Discovering Self: Bud, Not Buddy

Lesson 25
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ELA

Alternate Unit 6

4th Grade

Lesson 25 of 29

Objective


Identify the themes that are present in Bud, Not Buddy and how they are developed over the course of the novel. 

Readings and Materials


  • Book: Bud, Not Buddy by Christopher Paul Curtis 

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Discussion Prompt

What themes are present in Bud, Not Buddy? How does the author develop the themes over the course of the novel?

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Common Core Standards


  • RL.4.2 — Determine a theme of a story, drama, or poem from details in the text; summarize the text.
  • RL.4.3 — Describe in depth a character, setting, or event in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text (e.g., a character's thoughts, words, or actions).
  • SL.4.1 — Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 4 topics and texts, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.
  • W.4.1 — Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information
  • W.4.1.a — Introduce a topic or text clearly, state an opinion, and create an organizational structure in which related ideas are grouped to support the writer's purpose.
  • W.4.1.c — Link opinion and reasons using words and phrases (e.g., for instance, in order to, in addition).
  • W.4.1.d — Provide a concluding statement or section related to the opinion presented.

Supporting Standards

L.4.1
L.4.2
W.4.4
W.4.5
W.4.9
W.4.10
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