ELA - 4th Grade April 27 - May 1, 2020

PURPOSE

Reading: I can identify and understand the point of view from which different stories are narrated, including first-person and third-person narrations. RL.4.6 Writing: I can write a narrative in first-person or third-person point of view. I can write a narrative that includes description, dialogue, and events in order. RL

WATCH

Monday: What is Point of View? ● Watch this video for a quick and simple review of Point of View.

Point of View -- First Person and Third Person. ● How do pronouns help you determine the author’s Point of View? Read this to learn more

about the pronouns used in Point of View. Tuesday: Point of View- 3 Main Types

● Watch the video & complete the video notes worksheet as you watch the video. Wednesday: Compare & Contrast Point of View

● Listen to the Point of View Song to review the 3 different types of POV. ● Watch the video on Comparing & Contrasting POV.

Thursday: Writing a Narrative Using POV ● Watch the Learnzillion video “Revising a Narrative By Changing the Point of View”. As you

watch the video, complete the video notes. Friday: Work on the Product: Narrative Writing Task

Review any resources to help you write a narrative from someone else’s point of view.

PRACTICE

Monday: What is Point of View? ● Complete the Point of View Practice Sheet 1 to decide what point of view the author is using.

Look back at your anchor charts to help if needed. Tuesday: Point of View- 3 Main Types

● Complete the practice portion of the video notes. Wednesday: Compare & Contrast Point of View

● After watching the video on Comparing & Contrasting Point of View, complete the practice sheet to demonstrate understanding of what you’ve learned.

Thursday: Writing a Narrative Using POV ● Your video notes will serve as your practice for today.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRLv_owUM1Ihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-Z8r5sFa6khttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lWNAtiru90https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SzQs9Eb_EIhttps://learnzillion.com/lesson_plans/9084-revising-a-narrative-by-changing-the-point-of-view/

Friday: Work on the Product: Narrative Writing Task

DISCUSS

Monday: What is Point of View? ● Draw a 4 box comic strip about what you did today. Use dialogue in your comic strips & write a

narration underneath each picture using first person point of view. Share this with someone. Tuesday: Point of View- 3 Main Types

● Create an easy recipe for your favorite meal/dessert/snack. Write the recipe steps/directions in second person point of view.

Wednesday: Compare & Contrast Point of View ● Choose one sport, game, or a hobby that you enjoy. Interview 3 family members or friends on

their point of view about your chosen topic. How does their point of view compare or contrast with yours?

Thursday: Writing a Narrative Using POV ● Read this short passage. Retell the story from a first person point of view. Remember to

change the pronouns to match 1st person POV. Friday: Narrative Writing

Discuss with someone an event you have attended such as a birthday party or trip to somewhere special. Talk about how the event was a different experience for each person who attended.

PRODUCT

Friday: Narrative Writing Task Think of an event that you and others attended. Examples: a birthday party, a vacation, a field trip, a family reunion, etc. Write a narrative describing the event from the point of view of someone other than yourself. Be sure to use the Narrative Writing Checklist.

For more practice with point of view, check out the Screen-Free Activities on the Day Plan for Grades 3-6.

Monday

What is a pronoun?

How do pronouns help you determine the author’s Point of View?

Point of View Anchor Charts

Monday

Point of View Practice Sheet 1

Directions: Circle or highlight the pronouns in each sentence. Identify the point of view narration in each sentence by circling the correct choice. Circle One

1. I heard thunder when I was in my bed last night. first person third person

2. She had a noticeable sunburn after they were at the beach. first person third person

3. They created openings by digging with their shovels. first person third person

4. My mom helped me, and we cleaned my room quickly. first person third person

5. He escaped through a narrow passage in the castle wall. first person third person

6. I can tell the bike is in good condition. first person third person

7. They went to the party together on Friday night. first person third person

8. She is a very supportive friend. first person third person

9. I am going to tell you an exciting story. first person third person

10. My dog and I went on a walk yesterday. first person third person

Tuesday

Point of View (Part 1) – First, Second, and Third Person Video Notes

Part A. What is a Point of View? Write the answer to each question. a. Point of view is: _____________________________________________. b. Point of view includes everything that the ________________________ sees. Part B. Types of Point of View. Complete words of each narrator. Then, label the point of view. ___ was sad. ___ felt nervous. ___ were sad. ___ felt nervous ___ were sad. ___ felt nervous ___ didn’t want to tell ___ mom ___ didn’t want to tell ___ mom ___ didn’t want to tell ___ mom that ___ broke the window that ___ broke the window that ___ broke the window in ___ room. in ___ room. in ___ room.

