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Greek Mythology
„ Turn and Talk:
“How do you know Percy’s point of view? How has the author conveyed this point of view? What is happening in this excerpt—thoughts, actions, speaking?” (through Percy’s thoughts, speech, and actions)
“What does Percy leaving before Mr. Brunner had finished speaking tell you about what he thought of Mr. Brunner?” (Student responses will vary, but may include: he had lost respect for him.)
“Which words and phrases help you to understand Percy’s point of view toward Mr. Brunner in this excerpt?” (Student responses will vary, but may include: “embarrassed,” “favorite,” “telling me I couldn’t handle it,” ‘“believed in me,” “destined,” “kicked out,” “Thanks a lot, sir, for reminding me,” “already gone.”)
„ Think-Pair-Share:
“How and why has Percy’s point of view toward Mr. Brunner changed in chapter 2?” (Student responses will vary, but may include: in chapter 1 Percy liked and admired Mr. Brunner; now he is disappointed in him and has lost respect for him.)
“How has the author developed Percy’s point of view in this chapter compared to the last?” (He has developed Percy’s point of view toward Mr. Brunner from positive to negative through Percy’s interpretation of what Mr. Brunner is saying to him.)
„ Record student ideas in the Development column on the Point of View anchor chart. See Point of View anchor chart (example for teacher reference).
Closing and Assessment
A. Reflect on Academic Mindsets (5 minutes)
„ Incorporate reflection on and awareness of the following academic mindset: “I can succeed at this.”
„ Ask:
“Reread the learning targets. With which do you think you are becoming successful?
How do you know?” (Answers will vary.)
Homework
A. Determine Unfamiliar Vocabulary
„ Students complete Homework: Unfamiliar Vocabulary: The Lightning Thief , Chapter 3.
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