Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry Lesson Plan

Reflections on the End of Roll of Thunder

Kind of Activity:

Individual Writing

Objective:

Students will be able to articulate responses to the novel's conclusion

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.8.4

Structure:

This is an opportunity for students to reflect, in journal form, on their reactions to the end of the novel. Some leading questions for the reflection might include:

• How does the ending compare with their expectations?
• How do they feel about what's happened to T.J.?
• How has Cassie grown up since the beginning of the book?
• Do they feel they've learned and aged with her?

Students should upload reflections to a document-sharing site or class blog,...