Exploring Tony Sarg's Biography

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Create a comprehensive lesson centered on "Balloons Over Broadway" that explores Tony Sarg's journey as an innovative puppeteer while developing students' ability to explain how relevant details support the central idea (ELA.4.R.2.2) and identify the characteristics of biographical texts (ELA.4.R.3.2b). Design sequenced questioning strategies that guide students to analyze how Sweet develops Sarg's character traits through specific details about his persistence, creativity, and problem-solving s...

This resource delves into the life of Tony Sarg, the innovative puppeteer known for creating the giant balloons seen in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Through this biography, students will explore Sarg's early life, his challenges, successes, and the character traits that defined him, such as creativity and persistence. The document encourages students to analyze key life events and discuss how Sarg's imagination and perseverance contributed to his achievements. It includes activities such as guiding questions, character trait analysis, and a timeline of Sarg's journey, fostering a deeper understanding of biographical texts and the impact individuals can have on culture.