Grade: 6 Subject: English Language Arts Text: Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson

Lesson Plan: Explaining Concept Vocabulary from Brown Girl Dreaming

Learning Target: Students will be able to explain concept vocabulary from the text Brown Girl Dreaming using context clues and prior knowledge.

Materials: - Copies of Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson - Whiteboard or chart paper - Markers - Index cards - Vocabulary list (pre-selected words from the text)

Procedure:

1. Introduction (5 minutes):
   • Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever come across words in their reading that they didn’t understand.
   • Explain that today, they will be learning strategies to help them understand and explain concept vocabulary from the text Brown Girl Dreaming.
2. Pre-Reading Activity (10 minutes):
   • Distribute index cards to each student.
   • Ask students to write down any unfamiliar words they encounter while reading Brown Girl Dreaming.
   • Collect the index cards and review the words to create a vocabulary list for the class.
3. Vocabulary Exploration (15 minutes):
   • Select a few words from the vocabulary list and write them on the whiteboard or chart paper.
   • Model the process of explaining the vocabulary words using context clues and prior knowledge.
   • Encourage students to participate by sharing their own ideas and interpretations of the words.
   • Discuss the meanings of the words as a class, ensuring that students understand the concepts behind them.
4. Small Group Activity (15 minutes):
   • Divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
   • Assign each group a different vocabulary word from the list.
   • Instruct the groups to work together to create a short skit or role-play that demonstrates the meaning of their assigned word.
   • Allow time for the groups to practice and prepare their skits.
5. Skit Presentations (10 minutes):
   • Have each group present their skit to the class.
   • After each presentation, ask the audience to identify the vocabulary word being portrayed and explain its meaning based on the skit.
   • Provide feedback and clarification as needed.
6. Individual Practice (10 minutes):
   • Distribute copies of Brown Girl Dreaming to each student.
   • Instruct students to choose a vocabulary word from the list and find an example of its usage in the text.
   • Ask students to write a short paragraph explaining the meaning of the word based on its context in the text.
7. Wrap-up and Reflection (5 minutes):
   • Gather the class together and review the vocabulary words discussed during the lesson.
   • Ask students to reflect on their understanding of the concept vocabulary and share any insights or questions they have.
   • Provide additional clarification or examples as needed.

Extension Activity: - Encourage students to create flashcards or a vocabulary journal to further reinforce their understanding of the concept vocabulary from Brown Girl Dreaming. - Assign a writing task where students incorporate the vocabulary words into their own creative writing pieces.

Note: The number of vocabulary words and the duration of each activity can be adjusted based on the available class time and the needs of the students.