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What Goes Up Must Come Down Lesson PlanWhat Goes Up Must Come Down Lesson Plan
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Beacon Learning Center
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4th - 7th
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English Language Arts
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45 mins
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What Goes Up Must Come Down

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After your class has completed The Cay by Theodore Taylor, assess understanding of the plot. First, model how to fill out a plot line for your class. Next, have class members fill in the plot of The Cay on the provided story map. Invite individuals to glance at the rubric for guidance and consider making this into a collaborative activity.

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plot elements, plot, story mapping, stories, story maps, the cay, theodore taylor

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story mapping, story map, plot, the cay, theodore taylor, elements of plot, english language arts

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  • Provides all necessary materials and extension ideas

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  • Rubric is included, but very basic

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