The Lorax by Dr. Seuss

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Theme:

Listening Strategy

Grades:

9 - 12

Subject:

Reading and Language Arts

Duration:

Two class sessions

Standards
& Goals:

Virginia State Learning Standards
 

  1. The student will read and analyze a variety of informational materials and nonfiction materials.
    • Identify a position/argument to be confirmed, disproved or modified.
    • Evaluate clarity and accuracy of information.
    • Synthesize information from sources and apply it in written and oral presentations.
    • Identify questions not answered by a selected text.
    • Extend general and specialized vocabulary through speaking, reading and writing.
    • Read and follow instructions to complete an assigned project or task.

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:
 

  • Read or listen to The Lorax by Dr. Seuss.
  • Become familiar with the POWER listening strategy.
  • Use a thematic organizer to identify the theme of The Lorax and to organize specific text that supports the theme.
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