Class Grade 6 ELA

Tuck Everlasting Unit Planning

Lesson Sequence Date Range October 10 Nov 9

Duration Approx. 88 mins

Teacher Name: Jade Oldfield

October/November 2017

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

9 10 11 12 13 14

No School Presentation P1: Fig Lang Short Story Test Work Period
Work Period Presentations & Work Period
Compare Stories

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

Work Period Novel study - Short Story vs. PD Day PD Day

Would you want Novella vs.
To live forever? Novel

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

Predictions Vocabulary 1-8 Characterization Personification What do you look

Book Bits Setting Forward to? Complete up to
Teacher Read Students Read Read to Self Chp 6
Prologue Chp 1 Chp 2-3 Chp 4-5

29 30 31 Nov 1 2 3 4

Reading Asmt 1 Extended Conflict Reading Asmt 2 Mock Trial Complete up to

Teacher Read Metaphors Similes Chp 16
Chp 6-7
Vocab 9-20 Students Read Read to Self Students Read Read to Self
Chp 8-9 Chp 10-11 Chp 12-13 Chp 14-15

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Imagery Reading Asmt 3 Vocab 21-26 Reading Asmt 4 No School

Work Period Theme Work Period Theme Complete up to
Teacher Read Students Read Read to Self Students Read Chp 23
Chp 16-17 Chp 18-19 Chp 20-21 Chp 22
13 14 15 16 17 18
12
Weather Woes Work Period Work Period Movie Movie Complete up to
Novel Project Reflection Novel Project Reading Asmt 5 end
Read to Self Teacher Read
Chp 23 Chp 24-25 & Ep
 ELA GLO 1: ELA GLO 2: ELA GLO 3: ELA GLO 4: ELA GLO 5:
1.1 - use talk, notes, 2.1 - preview the 3.3 - organize ideas 4.1 - revise to provide 5.1 - share and discuss
personal writing and content and structure and information using focus, expand relevant ideas and experiences
representing, together of subject area texts, a variety of strategies ideas and eliminate that contribute to
with texts and the and use this and techniques, such unnecessary different responses to
ideas of others, to information to set a as comparing and information oral, print and other
clarify and shape purpose, rate and contrasting, and media texts
understanding strategy for reading classifying and sorting 4.2 - use a variety of
according to subtopics resources and 5.2 - assume a variety
1.1 - read, write, 2.1 - use definitions and sequence strategies to of roles, and share
represent and talk to provided in context to determine and learn responsibilities as a
explore and explain identify the meanings the correct spelling of group member
connections between of unfamiliar word common exceptions to
prior knowledge and conventional spelling
new information in 2.2 - discuss how pattern
oral, print and other detail is used to
media texts enhance character, 4.3 - use various styles
setting, action and and forms of
1.1 - assess personal mood in oral, print and presentations,
language use, and other media texts depending on content,
revise personal goals audience and purpose
to enhance language 2.2 - explain how
learning and use metaphor,
personification and
1.2 - use talk, notes, synecdoche are used
personal writing and to create mood and
representing, together mental images
with texts and the 2.2 - make connections
ideas of others, to between own life and
clarify and shape characters and ideas in
understanding oral, print and other
media texts
2.2 - identify or infer
reasons for a
character's actions or
feelings
2.2- comment on the
credibility of
characters and events
in oral, print and other
media texts, using
evidence from
personal experiences
and the text

2.2 - summarize oral,

print or other media
texts, indicating the
connections among
events, characters and
settings

2.2 - discuss common

topics or themes in a
variety of oral, print
and other media texts
2.3 - identify key
characteristics of a
variety of forms or
genres of oral, print
and other media texts

2.3 - discuss the

differences between
print and other media
versions of the same
text

2. 4 - use literary
devices, such as
imagery and figurative
language, to create
particular effects
Lesson # 1 of 21 Would you want to live forever? Date:
Students will explore different genres of novels.
Students will consider their personal reading style and goals
Outcome(s) 1.1 - use talk, notes, personal writing and representing, together with texts and the ideas
of others, to clarify and shape understanding
2.1 - preview the content and structure of subject area texts, and use this information to
set a purpose, rate and strategy for reading
2.3 - identify key characteristics of a variety of forms or genres of oral, print and other
media texts
5.2- assume a variety of roles, and share responsibilities as a group member

