Pay close attention. Learners discuss the things close readers do and record them in a chart. They then silently reading section 1 of Investigating the Scientific Method wit Max Axiom Super Scientist and write the gist of the text in their journals. Pupils finish by completing a second read of the section and focus on paraphrasing the steps Max takes to solve a problem. 

Concepts

paraphrasing, direct quotes, problem solving strategies

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Instructional Ideas

• Have readers research plagiarism rules and laws

Classroom Considerations

• Lesson two of 10 consecutive parts in Grade 5 ELA Module 2B, Unit 1
• Suggests creating anchor charts in advance
• Uses index cards

Pros

• Includes a completed anchor charts for teacher reference
• Offers an outline with suggested times for each activity

Cons

• None

Common Core

RL.5.1 RL.5.7 W.5.8 L.5.4.a L.5.4.b