Who is Arturo? “An Hour with Abuelo”

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Who is Arturo? “An Hour with Abuelo” Students will read “An Hour with Abuelo” from the Holt Elements of Literature Textbook, and create a stick figure based on the character, Abuelo. Follow the directions below to complete the activity. You will read the selection text “An Hour with Abuelo” from the Holt Elements of Literature Textbook. As you read the selection, write notes from the story that reveal aspects of Arturo’s character. Review the rubric provided for the assignment in order to ensure that you have covered all aspects of the assignment. Open Write Smart software on your assigned computer and select the Stick Figure Analysis PDF. Complete the components on the PDF by filling in your analysis of Arturo’s character traits. Be sure to provide the text- based evidence. Once complete, you will print the PDF and turn it in with the rubric for final assessment. This task uses: Common Core/NG Standard(s): RL.8.1 - Cite the textual evidence that most strongly supports an analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text. RL.8.3 - Analyze how particular lines of dialogue or incidents in a story or drama propel the action, reveal aspects of a character, or provoke a decision. TEACHER NOTES: Teacher’s name/email: Laura Foreman laura.foreman@cpsb.org School: Moss Bluff Middle Grade Level/Subject: 8 ELA Task Card Level: 2 Special Directions/Considerations: Use Study Mate Software Activity Evaluation: Prerequisites for students: Text being used (from the Holt Elements of Literature Textbook): “An Hour with Abuelo”