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Guided Lesson: Literature 1
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This literature lesson guides kids towards a deeper understanding of second grade texts through an exploration of character, setting, and plot. Kids will be challenged to answer the who, what, where, when and why of a story, in addition to determining the story's message. Two versions of the same story will be presented in order for second graders to see story elements in action.
This literature lesson guides kids towards a deeper understanding of second grade texts through an exploration of character, setting, and plot.
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Song: 5 W's Song: Who, What, Where, When, Why?

Story: Jack and the Beanstalk

Game: Jack and the Beanstalk Reading Comprehension

Story: Ogg and the Beanstalk

Game: Compare and Contrast Jack and the Beanstalk Stories
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