Free Writing Lesson Plan-EDUC566

Escuela de Estudios Profesionales
Programa Ahora
Universidad del Turabo
EDUC 566
Methods of Teaching a Second Language
Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan Title: The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
vignette #12 Cathy the Queen of Cats

Concept / Topic to Teach: Friendship/ Racism

Standards Addressed: 12. 1 Listening/Speaking
12. 3 Reading
12. 1 Writing


General Goal(s): Upon completing an oral reading of the selected vignette the students will be able to:
1. Recreate the vignette in groups
2. Discuss the themes presented in this vignette
3. Work with a free writing exercise

Specific Objectives: 1. To have students read the selection for auditory comprehension
2. To have students discuss the themes presented in the vignettes.
3. To have students recreate the vignette # 12

Required Materials: 1. Copies of the Novel
2. Blank paper


Anticipatory Set (Lead-In): Students will have a class discussion on the meaning of
friendship.

Step-By-Step Procedures: 1. Students will have a passive discussion on what friendship.
2. Students will read the vignette out loud
3. Students will recreate the vignette (using humor)
4. Students will point out the themes in the vignette.
5. Students will participate if a free writing exercise.












Plan for Independent Practice: 1. students will search the web for further
Information on the Novel.

Closure (Reflect Anticipatory Set): 1. Students will complete their free writing exercise based on their chosen topics.

Assessment Based on Objectives: 1. Students will make a drawing of the vignette

Adaptations
(For Students with Learning Disabilities): Sign language (interpreter)
will be available and grade of difficultness , will be evaluated for slow learners.


Extensions (For Gifted Students): Gifted children will research on further
Information on the novel.

Possible Connections to Other Subjects: Social Sciences, psychology