Investigating Overcoming Obstacles and Problem/Solution Relationships in The Longest Shortcut by Earl Ayder

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Theme:

Problem and Solution Relationships, Overcoming Obstacles

Grades:

3 - 5

Subject:

Reading and Language Arts

Duration:

1–2 class periods including time to read the book

Standards
& Goals:

New Jersey State Core Content Curriculum Standards:
Reading/Language Arts:
3.1 Reading
   A. Concepts About Print
   E. Reading Strategies
   F. Vocabulary and Concept Development
  G. Comprehension Skills and Response to Text

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 and discuss the book The Longest Shortcut by Earl Ayder literally and analytically.
  • Examine problem and solution relationships and overcoming obstacles.
  • Complete a chart outlining the obstacles the characters in the book faced and their solutions to their problems.
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