Title: ______

Close Read

CCSS: RI.1- Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text.

CCSS: RI.10 - Read and comprehend complex literary and informational texts independently and proficiently.

First Read – Students read independently while annotating text

Discussion with partner after first read. Discuss questions below.

General Understanding (RL. 2.2) - Recount stories, including fables and folktales from diverse cultures, and determine their central message, lesson, or moral

  • What is the central idea?
  • How is the central idea developed?

What is the Fable mostly about?

Key Details(RL. 2.2 )Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges

  • What supporting details are included in the text?

How does the Hippopotamus react when enjoys the food?

How does the Hippopotamus react when he can’t get from the table?

Second Read-Teacher reads aloud the text. Students listen and continue to annotate.

Discussion with partner after second read. Discuss questions below.

Vocabulary and Text Structure- vocabulary - (RL.2.4) text structure –

(RL. 2.3) (RL.2.5)

  • How does the text structure help the reader understand the vocabulary?
  • How does specific word choices shape meaning or tone?

(RL.2.4) Describe how words and phrases (e.g., regular beats, alliteration, rhymes, repeated lines) supply rhythm and meaning in a story, poem, or song.

How does the text help you understand the word ______?

(RL.2.7)*Use information gained from the illustrations and words in a print or digital text to demonstrate understanding of its characters, setting, or plot.

What topic or idea is presented?

  • How is this topic similar or different when presented in various mediums?
  • Which medium is most effective
  • What limitations are realized when using ____ medium to present the topic?

What does the Illustration tell you about the Hippo as a character?

Purpose- (RL.2.6) - Acknowledge differences in the points of view of characters, including by speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud

  • What is the point of view/purpose in this text?, How do you know?
  • What conflicting viewpoints does the text explore?
  • How does the author treat the conflicting evidence?
  • Is the author effective in his examination of conflicting evidence? (does the author present both sides equally or is the author showing a bias point of view?)

N/A

Inferences – integrated -

How does the boy feel about jumping? Find evidence to support your answer.

Third Read- Teacher reads, partner read or independent read (choice)

Opinions, Arguments & Intertextual Connections- (RL.2.9)

  • What argument/content is presented?
  • What claims/facts support the argument/content?
  • In what manner is the argument/content & claims/facts presented?
  • What evidence is presented?
  • Is the evidence relevant to the argument/content? Why or why not?
  • Is enough evidence presented to support the argument/claim?

*text specific