Assessment
Evidence(s) -Pre-assessment, formative
Purpose -Gallery walk
Device
Learning Students will work in groups to create charts that build different components of novel
Activity(s) genres
Students will proceed around the charts and add ideas as they go
Students will think/pair/share if they would want to live forever
Resources Chart paper, markers
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 2 of 21 Short stories vs. novellas vs. novels Date:

Students will explore the difference between short stories, novellas
and novels
Students will understand the difference between plot in short stories
and novels
Outcome(s) 1.1 - read, write, represent and talk to explore and explain connections between prior
knowledge and new information in oral, print and other media texts
2.3 - identify key characteristics of a variety of forms or genres of oral, print and other
media texts
Assessment
Evidence(s) -Pre-assessment, formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Students will brainstorm the differences between different types of media
Activity(s) Students will be assigned/sign out novels
Teacher will introduce novel & format of lessons
Resources Graphic organizers
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 3 of 21 Book Bits Date:
Students will predict aspects of the novel using book bits
Students will get excited about the novel
Students will be introduced to foreshadowing
Outcome(s) 2.1 - preview the content and structure of subject area texts, and use this information to
set a purpose, rate and strategy for reading
3.3 - organize ideas and information using a variety of strategies and techniques, such as
comparing and contrasting, and classifying and sorting according to subtopics and
sequence
5.2 - assume a variety of roles, and share responsibilities as a group member
Assessment
Evidence(s) -Pre-assessment, formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Students will be assigned books bits which they will predict what will happen
Activity(s) Students will brainstorm in groups and write a hypothesis
Students will try to put their book bits in order
Resources Book bits print out
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 4 of 21 Vocab Chp 1-8 & Setting Date:

Students will comprehend new vocabulary concepts
Students will engage in vocabulary activities
Students will visualize and illustrate the setting of the novel
Outcome(s) 1.1 - assess personal language use, and revise personal goals to enhance language
learning and use
2.1 - use definitions provided in context to identify the meanings of unfamiliar word
2.3 - Explore techniques, such as visual imagery, sound, flashback and voice inflection,
in oral, print and other media texts
3.3 - organize ideas and information using a variety of strategies and techniques, such
as comparing and contrasting, and classifying and sorting according to subtopics and
sequence
Assessment
Evidence(s) -pre-assessment, formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will play games to learn new vocabulary from the novel
Teacher Read Prologue & Chp 1
Students will draw the initial setting for the book

Resources Novel
Novel booklet setting activity
Notes/Reflection
Lesson #5 of 21 Characterization Date:
Students will identify examples of characterization
Outcome(s) 2.2 - make connections between own life and characters and ideas in oral, print and
other media texts
2.2 - identify or infer reasons for a character's actions or feelings
2.2- comment on the credibility of characters and events in oral, print and other
media texts, using evidence from personal experiences and the text
Assessment
Evidence(s) -Formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will use graphic organizers to categorize initial characters
Students will recognize/review that characters are created by what they do,
say, think and what others think about them
Resources Novel & Novel booklet characterization activity
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 6 of 21 Personification Date:

Students will identify and explain examples of personification
Outcome(s) 2.2 - make connections between own life and characters and ideas in oral, print and
other media texts
2.2 - explain how metaphor, personification and synecdoche are used to create mood
and mental images
Assessment
Evidence(s)
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will work in groups to identify examples of personification in their novel
Resources Novel
Novel booklet personification activity (back of booklet)
Notes/Reflection
Lesson #7 of 21 What are you looking forward to as you get older? Date:
Students will relate to characters in the novel
Students will respond personally to novel prompts
Outcome(s) 2.1 - combine personal experiences and the knowledge and skills gained through
previous experiences with oral, print and other media texts to understand new ideas
and information
2.2 - make connections between own life and characters and ideas in oral, print and
other media texts
Assessment
Evidence(s) -formative, journal entry
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will be given a print out with their picture aged
Students will respond to what they are looking forward to when theyre older
Resources Novel
Pictures
Print outs
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 8 of 21 Reading Activity One Date:

