Character and Conflict in The Big Field by Mike Lupica

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Theme:

Supporting a Character/Conflict Analysis with Textual Examples

Grades:

6 - 8

Subject:

Reading and Language Arts

Duration:

2–3 class periods

Standards
& Goals:

NJ 1 (Reading) Determine both what the text says explicitly and what can be inferred logically from the text.
NJ 6 (Reading) Analyze the traits, motivations and thoughts of individuals in fiction and nonfiction based on how they are described, what they say and do and how they interact.
NJ 2 (Speaking) Present information, findings and supporting evidence clearly and concisely.

Note that standards in this lesson plan are for example only. This lesson can be easily adapted to meet your state's specific standards.

Objectives:

Students will:

  • Analyze a character based on textual evidence.
  • Choose a symbol that represents a character.
  • Present their analyses to the class.
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