Peach Rescue Evidence

I • Introduce:

In Chapter 17, the narrator reveals that

T • Text Evidence:

"...this small boy was the only one among them who had not lost his head" (p. 49).

E • Explain:

This proves his emotional self-control made him the natural leader.

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Learning Objective: I can cite direct textual evidence with lead-in tags, quotation marks, and citations.

Standard 7R1

PRACTICE

C.I.T.E. the Seagull Escape (Ch. 19–20)

⏱ 15 Minutes

Key Focus Excerpt:

"We will get thousands of yards of strong silk string, make loops, and catch the seagulls by their necks! Then we tie the other ends to the peach stem!" ... With 502 seagulls attached, the giant peach rose right up out of the water!

Chapters 19 & 20

Your Mission (Page 2):

• C: Claim: State James's scientific problem-solving skill.
• I: Introduce: Add a lead-in tag with chapter/speaker.
• T: Text: Quote exact words inside quotation marks (" ").
• E: Explain: Show HOW this plan defeated the sharks.

Need help? Look at the C.I.T.E. Sentence Frames on Page 2! Done early? High-Flyer Challenge!

Learning Objective: I can cite direct textual evidence with lead-in tags, quotation marks, and citations.

Standard 7R1

CRITERIA

Self-Check: Did You Nail C.I.T.E.?

Peer & Self Review

C

Clear & Direct Claim

Does your claim answer the prompt directly in a full sentence?

I

Introduce the Source

Did you include a lead-in tag identifying who is speaking or the chapter?

T

Text Evidence Accurately Quoted

Are exact words inside quotation marks (" ") with page number citation?

E

Explain the Connection

Did you write 1–2 sentences explaining HOW this proves James's genius?

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Learning Objective: I can cite direct textual evidence with lead-in tags, quotation marks, and citations.

Standard 7R1

WRAP UP

Exit Ticket: C.I.T.E. in Action

⏱ 5 Minutes

Independent Exit Ticket Prompt:

In Chapter 20, how does James prove to the insect crew that his plan actually succeeded against the sharks?

Formula Check: Use the C.I.T.E. Formula (Claim, Introduce, Text evidence, and Explain).

Complete on your separate Exit Ticket half-sheet and turn in at the door!

Learning Objective: I can cite direct textual evidence with lead-in tags, quotation marks, and citations.

Standard 7R1

Teacher Think-Aloud Script (Guided Practice Phase)

"Scholars, remember the four letters of C.I.T.E.: First, state your C (Claim). Next, do not just drop the quote—use I (Introduce) to tell who is writing or speaking, like 'In Chapter 17, the narrator reveals that...' Then write your T (Text Evidence) in quotation marks. Finally, write E (Explain) to explain why not losing one's head made the creatures respect James."

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Differentiation Matrix & Exemplar Keys

NYS 7R1 Mastery

Classroom Differentiation Framework

ENL / Multilingual Learners

• Provide bilingual glossaries for tier-2 verbs (devoured, hoisted, despair).
• Use Form B Exit Ticket with pre-framed C.I.T.E. sentence stems.
• Allow oral rehearsal before writing to practice syntax.

Students with IEPs / 504 Plans

• Provide pre-highlighted text excerpts on the worksheet.
• Accept bulleted explanation lines instead of full paragraphs.
• Check in at Step C (Claim) before student writes quote.

Striving / Low Readiness

• Pull to small-group teacher table during independent practice (min 18).
• Limit quote length to a single targeted phrase (under 10 words).
• Co-write the explanation using the "Because... But... So..." frame.

High Readiness / Fast Finishers

• Complete the Page 2 High-Flyer Challenge on character transformation.
• Embed two distinct pieces of evidence in a single cohesive paragraph.
• Analyze Dahl's humorous diction contrasting fear with silk mathematics.

Exemplar Answer Key (C.I.T.E. Aligned)

Do Now Exemplar:

"James remains calm because panic wastes energy and stops people from thinking of solutions. Shouting about sharks will not keep the peach from being bitten."

Guided Practice Exemplar (Chapter 17):

C (Claim): James earns the insect crew's trust by showing emotional control during a crisis.
I (Introduce): In Chapter 17, author Roald Dahl highlights that
T (Text Evidence): "...this small boy was the only one among them who had not lost his head" (p. 49).
E (Explain): This shows that while the older insects were screaming helplessly, James stayed focused. Because he did not panic, the insects recognized him as their natural decision-maker.

Independent Practice Exemplar (Chapters 19–20):

C (Claim): James demonstrates resourcefulness by using the unique biological skills of his passengers to engineer an escape.
I (Introduce): When planning how to escape the sharks, James announces to the group,
T (Text Evidence): "We have two creatures on board who can spin thread! Miss Spider and the Silkworm!" (p. 55).
E (Explain): This proves James is a brilliant problem-solver because instead of surrendering, he catalogs his available resources. By combining spider silk with seagull flight, he invents an aerial liftoff that saves them all.

Exit Ticket Exemplar (Chapter 20):

C: James proves his plan worked when the peach is lifted completely out of reach of the sharks.
I: In Chapter 20, Dahl writes that
T: "the giant peach rose right up out of the water, leaving the furious sharks snapping at the foam below" (p. 61).
E: This proves his calculations were accurate and that the 502 seagulls produced sufficient lift to guarantee their survival.

Common Misconceptions to Address:

• Skipping Step 'I' (Introduce): Students frequently jump from Claim straight to Quote. Stress that Step 'I' connects the speaker to the quote.
• Quote Repetition in 'E' (Explain): Students often just restate the quote. Coach them: "Explain what this quote proves about James's mind or character."

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