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August 2004     Vol.5 Issue 8

Suggested lesson plan for
"Youth plans for an 'active' future"

Possible hard words: Proper names: Marcus Zamphier, Buerkle Middle School, Mehlville School District,
Other words: scholarships, profiles, compliment, technology, carnival, resume, envision

BEFORE READING: There aren't many hard words in this article. Ask the young reader to read the words and names from the list. Offer help if needed. Then ask him or her to read the article aloud and be ready to answer questions about it afterward.

DURING READING: Provide any names or words promptly if needed to insure fluency.

AFTER READING: Use questions such as the following to check comprehension and stimulate a discussion of the article.

  1. What made you think that possibly Marcus was joining organizations just to look good on paper?
  2. What is Marcus' possible career goal at this time?
  3. What was his peer tutoring experience?
  4. What is Marcus trying to keep in balance?

 

 


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