A Poignant Passage about the Middle Passage

In this lesson, students will explore what makes a passage poignant by analyzing an important chapter from the historical fiction novel, The Slave Dancer, by Paula Fox. In cooperative groups, they will use their prior knowledge of figurative language, conflict, theme, and characterization to identify a passage that has high emotional impact, relating to the journey along the Middle Passage during the slave trade. As culminating assessments, students will present their group's textual analysis to the class.
Resource ID#: 43146 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 6
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Document Camera, Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector
Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s)
Keywords: novel, The Slave Dancer, Slave Trade, Middle Passage, historical fiction, theme, figurative language, oral presentation, poignant, characterization, conflict, Paula Fox
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Writing to Learn, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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