The Chocolate Miracle

In this lesson, students will learn about the Berlin Airlift following World War II and then read a story, Mercedes and the Chocolate Pilot (850L) by Patricia A. Pierce. Students will then create a narrative story in which the students will write as a pilot, dispersing their favorite candy or gum over a different town or country. Students will utilize a story elements graphic organizer, peer editing checklist, and a narrative rubric to assist them in the writing process.
Resource ID#: 50751 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 4
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: Berlin Airlift, story elements, Mercedes and The Chocolate Pilot, Patria A. Pierce, writing, narrative writing, narratives, veterans, editing checklist, cause and effect
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Assessment,  Text Resource,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Writing to Learn
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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