Original PromptPlease create lesson slides that follow this description word for word. Don't change any wording, take out or add anything. Grade: 5th Grade ELA
Standard: RL.5.3 Compare and contrast two or more characters, settings, or events in a story or drama, drawing on specific details in the text (e.g., how characters interact).
Text: Letters from Rifka (Pages 61-65)
1. The Hook & Setting Success Criteria
The Hook: Display a picture of a "Gold-toothed Giant" and a "Kind Milkman." Ask students: "If you
This teacher guide focuses on a lesson derived from the book 'Letters from Rifka'. It highlights lesson standards, specifically RL.5.3, which emphasizes comparing and contrasting characters and their interactions. The lesson aims to help students explore the emotional journey of the protagonist, Rifka, particularly through her interactions with two key characters: the 'Gold-toothed Giant' and the 'Kind Milkman'. The guide outlines the necessary materials, time allocation, and classroom setup, including visual aids to engage students. Throughout the lesson, students will use note catchers to track character traits and Rifka's emotional growth as they read selected pages from the text. The guide features a comprehensive teaching strategy, including direct modeling, collaborative practice, and independent tasks, culminating in an exit ticket that prompts students to reflect on how character interactions influence Rifka's healing process. Emphasis is placed on using textual evidence to support their analyses, aligning with a mastery checklist aimed at gauging understanding of character comparisons and emotional responses.