Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to analyze and interpret a basketball-related reading passage, and demonstrate comprehension through discussion and written responses.
Materials and Prep
- Pen/pencil
- Highlighter
- Printed basketball-related reading passage (can be found online)
Prior knowledge of basketball rules and basic terminology is helpful but not required.
Activities
- Read the basketball-related passage silently.
- Highlight any unfamiliar words or phrases.
- Write down questions or thoughts that arise while reading.
- Discuss the passage with a parent or guardian, sharing your highlights and questions.
- Write a short summary of the passage, focusing on the main idea and key details.
- Compose a few discussion questions related to the passage to ask a peer or family member.
Seventh Grade Talking Points
- "Basketball is a popular sport played worldwide, and it has a rich history dating back to the late 19th century."
- "Reading passages about basketball can provide insights into the game's development, strategies, and famous players."
- "Analyzing a reading passage helps us understand the author's purpose and the main points they are trying to convey."
- "Highlighting unfamiliar words or phrases helps us expand our vocabulary and comprehension skills."
- "Writing down questions or thoughts while reading encourages active engagement with the text and helps us remember important details."
- "Discussing the passage with others allows us to gain different perspectives and deepen our understanding through conversation."
- "Summarizing a passage helps us distill the main ideas and key information in a concise manner."
- "Creating discussion questions promotes critical thinking and encourages others to engage in meaningful conversations about the topic."