Hidden Figures: Constitutional Republic

This is lesson #5 in the text unit series for Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly. In this lesson, students will practice determining the meaning of unknown words in chapters 7-8. Additionally, they will complete a writing assignment explaining how citizens preserved the United States constitutional republic through civic duties.

In this text unit of Hidden Figures, students will explain how text features such as photos, captions, and headings contribute to the meaning of several chapters. Students will also explain how relevant details support the central idea of different sections. Throughout the text, students will determine the meaning of unknown words. Students will connect to civics by identifying civic duties and responsibilities of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, and Katherine Johnson. Additionally, students will provide examples of powers given to the national government and those reserved to the states. The students will explain why the U.S. Supreme Court is the highest court in the system and review previous Supreme Court rulings.

This resource uses a book that is on the Florida Department of Education's reading list. This book is not provided with this resource.
Resource ID#: 210041 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts, Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 5
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Keywords: Hidden Figures, central idea, relevant details, vocabulary, Tuskegee Airmen, World War II, civic duties, Margot Lee Shetterly, Shetterly, ELA, civics, integrated lesson plan
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: Integrated Civics with ELA Lesson Plans- Grades K-5

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