Exploring Compare and Contrast Structure in Expository Texts

This lesson focuses on identifying and analyzing the compare and contrast text structure within expository texts. First, students are introduced to the terms compare and contrast and asked to find similarities and differences between two common items. Next, students work in small groups to identify texts that are comparing and contrasting information. Students are then introduced to the Venn diagram as a tool that demonstrates similarities and differences and aids in learning new material.
Resource ID#: 23320 Type: Unit/Lesson Sequence
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Subject(s): English Language Arts
Grade Level(s): 4
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Computers for Students, LCD Projector
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: compare/contrast, expository text
Instructional Component Type(s): Unit/Lesson Sequence,  Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Problem-Solving Task,  Presentation/Slideshow,  Instructional Technique,  Formative Assessment
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1), Learning Cycle (e.g., 5E), Writing to Learn, Cooperative Learning
Resource Collection: iCPALMS

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