Data
Learners explore the concept of a pattern and practice interpreting data.
Unit:AstronomyIncludes
Data lesson slides, Video of the rotation of the Earth, Astronomy unit vocabulary
What do seeds need?
Learners read the mentor text, بذور by نور الهدى محمد and understand the things that seeds need to grow into healthy plants through a hands-on planting activity.
Collection:Arabic Language Arts Mentor Text LessonsIncludes
"What does a seed need?" anchor chart
Are Maps Always Truthful?
Learners understand that maps can be inaccurate and explore artists who work to capture the true spirit of a place when maps fail us.
Unit:Geographies of HomeIncludes
Lesson slides
Memories for Sale
Learners read ذكرى للبيع by سارة عبدالله to explore the narrator’s emotional world as she tries to process difficult memories. Learners then engage in a social-emotional role play exercise to explore the concept of forgiveness.
Collection:Arabic Language Arts Mentor Text LessonsIncludes
Scenario cards
How Can I Bring My Stories to Life?
Learners will brainstorm different special moments with a loved one and create a comic strip/storyboard to represent it. Learners experiment with figurative language to bring their writing to life.
Unit:Food & StoriesIncludes
Comic book template, Ten Ways to Hear Snow (Arabic excerpt)
Constellation Tour
Learners will investigate the seasonal appearance of stars in the night sky using movement and storytelling.
Unit:AstronomyIncludes
Well bucket constellation, Pictures of Seasonal Stars, Constellation tour student roles, Constellation tour script
Life Around a Table
Learners create a visual representation of a tablescape or sofra, drawing the foods they might eat, the objects that might be strewn on their table, and adding dialogue that is commonly heard.
Unit:Food & StoriesIncludes
Sample tablescape / sofra
Preparing for Final Presentations Day 1
Learners will complete and revise two chosen pieces from their portfolios and reflect on their growth.
Unit:Food & StoriesIncludes
Checklist for final presentations, Portfolio reflection, Family letters
Preparing for Final Presentations Day 2
Learners will self-assess using a rubric and prepare for their presentations.
Unit:Food & StoriesIncludes
Checklist for final presentations, Family letters, Rubric for final presentations
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