Initiate discussion on community helpers by prompting students to define the term. Once students have shared their thoughts, jot down on chart paper that community helpers offer services benefiting others in the community. Then, introduce the upcoming video, informing students that it will delve into various roles of helpers within their community.

Learning Objectives

• Identify various community helpers and their essential tools for effective job performance.
• Describe the contributions of community helpers and their significance to the community.

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Conclusion

By exploring the diverse roles of community helpers and understanding the tools essential for their tasks, students have gained insight into the invaluable contributions these individuals make to our communities. This knowledge fosters a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness and support network within society.

Students will engage in a Guess Who? activity centered around diverse characters featured in a text.

Learning Objectives:

RL.4.3: Students will delve into detailed descriptions of characters, settings, or events in a story or drama, utilizing specific textual evidence such as character thoughts, words, or actions.

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Conclusion

The lesson aims to empower students to analyze characters, settings, and events profoundly and precisely, honing their ability to draw upon specific textual evidence to support their interpretations. Through engaging activities like the Guess Who? game and close reading exercises, students will develop their comprehension skills and deepen their understanding of narrative elements. Download the PDF for the entire lesson plan to explore these concepts further and facilitate meaningful learning experiences for your students.

With the planet’s future hanging in the balance, Earth’s inhabitants must safeguard our home for future generations. Craft an essay from Earth’s perspective a century from now, elucidating the urgent need for present-day stewardship.

Learning Objectives

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• ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.2.E: Attend to the norms and conventions of writing appropriate to the audience and purpose.
• ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.2.F: Provide a conclusion supporting the presented information or explanation and articulating the topic’s implications or significance.

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Conclusion

Mastering the norms and conventions of writing tailored to specific audiences and purposes is crucial for effective communication. Additionally, providing a conclusion that reinforces the information presented and highlights the topic’s significance enhances the overall impact of the writing. These skills are essential not only in academic settings but also in various professional and personal contexts.