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Chapter 15 – CCSS – Anchor Standard 9: Compare/Contrast Themes and Topics

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Dec 9, 2015
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Ch. 15 – CCSS – Anchor Standard 9: Compare/Contrast Themes and Topics

Anchor Standard 9
Analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics to build knowledge or to compare the approaches the author takes
Two Main Reading Skills
The ability to analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics to build knowledge
The ability to analyze how two or more texts address similar themes or topics to compare the author’s approaches
Activities
Kindergarten
Describe the Grinch!
Students will be read “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas.” Then, as a class, they will fill in a bubble map writing down facts about the Grinch in the beginning of the story compared to the Grinch at the end of the story
LAFS.K.RI.3.9
Differentiation: Have a word wall with common characteristics used to describe the Grinch (mean, heart, large, small) in the student's native language. Also, engange in both a whole group discussion and one-on-one discussion with any ELLs to build their knowledge. Students with difficulties can orally.
1st Grade
Stellaluna
Students will compare and contrast the difference and similarities between bats and birds within the story Stellaluna. The characteristics are explained in the book, and using a SMARTboard Difference Chart, students can drag the characteristics into appropriate boxes. Then, after doing this, students can act out what is similar and different between bats and birds (such as flying, eating).
Differentiation: Students can act out the differences and use the visuals to make connections.
LAFS.1.RL.3.9
2nd Grade
Comparing Cinderella – students will be given different versions of the classic fairytale
Over 500 versions of Cinderella!
After reading the texts individually, in a small group or as a class, students will write a paragraph of 4-6 sentences:
Write an introductory sentence stating the version of Cinderella you chose
Write at least one sentence in which you explain how this Cinderella story is like another one (compare)
Write at least one sentence in which you explain how this Cinderella story is different than another one
Write a concluding sentence
LAFS.2.RI.3.9
Differentiation: Students with difficulties and ELLs can give their answers so the teacher can write the sentences in highlighter. Then, the students trace over the highlighter. ELLs may also obtain texts in their L1 to use for comparisons since there are so many!
3rd Grade
Stega Nona vs. Big Anthony by Tomie dePaola
This lesson focuses on identifying plot and comparing/contrasting the plot of the books. The two books use the same central character, Big Anthony. Using a plot diagram and guiding questions students will identify the exposition, rising action, climax, falling actions, and resolution in each book. Students will write sentences comparing and contrasting the plots of the two stories
LAFS.3.FL.3.9
Differentiation: ELLs can orally compare and contrast the plot or use visuals to explain the differences.
4th Grade
The Three Little Pigs
Students will (with former knowledge of these texts) be asked to act out the point of view of anything within the story (one of the houses, the pig, the wolf). Students can pick their own POV and act it to another person with a different POV. Then, they write a paragraph stating the difference and similarities between their POV and their partner’s POV. They will use vocabulary that goes along with first and third person POV, such as “I feel,” “they said,” etc.
LAFS.4.RL.2.6
Differentiation: ELLs will be allowed to preview the story in their own language in order to familiarize themselves with the plot. Then, written instructions will be written for them. If they cannot speak English well, then they will work with an ESOL para or translator to act out their scenes.
5th Grade
Pick two texts (non-fiction or fiction) and list three questions. Then, they answer how each text or source answered those questions.
LAFS.5.RL.3.9 – Compare and contrast in the same genre on their approaches to similar themes and topics

Differentiation: Students may choose a text in their own language to pull questions. If a text is unavailable, then they may pick a lower level text that can be translated easily for them. Then, they may use a graphic organizer to complete the questions.