"All Summer in a Day" by Ray Bradbury
Lesson plans and teaching resources
Students work independently to choose quotations that exemplify the main idea of the text, come to a consensus about those quotations in collaborative groups, and then formulate "quiz" questions about their reading that other groups will answer. By the end of this lesson, students will have a better understanding of what to focus on in their reading and how to ask good questions. Includes text of story, printable T-chart, extension activities, assessment ideas.
Follow-up questions and practice with similes and metaphors. This document requires Adobe Reader or compatible software for access.
Lesson includes a Directed Reading-Thinking Activity, emphasis on interaction between setting and character, practice with figurative language, and journal writing. Designed for grade 7.
Through teacher Read Alouds, audio listening, student independent reading and rereading, and scaffolded discussion of text-dependent questions, students will analyze the words and actions of the characters. Vocabulary is learned from context, and writing fosters deeper understanding of text. The lesson culminates in a writing activity: 3 letters in which students describe the events from the perspective of the victim in the story (Margot), the bully (William), and a follower (a student in the class). Includes printable handouts. Designed for grade 6. 9 pages; Adobe Reader required.
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Students read both the story and an informational excerpt on immigration. Students will analyze both texts and participate in a Socratic Seminar. The lesson includes a multiple-choice assessment. Designed for grade 6.
Using "All Summer in a Day," students will explore the idea of identifying and developing original themes. This knowledge will be put into practice by the students' group-themed comic assignment. Includes printable handouts.
Study guide questions, a variety of learning activities, character education discussion questions, background information, vocabulary words, and related links. An extensive resource with something for everyone.
Students examine the unkind act committed by the children in the story and explore the roles of all the participants. They then discuss the consequences of bullying and generate ideas for possible effective interventions in bullying situations. Includes printable handouts, assessment. 16 pages; Adobe Reader required.