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July
2002 Vol.3 Issue 7
Suggested
lesson plan for "Florissant
girl very active in community service"
Readability:
Sixth grade reading level
Possible hard
words: Proper names: Jazzmine Booker, Florissant, Ames School,
Carr-Lane Middle School, Temple of Judah Church of god in
Christ
Other words: disciplining, solicited, participant, under-privileged,
residents
BEFORE READING:
There aren't many hard words in this article. Have the young
reader go through the list above and help out with any words
if help is needed. Then suggest that the child read the article
aloud to you and be ready to discuss it afterwards.
DURING READING:
Supply and words fairly promptly that impair reading fluency.
AFTER READING:
Raise some questions such as the following to check understanding
and stimulate discussion.
- What did Jazzmine
do in order to prepare herself for her father's return home
after a heart attack?
- Describe Jazzmine's
attitude toward becoming an elementary teacher when she
is older.
- How was Jazzmine's
cookie selling ability contrasted with her unwillingness
to sing a solo in the choir?
- Have you done
or are you now doing any community service activities such
as Jazzmine does? Describe what you do or might do.
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