Essential Question:  What is courage? How do writers share their messages of courage?

Related Media Exploration:  What Motivates People to Act Courageously?

Day 1 (Thursday, 4/3)

1.  Whole Class introduction (Part 1)

2. Independent/Partner Work:  Choose at least TWO of the videos and complete the questions on the handout.  Note that one of the questions for video 3 is connected to video 2.  (See parts 2-4 of your packet)

3. Independent Reflection (Part 5)

4. Whole class/Small group discussion - see the questions on part 6 of your packet

NOTE:  If you are still not finished typing your essay, you may choose to complete the Media Exploration independently at home.  ALL essay notes and drafts are due BEFORE the end of class TODAY.

Non-Fiction Selections

Poetry Selections:  Day 4 (Block Day, 4/8 & 4/9)

1.  Vocabulary

2. Introduce each poem with slides

3. Read each poem 2x:  annotate, discuss, and answer questions

4. Small Group Discussion Cards

5. Introduce Reflection Activity - Graphic Organizer

Days 5 & 6 (Thursday, 4/10 & Friday, 4/11)

Independent Reflection:  Writing Activity

1.  Complete the Courage Graphic Organizer

2. Write your response to the Courage Prompt (see rubric) and submit on Google Classroom by the end of the day on 3/15.