Narrator 1 Narrator 2 Narrator 3 __________ Point of View __________ Point of View __________ Point of View

Tuesday Video Notes Cont. Summary Table. Fill in the correct information.

First Person POV Second Person POV Third Person POV

Uses pronouns _____, _____, _____, _____, _____, and _____ The narrator speaks about __________or __________ The narrator is usually also the __________

Uses pronouns _____ and _____ The narrator speaks directly to __________ Rarely used

Uses pronouns like _____, _____, _____, _____, _____, _____, and _____ The narrator __________the story but is not __________ The narrator speaks about other characters but __________ Most stories use this point of view.

1. The point of view is __________________.

a. first person b. second person c. third person

2. How do you know?

Tuesday Video Notes Cont.

1. The point of view is __________________.

a. first person b. second person c. third person

2. How do you know?

1. The point of view is __________________.

a. first person b. second person c. third person

2. How do you know?

Tuesday Video Notes Cont.

1. The point of view is __________________.

a. first person b. second person c. third person

2. How do you know?

Wednesday

Comparing & Contrasting Point of View Practice Sheet

Directions: Read each passage. Choose the correct answer for each question.

Q1: The following texts both tell about getting a new dog.

This text is told from the point of view of Bill, a boy who recently got a dog.

As soon as I saw him, I knew little Buddy was the one. Maybe it was his gentle brown eyes. Anyway, I

could just tell he was the sweet puppy I'd always wanted. Right away I could picture him scampering

around our yard and snuggling with me at night.

This text is told from the point of view of Mr. Martin, a dog owner.

Safety was the first thing on my mind. That's why I wanted to get Dusty, a big, tough hound, to protect

my family. He'd watch over the house. His bark would warn us if any strangers approached. He'd be

the perfect dog for us.

How is Mr. Martin's point of view different from Bill's?

A) Mr. Martin describes the new pet as a guard dog.

B) Mr. Martin describes how playful the dog will be.

C) Mr. Martin doesn't like dogs.

D) Mr. Martin's describes how he doesn't want his son to have a guard dog.

Q2: The following texts both describe a video game store.

This text is from the point of view of Connor, a man who works in the video game store.

The excitement in the video game store is electric. All the customers are having a blast trying out the

games. The sounds and colors are all new and different. I could work here forever, and it would never

get dull.

This text is from the point of view of Mike, a man visiting the video game store.

I've only been in the video game store for five minutes, but I already want to leave. Each television

keeps showing the same games over and over. I feel so stressed out by the crowds and the loud

sounds. As soon as I find the game my daughter wants, I'm out of here!

Wednesday

How is Mike's point of view different from Connor's? Place a check mark in the box for the correct

answer.

The store seems exciting The store sounds annoying

Mike's perspective

Connor's perspective

Q3: The following texts are both about finding one's way in the woods.

This text is from the point of view of Kendall, a hiker.

When I hike in the woods, I like to leave the beaten path. I pay close attention to my surroundings and

keep track of landmarks like large rocks. My sense of direction is strong, and it's never failed me.

Somehow, I always find my way and have a wonderful experience.

This text is from a book about hiking.

When you are hiking in the woods, stay on the trail. It's foolish to wander off and rely on your eyes

and other senses to guide you back. Also, always carry a map and compass with you. If you find

yourself turned around, they can help you find your way.

How is the book author's point of view different from Kendall's?

A) The book author creates a feeling of peacefulness about hiking in the woods.

