A lesson focused on identifying character traits and using context clues within the genre of fables for 3rd-grade students.

A quick-fire warm-up activity where students visit the 'Sentence Repair Shop' to identify and fix broken sentence fragments. Students use task cards and a job log to demonstrate their mastery of complete sentences.

A quick-fire lesson on identifying the main idea and supporting details within a historical text about the American Revolution.

A lesson focusing on identifying the main idea and supporting details in the context of the American Revolutionary War. Students will distinguish between the 'gist' and 'main idea' while practicing summary skills.

A comprehensive lesson focused on identifying and correcting sentence fragments using the 'Three Question Test' and subordinating conjunctions. Students act as 'Sentence Mechanics' to repair incomplete thoughts.

A lesson focused on breaking down the components of an argument: claim, evidence, and reasoning. Students will learn to identify these elements and evaluate their logical connections.

A four-day instructional sequence focused on Arizona ELA standard 3.RI.2, moving from direct instruction to independent mastery of identifying main ideas and supporting details in complex informational texts.

Covers the resolution of the story, character growth, and the ultimate lesson learned by the 'Man with the Plan'.

Tracks the execution of the heist, focusing on pacing, suspense, and the climax of the novel.

Analyzes the logistical planning of the heist and the internal conflicts that arise within the group.

Explores how Griffin assembles his specialized team, focusing on individual character traits and unique skills.

Focuses on the initial conflict: Griffin Bing's discovery of the Babe Ruth baseball card and S. Wendell Palomino's betrayal.