


Vocabulary activity options and photographs representing each word.Student vocabulary graphic organizer to infer meaning of words and provide context clues.5 colorful vocabulary cards and 4 blank cards.There are tons of extras and extensions to be used after the lesson for more fun and learning! large printable form of the essential question, student friendly objective, and questions to post for visual learners.post-its to print questions and place in book for easy reference during the lesson,.text-dependent questions (and scaffolding questions for each),.teacher guide with skill rationale/teacher language,.**Be sure to check out the preview of this lesson for a more in-depth look, including differentiated options for YOUR students!**įor the lesson, teacher resources include:

At the end of the lesson, students will answer the following question independently: What theme did you learn from the way the Smeds and the Smoos change? How do you know? Several differentiated assessment options are included. Two anchor chart options are included to collect text evidence. By the end of the lesson, students will be able to infer the theme based on how the characters changed. Rigorous text dependent questions promote discussion, allowing students to discuss the actions of the Smeds and the Smoos throughout story events. Lesson Objective: Students will be able to determine the theme of The Smeds and The Smoos by describing how the characters change from beginning to end. A wide variety of book companion activities can be done at a time that works best for your students! This download is loaded with options to customize for the perfect-fit lesson for your class. The Smeds and The Smoos by Julia Donaldson (author of Room on the Broom) is a heartwarming and relatable story to incorporate within reading instruction any time of year! This comprehensive lesson plan is packed full of engaging opportunities to discuss the characters in-depth, thus inferring the theme.
