Earth is Special: Reading Comprehension Lesson
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Created by Teacher(s): Angelique Hammack|Published on: April 23, 2024
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Synopsis
In this reading comprehension lesson, students participate in activities to understand that the Earth’s location and orbit influence its features.
Inquire: Student prior knowledge is activated through modeling and questioning about the Earth and space.
Investigate: Students learn about our solar system and the patterns that make the Earth special through a video and a read aloud.
Inspire: Students go outside to explore and appreciate what makes Earth special, then brainstorm to create an Earth Is Special wall.
Share: This lesson plan is licensed under Creative Commons.
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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, English Language Arts
Duration: 2 hours 35 minutes
Region: Global
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Angelique Hammack
K-8 General and Special Education Teacher
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