Developing Resilience: The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963

Lesson 10
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ELA

Unit 1

6th Grade

Lesson 10 of 32

Objective


Provide an objective summary and determine the central idea of a nonfiction article.

Readings and Materials


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Target Task


Writing Prompt

Provide an objective summary of this article. Aim for 4–5 sentences.

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Key Questions


Close Read Questions

  • According to the article, what have studies shown about the difference between first-born children and their younger siblings? Answer the question in your own words. 

  • Summarize the section, “Unintended Overparenting.” Aim for 1–2 sentences.

  • Summarize the section, “Amalgams of Influence.” Aim for 1–2 sentences.

  • The title of the article is "How Much Does Birth Order Shape Our Lives?" Based on what you read today, write a one-sentence answer to this question. 

Discussion Questions

  • Do you think Kenny’s and Byron’s behavior confirms or challenges the stereotypes about first- and second-born children?

Exit Ticket

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Vocabulary


Text-based

incentive

n.

something that motivates someone to do something

conscientious

adj.

wanting to do what is right; diligent and careful in one’s work

Homework


To ensure that students are prepared for the next lesson, have students complete the following reading for homework. Use guidance from the next lesson to identify any additional language or background support students may need while independently engaging with the text.

  • Book: The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis  pp. 86 – 99

While reading, answer the following questions.

  • What does Byron do that surprises his family?

  • How do Byron's parents react to what he has done? Provide an example from the text.

  • How does Kenny react to this situation? Provide an example from the text.

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Common Core Standards


  • RI.6.2 — Determine a central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.

Supporting Standards

L.6.6
RI.6.1
RI.6.4
RI.6.10
SL.6.1
SL.6.6
W.6.2
W.6.2.a
W.6.2.b
W.6.4
W.6.9
W.6.9.b
W.6.10
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