I am the Messenger: Setting, Character Development, and Central Idea

This lesson is designed to prepare students for reading I am the Messenger by Markus Zusak. Students will learn a notetaking strategy, strategies for determining character development, tracking key events happening during a chapter, and determining the central idea of a chapter.

Resource ID#: 48548 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): English Language Arts

Grade Level(s): 9

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector, Speakers/Headphones

Instructional Time: 2 Hour(s)

Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes

Keywords: central idea, character traits, setting, I am the Messenger, Markus Zusak, notetaking, character development, plot, key events

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Assessment, Video/Audio/Animation

Resource Collection: CPALMS Lesson Plan Development Initiative

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