Students will utilize close reading skills to answer reading
comprehension questions
Outcome(s) 1.1 - read, write, represent and talk to explore and explain connections between prior
knowledge and new information in oral, print and other media texts
2.2 - summarize oral, print or other media texts, indicating the connections among
events, characters and settings
Assessment
Evidence(s) Summative - Assignment One
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will work independently to answer assignment one
Assignment one will be open book
Students will work independently on Vocabulary Chp 9-12 (booklet) when
done
Teacher will read chapters 6-7
Resources Novel
Novel booklet
Assignment one
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 9 of 21 Students will examine extended metaphors Date:
Outcome(s) 2.2 - explain how metaphor, personification and synecdoche are
used to create mood and mental images
Assessment
Evidence(s) -Formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Teacher will introduce the wheel metaphor, extended metaphors & symbolism
Students will work in groups to identify possible meanings
Students read chapters 8-9
Resources Novel
Novel booklet
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 10 of 21 Conflict Date:

Students will examine conflict from different perspectives
Outcome(s) 1.1 - read, write, represent and talk to explore and explain connections between prior
knowledge and new information in oral, print and other media texts
1.2 - use talk, notes, personal writing and representing, together with texts and the
ideas of others, to clarify and shape understanding
2.2 - make connections between own life and characters and ideas in oral, print and
other media texts

Assessment
Evidence(s) -Formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will review types of conflict in the novel to-date
Identify the different conflicts in the novel
Read to self chps 10-11
Resources Novel
Novel booklet conflict sheets (back of booklet)
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 11 of 21 Reading Assignment 2 Date:
Students will utilize close reading skills to answer reading
comprehension questions
Students will identify and explain similes in their text
Outcome(s) 1.1 - read, write, represent and talk to explore and explain connections between prior
knowledge and new information in oral, print and other media texts
2.2 - summarize oral, print or other media texts, indicating the connections among
events, characters and settings
Assessment
Evidence(s) Summative Assignment 2
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will complete reading activity two independently
Assignment is open book
Students read chps 12-13
Students will work in groups to identify and explain similes
Resources Novel
Reading Assignment 2
Novel booklet simile page (back of booklet)
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 12 of 21 Mock Trial Date:

Students will find and use textual evidence to support an opinion
Outcome(s) 2.2 - discuss how detail is used to enhance character, setting, action and mood in oral,
print and other media texts
5.2 - assume a variety of roles, and share responsibilities as a group member
Assessment
Evidence(s) -Formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will be assigned to a group; each group will have a role in a mock trial
Arguments must be made as to whether or not Mae should go to jail
Read to self chp 14-15
Resources Novel
Mock Trial sheets
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 13 of 21 Imagery Date:
Students will identify and appreciate examples of imagery
Students will apply their knowledge of novel studies and
literature toward their final project
Outcome(s) 2. 4 - use literary devices, such as imagery and figurative language, to create particular
effects
4.2 - use a variety of resources and strategies to determine and learn the correct
spelling of common exceptions to conventional spelling pattern
Assessment
Evidence(s) -Formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Teacher will read chps 16-17
Students will work in pairs, read pg.60 and identify examples of imagery
Students will work individually, choose their final novel project and begin using
graphic organizers to collect ideas and evidence
Resources Novel
Novel booklet imagery & project sheet (back of booklet)
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 14 of 21 Reading Assignment 3 Date:

Students will utilize close reading skills to answer reading
comprehension questions
Students will analyze thematic messages
Outcome(s) 1.1- read, write, represent and talk to explore and explain connections between prior
knowledge and new information in oral, print and other media texts
2.2 - discuss common topics or themes in a variety of oral, print and other media texts
2.2 - summarize oral, print or other media texts, indicating the connections among
events, characters and settings
Assessment
Evidence(s) Summative Assignment 3
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will complete reading activity three independently
Reading activity is open book
Students will brainstorm emerging themes in the novel
Students read chp 18-19
Resources Novel
Reading Assignment 3
Novel booklet theme pages (back of booklet)
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 15 of 21 Vocab/Work Period Date:
Student will understand and explain vocabulary words
Students will apply their knowledge of novel studies and
literature toward their final project
Outcome(s) 2.3 - use literary devices, such as imagery and figurative language, to create particular
effects
4.2 - use a variety of resources and strategies to determine and learn the correct
spelling of common exceptions to conventional spelling patterns
4.3 - use various styles and forms of presentations, depending on content, audience
and purpose
Assessment Final Project
Evidence(s)
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Read to self chps 20-21
Students will choose their final novel project and begin using graphic organizers to
collect ideas and evidence
Resources Novel
Novel booklet - vocab
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 16 of 21 Reading Activity 4 Date:

