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The Lotus Seed by Sherry Garland

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Theme:

Immigration

Grades:

3 - 5

Subject:

Social Studies

Duration:

45 minute class session

Standards
& Goals:

Virginia State Learning Standards
The student will demonstrate skills for historical and geographical analysis, including the ability to
  1. Make connections between past and present
  2. Sequence events in United States history from 1877 to present.
  3. Analyze and interpret maps that include major physical features
The student will listen, draw conclusions, and share responses in subject-related group learning activities.
  1. Participate in and contribute to discussions across content areas.
  2. Organize information to present reports of group activities.
  3. Summarize information gathered in group activities.
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 Lotus Seed by Sherry Garland.
  • Define the word immigrant.
  • Write specific questions regarding their own heritage, culture and family immigration to the United States.
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