Title: Apple Trouble Lesson Plan

Objective: - Students will be able to identify and use vocabulary words related to the story “Apple Trouble.” - Students will be able to sequence the events of the story. - Students will be able to identify and analyze story grammar elements in “Apple Trouble.”

Materials: - Copy of the book “Apple Trouble” by Ragnhild Scamell - Whiteboard or chart paper - Markers - Index cards with vocabulary words from the story - Sequencing cards with pictures representing the events of the story - Story grammar elements worksheet (downloadable from the internet)

Procedure:

1. Introduction (5 minutes): - Begin by asking students if they have ever had any trouble or problems. Allow a few students to share their experiences. - Introduce the book “Apple Trouble” by Ragnhild Scamell. Show the cover and ask students to predict what the story might be about based on the title and the picture on the cover.

2. Vocabulary Activity (10 minutes): - Distribute index cards with vocabulary words from the story to each student. - Ask students to read their word silently and then share its meaning with a partner. - Go around the room and have each student share their word and its meaning with the class. Write the words and their meanings on the whiteboard or chart paper. - Discuss the words as a class, ensuring students understand their meanings and how they relate to the story.

3. Sequencing Activity (15 minutes): - Show students the sequencing cards with pictures representing the events of the story. - Explain that they will work in pairs or small groups to put the pictures in the correct order. - Distribute the sequencing cards to each group and give them time to discuss and arrange the pictures in the correct sequence. - Once the groups have finished, have them share their sequences with the class, explaining their reasoning behind the order they chose.

4. Story Grammar Analysis (15 minutes): - Introduce the concept of story grammar elements (characters, setting, problem, events, resolution) to the students. - Distribute the story grammar elements worksheet to each student. - Instruct students to read the story “Apple Trouble” independently or in pairs and identify the story grammar elements. - After reading, discuss the story grammar elements as a class, allowing students to share their findings and reasoning.

5. Conclusion (5 minutes): - Review the vocabulary words, sequencing of events, and story grammar elements discussed during the lesson. - Ask students to reflect on the story and share their favorite part or what they learned from it. - Encourage students to use the vocabulary words in their own writing or conversations.

Extension Activity: - Have students create their own story using the vocabulary words and story grammar elements discussed in the lesson. - Allow students to share their stories with the class or in small groups, focusing on using the vocabulary words correctly and incorporating story grammar elements effectively.