Lesson Plan

Bobby Mack's College Adventure Lesson Plan

Students will explore themes of growth and change in 'Bobby Mack Goes To College' while connecting the literature to their own developmental journeys, aligned with ASCA academic, career, and social/emotional standards.

Integrating literary analysis with personal reflection, this lesson supports academic growth, career exploration, and social/emotional development per ASCA standards. This helps students relate literature to real life and future aspirations.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Reading & Discussion

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection Activity

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Bobby Mack's College Adventure

Introduce the lesson, mention that today we'll explore 'Bobby Mack Goes To College' and focus on themes like growth, change, and new beginnings.

Lesson Objectives

Discuss the purpose of the lesson and outline the lesson objectives. Encourage student engagement by asking them about their own experiences with change.

Introduction to the Book

Introduce the book and its setting. Provide background context on Bobby Mack. Set the stage for reading selected excerpts.

Reading & Discussion

Display selected excerpts. Use the discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about change and growth. Remind students to consider how these themes relate to their own experiences.

Reflection Activity

Guide students to reflect on their own experiences. Encourage participation by inviting a few students to share their reflections with the class.

Wrap-Up

Close the lesson by quickly summarizing the key points discussed and reassuring students of the value of personal growth.

Lesson Plan

Bobby Mack's College Adventure Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Reading & Discussion

Step 3

Reflection Activity

Slide Deck

Bobby Mack's College Adventure

Lesson Objectives

Introduction to the Book

Reading & Discussion

Reflection Activity

Wrap-Up

Discussion

Bobby Mack's College Adventure

Lora Atkins