Comparing and Contrasting Washington and Lincoln

In this lesson, students will identify the relevant details and central idea of two informational texts about George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. They will then compare and contrast the two presidents using a graphic organizer and write an expository essay to explain the presidents' similarities and differences.
Resource ID#: 60287 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 3
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones, Free account required
Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s) 30 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, compare, contrast, main idea, graphic organizers, Venn diagram, text-dependent questions, expository writing, relevant details, central idea, topic
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Writing to Learn
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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