I for Isobel Lesson Plan

Defining Your Childhood

Kind of Activity:

Individual Writing

Objective:

Students will mimic the writing style of "I for Isobel" to write an important moment of their own childhood.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.3

Structure:

I for Isobel begins with Isobel's childhood. Part 1 tells the story of her ninth birthday, while Part 2 explores a moment when she saw a fireball as a child. Both days and their aftermaths helped define Isobel.

Have students brainstorm a similar defining moment in their own childhood. If time allows and teacher desires, students can put together an outline to help with their writing. This outline could include what the...