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Lesson Overview
Objective
Develop and clarify writing by rearranging ideas to ensure a logical progression.
Readings and Materials
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Completed paragraphs from Lessons 5 and 8
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Rubric: Editing Checklist 1 (G3, Alt U2)
Lesson Map
2 days
Write a multi-paragraph piece that informs others about Indigenous nations.
Outline a paragraph that introduces an Indigenous nation by sharing important facts and details.
- Single Paragraph Outline
- Indigenous Nation Research Organizer (G3, Alt U2, L5)
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.7W.3.8
Draft an informational paragraph that recognizes and celebrates a local Indigenous nation.
- Single Paragraph Outline
- Linking Words Practice Handout 1 (G3, Alt U2, L5)
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.7W.3.8
Write a multi-paragraph piece that informs others about Indigenous nations.
Draft a cause-and-effect paragraph with important facts and details to describe the effects of European contact and the establishment of the American government on the Indigenous nations.
- Single Paragraph Outline
- Single Paragraph Outline Example (G3, Alt U2, L8)
- Cause and Effect T-Chart (G3, Alt U2) — completed in Lesson 7
- Single Paragraph Outline with Topic & Concluding Sentences (G3, Alt U2, L8)
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.7W.3.8
2 days
Write a multi-paragraph piece that informs others about Indigenous Nations.
Draft an informational paragraph that shows how Indigenous communities have shown resilience and continue to thrive today.
- Partially Complete Single Paragraph Outline (G3, Alt U2, L11)
- Single Paragraph Outline
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.7W.3.8
Develop and clarify writing by rearranging ideas to ensure a logical progression.
- Mixed-Up Sentences Handout (G3, Alt U2, L11)
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.7W.3.8
5 days
Create a presentation about a recent Indigenous changemaker.
Research a recent Indigenous changemaker.
- Indigenous Changemakers Tracker (G3, Alt U2) — Completed
- Influential Indigenous People Note-Taking Guide (G3, Alt U2, L24)
- Nonfiction Sources (G3, Alt U2, L24)
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.6W.3.7W.3.8
Plan an informational paragraph about a recent Indigenous changemaker that introduces a topic, includes related details, and provides a concluding statement.
- Single Paragraph Outline
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.7W.3.8
Draft an informational paragraph about a recent Indigenous changemaker that introduces a topic, includes related details, and provides a concluding statement.
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.bW.3.7W.3.8
Develop and clarify writing by adding linking words to connect related ideas.
- Linking Words Practice Handout 2 (G3, Alt U2, L24)
Standards
W.3.2W.3.2.cW.3.7W.3.8
Create a visual to share information about an Indigenous changemaker.
- Display Planning Sheet (G3, Alt U2, L24)
Standards
W.3.2W.3.6W.3.7W.3.8
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