Students will utilize close reading skills to answer reading
comprehension questions
Students will analyze thematic messages
Outcome(s) 1.1 - read, write, represent and talk to explore and explain connections between prior
knowledge and new information in oral, print and other media texts
2.2 - discuss common topics or themes in a variety of oral, print and other media texts
Assessment Summative Assignment 4
Evidence(s)
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will complete reading activity #4 independently
Assignment is open book
Students will find evidence to support themes in the novel
Students read chp 22
Resources Novel
Novel booklet theme (back of booklet)
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 17 of 21 Weather Woes/Work Period Date:
Students will identify examples of pathetic fallacy
Students will apply their knowledge of novel studies and literature
toward their final project

Outcome(s) 4.1 - revise to provide focus, expand relevant ideas and eliminate unnecessary
information
4.2 - use a variety of resources and strategies to determine and learn the correct
spelling of common exceptions to conventional spelling patterns
4.3 - use various styles and forms of presentations, depending on content, audience
and purpose
Assessment Final project
Evidence(s)
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Read to self chp 23
Students will continue to work on their chosen final project
Resources Novel
Novel booklet
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 18 of 21 FIN! - Reflections

Students will apply their knowledge of novel studies and
literature toward their final project
Outcome(s) 4.1 - revise to provide focus, expand relevant ideas and eliminate unnecessary
information
4.2 - use a variety of resources and strategies to determine and learn the correct
spelling of common exceptions to conventional spelling patterns
4.3 - use various styles and forms of presentations, depending on content, audience
and purpose
Assessment Novel study project
Evidence(s)
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Teacher read chp 24-25 & epilogue
Students will reflect and respond to the novel
Students will continue to work on their chosen final project
Resources Novel
Novel booklet reflection sheets (back of booklet)
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 19 of 21 Work Period Date:
Students will apply their knowledge of novel studies and literature
toward their final project
Outcome(s) 4.1 - revise to provide focus, expand relevant ideas and eliminate unnecessary
information
4.2 - use a variety of resources and strategies to determine and learn the correct
spelling of common exceptions to conventional spelling patterns
4.3 - use various styles and forms of presentations, depending on content, audience
and purpose
Assessment Final Project
Evidence(s)
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will complete any outstanding comprehension questions
Students will continue working on their novel study projects
Resources Novel
Novel booklet
Notes/Reflection

Lesson # 20 of 21 Reading Assignment 5 Movie Day 1 Date:

Students will utilize close reading skills to answer reading
comprehension questions
Students will appreciate different forms of media
Outcome(s) 1.1- assess a variety of oral, print and other media texts, and discuss preferences for
particular forms
2.2 - summarize oral, print or other media texts, indicating the connections among
events, characters and settings
2.3 - discuss the differences between print and other media versions of the same text
5.1 - share and discuss ideas and experiences that contribute to different responses to
oral, print and other media texts

Assessment Summative Assignment 5

Evidence(s)
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will complete reading activity #5 independently.
Assignment is open book
Start movies, students will identify differences in media (movie vs. novel)
Resources Novel
Novel booklet
Tuck Everlasting Movie
Notes/Reflection
Lesson # 21 of 21 Movie Day 2 Date:
Students will appreciate different forms of media
Outcome(s) 1.1 - assess a variety of oral, print and other media texts, and discuss preferences for
particular forms
2.3 - discuss the differences between print and other media versions of the same text
5.1 - share and discuss ideas and experiences that contribute to different responses to
oral, print and other media texts

Assessment
Evidence(s) -Formative
Purpose
Device
Learning Activity(s) Students will finish movie
Students will identify differences in media (movie vs. novel)
Resources Novel
Novel booklet
Tuck Everlasting Movie
Notes/Reflection