(7th Grade) "Flygirl" Excerpt - Main Idea

Day 1: Developing A Strong Main idea

Reading "Flygirl" by Sherri L. Smith

Ms. Mark
7th Grade ELA

1. Complete reading and keyword tracker

2. Complete Quizizz assignment

3. ​Hand in keyword track at the end of class (on my desk)

4. complete exit ticket or else! ):

​Scholar goals:

 I know how to determine the main idea of a text because I can identify key details within the text that support my thinking (7R2).

​objective:

Objective & Scholar Goals: 3/19

Getting started

Today, you will read Flygirl by Sherri L. Smith and track the development of the main idea. Be prepared to read, think critically, and write a lot! To prepare for this assignment, you will need:
- a laptop (of course)
- a keyword tracker (follow instructions on next page to create one on blank paper)
- a pencil/pen

*For some of us, this may be a re-read! You'll be okay (:

1. Let's start by creating a keyword/notes tracker on blank paper. Take a look at the one on the right hand side of the screen.

2. As you read today, remember to track at least 2 - 3 keywords per chunk that capture the big topic! Can't remember what a big topic is? That's okay, we're going to review!

HOW TO COMPLETE THIS ASSIGNMENT

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​*make sure your name, the period, and the date is at the top!

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3. In the "Notes" column, use this space to jot down key details that connect to your keywords. You'll see an example when you start reading Chunk #1!

4. As you read each chunk, be prepared to answer thinking questions and develop your understanding of the big topic and main idea!

How to complete this assignment (Continued)

BUT first: A quick review on big topic & main idea

​Big Topic	​Main Idea
A big topic is... ​General The overview or subject of a text or article Think: Burgers	A main idea is... ​​Specific A summary of the specific or key details within the article Supported by key details Think:

​Think back to our lesson on the "Big Topic Burger"! Review the graphic organizer to the right and take a look at the information provided. We are missing some information under "Main Idea," let's try to fill in some blanks on the next slide.

​On the next page, be prepared to answer the following question:
If the big topic is a "burger," THINK: what is the main idea?

Open Ended

If the big topic is a "burger," THINK: what is the main idea?

big topic & main idea: BUT WAIT, THERE's MORE!

​Big Topic	​Main Idea
A big topic... ​General The overview or subject of a text or article Tells us what the author is going to talk about or teach us about within the article Think: Burgers	A main idea is... ​​Specific A summary of the specific or key details within the article Supported by key details Use the 5 Ws -- who, what, when, where, why, how Think: patty, buns, lettuce, tomato, ketchup, onion

​Let's take a look at some new information on big topics and main ideas!

Be prepared to answer some questions on the next page about this T-chart!

Open Ended

When building a strong main idea, we can use the 5 Ws (and an "H").

What are the 5 W's? List them below.

Open Ended

What does the big topic tell us as a reader?

okay, we're almost ready to start reading!

Now that we have reviewed big topic vs. main idea, let's get started. In front of you, you should have your laptop, a pencil, and your keyword tracker.

As you read today, all your chunks will be right on the computer. The whole text will also be available as a slide at the end of the assignment that you can return to if needed.

For chunk #1, I will provide an example and then you will complete chunks #2 - #8 on your own or in small groups! Good luck (:

Instructions:

​Begin by reading the title and the chunk. As you read, try to determine what is happening in this scene. In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

Once you've completed this task, jump to the next page to see my example of the keywords and notes.

Chunk #1

​Notice this important background information. From this, we learn the main character's name, Ida. We also learn where she is located, Louisiana, the time period, the 1940s, and a potential subject or big topic, being a pilot.

Chunk #1

​Chunk #	​Keywords	Notes​
​1	​clean, money, music	​Ida and Jolene are listening to music while cleaning a house to make some extra money.

​READ BELOW:
The "Notes" section should be used to summarize what is happening in the chunk. 1 complete sentence please!

The best way to complete the "Notes" section is by asking yourself -- "Okay, I have my keywords. I know the big topic. What is the author trying to tell me about this big topic?"

In this case, I asked myself, "What is the author trying to tell me about the connections between Ida, cleaning, money, and music?

MY EXAMPLE:

Instructions:

In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

In the "Notes" section, jot down a brief summary of what is happening in this chunk. This jot should reflect your choice of keywords.

Chunk #2

Instructions:

In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

In the "Notes" section, jot down a brief summary of what is happening in this chunk. This jot should reflect your choice of keywords.

Chunk #3

Instructions:

In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

In the "Notes" section, jot down a brief summary of what is happening in this chunk. This jot should reflect your choice of keywords.

Chunk #4

Instructions:

In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

In the "Notes" section, jot down a brief summary of what is happening in this chunk. This jot should reflect your choice of keywords.

Chunk #5

Instructions:

In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

In the "Notes" section, jot down a brief summary of what is happening in this chunk. This jot should reflect your choice of keywords.

Chunk #6

Instructions:

In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

In the "Notes" section, jot down a brief summary of what is happening in this chunk. This jot should reflect your choice of keywords.

Chunk #7

Instructions:

In your keyword tracker, pick 2 - 3 keywords that best capture the big topic of this chunk.

In the "Notes" section, jot down a brief summary of what is happening in this chunk. This jot should reflect your choice of keywords.

Chunk #8

​Full Excerpt: Flygirl by Sherri L. Smith

Continue to next page for Exit Ticket (:

closing steps: exit ticket

​You're almost finished! Great job finishing your reading, the keyword tracker, and your reading notes.

Now, you can move onto the exit ticket. For the exit ticket, answer the following question on the next slide:

What problem does Ida face in this excerpt? Use one piece of text evidence to support your answer.

​Once you complete the exit ticket, leave your paper in a pile on my desk!

Make sure your laptop makes it back to my cart.

If I am missing any laptops, you're toast! ):

Open Ended

What problem does Ida face in this excerpt? Use one piece of text evidence to support your answer.

closing steps: Have a great day!

​You're finished! Great job finishing your reading, the keyword tracker, your reading notes, and exit ticket

LEAVE, GOODBYE. Just kidding, have a great day (:

Make sure you finish your ReadingPlus. I'll be sad if you don't!

I'll see you all tomorrow!

​Once you complete the exit ticket, leave your paper in a pile on my desk!

Make sure your laptop makes it back to my cart.

If I am missing any laptops, you're toast! ):