Module 1 Unit 1 Lesson 2: Getting the Gist: Chapter 1

Module 1 Unit 1 Lesson 2: Getting the Gist: Chapter 1

Multiple Choice

One learning target is focusing on "Reading for gist."

What does that mean?

• Reading about the characters

• Reading for the important information

Multiple Choice

One of our learning targets asks us to study the discuss the representations on a map.

What does the affix "re" in representations stand for?

other "re" examples are 1. retake 2. rebuild 3. refold

• more

• symbols

• again

Multiple Select

In discussion groups, I expect my partner to behave by....

• actively listening while I'm talking

• Ask me thoughtful questions

• Be prepared to come to discussion group

• Stay on topic

Learning Targets

I can effectively participate in discussion with my classmates.

• I can determine the central idea of Chapter 1 of A Long Walk to Water. (Step 2 of reading for gist)

• I can determine the meaning of visual representations on a map.

How are we assessing your development?

1. Successfully Completing Breakout Room Discussion Activities

2. Reader's Notes Activity (Tracking the adventures of Nya and Salva)

Today in Class

1. Complete the Reader's Notes and Group Discussions for Chapter

Discussion Partner Expectations

1. Come Prepared (Participate during class/complete homework/ Don't be afraid to share

2. Stay on Topic (Your time is limiting. You have to get in and get out)

3. Listen Thoughtfully ( Ask your partner questions and ask for clarification)

4. Be Respectful (Speak to others in a polite and encouraging tone)

5. Cameras/Microphones ON (or relate that you can only chat today as soon as your group starts)

Lets Read Chapter 1 for Gist!

Today we are going to learn about SALVA!

The novel will help us answer our I wonder questions about the map, the environment of Southern Sudan, and the dotted line that shows someone’s route

Poll

Droned means to talk in a dull monotonous tone.

• yes

• no

Poll

What is a bush?

• wild or uncultivated country.

• a short plant

Poll

Rebels...

• fights the ruling power

• fights poverty

Poll

If you are herding sheep you are ...

• moving sheep in a particular direction.

• watching sheep eat

Poll

If you are walking aimlessly, you have no destination.

• True

• False

Chapter 1 Challenges

• Reading Closely to understand the Characters experiences

• Dealing with acts of violence

Breakout Room

Step 1: Open Chapter 1 PDF and Reader's Notes PDF in the Friday Folder

Step 2: Listen and Read along with your eyes as Mr. P reads Chapter 1

Step 3: Write important facts from Chapter 1 in Column 4 of Reader's Notes (2 minutes)

Step 4: Discuss what you wrote in breakout rooms ( 3 minutes to talk)