What, where, how? Readers hone their analysis skills as they determine the narrator's point of view in Eight Days. They complete a literary analysis chart and essay to describe what and where events take place. Individuals then discuss how the narrator describes each event. 

Concepts

natural disasters, point of view, first-person point of view

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Instructional Ideas

• Discuss how a story from a firsthand and secondhand experience differs

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson five of nine in Grade 5 ELA Module 4, Unit 2
• Complete lessons in order
• Have group essay feedback from lesson two prepared 

Pros

• Offers ideas for meeting the needs of all learners
• Includes teacher notes summarizing each activity and offering tips for a more successful lesson

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.5.6 W.5.2.a W.5.2.b W.5.2.c W.5.2.d W.5.2.e W.5.9.a