THE ART LESSON by Tomie dePaola: READING LESSONS & ACTIVITY UNIT OF STUDY

The teaching plan for "The Art Lesson" by Tomie dePaola includes a reading lessons and activity unit of study. The book tells the story of Tomie, a young boy who loves to draw and wants to be an artist. The unit of study is designed to help students develop reading skills and foster an appreciation for art.

The reading lessons will focus on comprehension, vocabulary, and literary elements such as plot, character, and setting. The students will engage in discussions about the story and make connections to their own experiences. They will also practice summarizing and identifying the main idea.

This 30 page, ready-to-use, ELA resources and activities unit was created for The Art Lesson by Tomie dePaola. The Art Lesson is a fantastic story based on Tommie dePaola's life--revolving around a young boy named Tommie who loves to draw. Tommie knows that being an artist is what he wants to do for the rest of his life, and by the end of the story it comes to fruition.

It includes before/during/after reading activities:

. character analysis and comparison (feelings/expressions review)

. Author's viewpoint

. Cause/effect

. story maps and retelling

. comprehension questions

.writing prompts/assessments (retelling/opnions)

.Poetry writing

. bulletin board and art activities

Throughout the unit, the students will develop their language and communication skills as they discuss and share their ideas with each other. They will also gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for the arts, and develop their creativity and self-expression.