve, Get Aid, Repeat” by Craig and Marc Kielburger as a class.
- Model how to complete the graphic organizer.
- Students work on reading at least three additional commentaries, completing the organizer.
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