Questions: How does the word [X] change the tone? Why did the author structure this section this way?
Level 3: Evaluative (Judging the text or connecting to broader concepts).
Task: Strategic re-reading of specific paragraphs or stanzas. Close Reading Lesson Plan Templates
Students will be able to analyze [specific theme/literary device] by citing specific textual evidence. II. The Text Selection
[e.g., How does the author use symbolism to develop the protagonist's growth?] III. The Reading Phases First Read: Key Ideas and Details (The "What") Purpose: Students get the "gist" of the text. Task: Independent reading or teacher read-aloud. Questions: How does the word [X] change the tone
Avoid giving away the "meaning" of the text before they read it. Let them struggle a little—it’s where the learning happens.
Purpose: Connect the text to larger themes, other texts, or the world. Task: Strategic re-reading of specific paragraphs or stanzas
Give students a simple code (e.g., ? for confusion, ! for surprises, Circle for unfamiliar words).