B) The book author suggests that trusting one's senses in the woods is unwise.

C) The book author suggests carrying a map and a compass with you while hiking.

D) The book author suggests leaving the beaten path.

Wednesday

Q4: Which text supports the point that the handout author gives advice for picture day. Circle

one.

The following texts both talk about picture day at school.

This text is told from the point of view of Eddie, a student.

Picture day was finally here. I wore my favorite sweater to school. I made sure my hair was combed

just right. I'd been practicing my smile. When the camera was pointed my way, everything would be

perfect. I waited, hoping I would take my best picture ever.

This text is from a handout about picture day.

On picture day, have your child wear clothes that are simple. For instance, avoid logos and fancy

patterns. After all, your child should be the star, not the clothing. Beyond that, sit back and relax. We'll

make sure your child sits up straight and gives a great smile.

Thursday

Video Notes: Student Practice Sheet

Revise from third-person to first-person point of view

Instructions: Whenever the video asks you to pause, complete the activity below that has the same

number as the stop sign in the video. The instructions are in the video.

It was 8 o’clock on a warm Thursday evening in July when my family and I were cleaning up the dinner table. As they worked, he and his brothers sang their favorite songs. It was raining hard outside. Thunder was crashing, and the wind was blowing the trees so they were almost sideways. Suddenly, there was a loud blast, which made all of them stop and stare at each other. Seconds later, his parents must have realized what the sound was. His father shouted, “It’s a tornado siren! Grab a pillow and one thing you want to save. Then run to the basement!”

It was 8 o’clock on a warm Thursday evening in July when my family and I were cleaning up the dinner table. As __________ worked,__________ brothers and __________ sang favorite songs. It was raining hard outside. Thunder was crashing, and the wind was blowing the trees so they were almost sideways. Suddenly, there was a loud blast, which made all of __________ stop and stare at each other. Seconds later,__________ parents must have realized what the sound was. __________ father shouted, “It’s a tornado siren! Grab a pillow and one thing you want to save. Then run to the basement!”

Max ran to the couch to grab a pillow and decided to save his turtle, Samson, who was happily swimming in his tank. Just as he grabbed Samson, he heard a loud crash. When he looked out the window, he saw that a tree in the front yard had split in half and fallen over. Once the family was together in the basement, they turned on the radio to listen to the weather. The radio announcer said that Max’s house was in the path of a powerful tornado. Before long, the wind was making the basement door shake and rattle. Max tried to distract himself by petting and whispering to Samson.

__________ ran to the couch to grab a pillow and decided to save __________ turtle, Samson, who was happily swimming in his tank. Just as __________ grabbed Samson, __________ heard a loud crash. When __________ looked out the window, __________ saw that a tree in the front yard had split in half and fallen over. Once the family was together in the basement, __________ turned on the radio to listen to the weather. The radio announcer said that__________ house was in the path of a powerful tornado. Before long, the wind was making the basement door shake and rattle. __________ tried to distract by petting and whispering to Samson.

Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar Leslie sat in front of Paul. She had two long, brown pigtails that reached all the way down to her waist. Paul saw those pigtails, and a terrible urge came over him. He wanted to pull a pigtail. He wanted to wrap his fist around it, feel the hair between his fingers, and just yank. He thought it would be fun to tie the pigtails together, or better yet, tie them to her chair. But most of all, he just wanted to pull one.

Friday

Narrative Writing Checklist

Characteristics of Effective Narrative

Characteristics of My Narrative

Yes? No?

The events in my narrative make sense and are easy to understand.

I use details and description to introduce the reader to the narrator, setting and situation.

I use dialogue and description to show what characters are doing, thinking, and feeling and how they respond to what happens.

I organize events in an order that makes sense and use transitional words to show the order of events.

I include details and choose words carefully to help readers imagine what they might see, hear, taste, smell, or feel if they were

I use a narrative voice that is appropriate to the story I'm telling and engages the reader.

My words and sentences follow the rules of writing.

My spelling, capitalization, and punctuation are correct.