Subjects
-English language arts
--Literacy
-Art
-Life science
Grade
K-2
Brief Description
Students determine the main topic and details of a reading passage about a unique variety of rabbit. Then they get creative by coloring in a stylish sweater for an Angora rabbit.
Objectives
Students will:
Keywords
Angora, rabbit, bunny, wool, Common Core, English language arts, literacy, main topic, details, word meanings, art, coloring
Materials Needed
Lesson Plan
Have students read (or for younger students, read to them) the passage on page 1 of the worksheet. Ask kids to pay particular attention to the bolded vocabulary words.
Here is the text:
The Angora rabbit is a very unique animal. This rabbit is known for its fur, which is called wool. The wool feels soft and silky. It grows long very fast, so it needs to be sheared at least three times a year. Angora wool is used to make warm sweaters, mittens, hats, scarves and socks.
Angora rabbits have been around a long time. They were popular pets in Europe in the 18th century. Today, the English, French, Giant and Satin breeds of Angora rabbit can win prizes at special shows.
Here are some interesting facts about each breed of Angora rabbit:
Next, ask students the following questions. While younger students can answer verbally, you may wish to have older students write an answer to one or more questions. In addition, page 1 of the worksheet provides space for older students to write the main idea of the passage. This page also asks students to underline key details in the passage.
Following class discussion, ask students to color a special sweater for the rabbit on page 2 of the worksheet. Display kids’ creations on a bulletin board.
Assessment
Evaluate students on the following:
Lesson Plan Source
Education World
Submitted by
Jason Papallo, Education World Social Media Editor
Common Core State Standards
English Language Arts
Reading: Informational Text
Grade K
Key Ideas and Details
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.K.1 With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about key details in a text.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.K.2 With prompting and support, identify the main topic and retell key details of a text.
Craft and Structure
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.K.4 With prompting and support, ask and answer questions about unknown words in a text.
Grade 1
Key Ideas and Details
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.1.1 Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.1.2 Identify the main topic and retell key details of a text.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.1.3 Describe the connection between two individuals, events, ideas, or pieces of information in a text.
Craft and Structure
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.1.4 Ask and answer questions to help determine or clarify the meaning of words and phrases in a text.
Grade 2
Key Ideas and Details
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.2.1 Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of key details in a text.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.2.2 Identify the main topic of a multiparagraph text as well as the focus of specific paragraphs within the text.
Craft and Structure
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.2.4 Determine the meaning of words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 2 topic or subject area.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.2.6 Identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain, or describe.
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