Casey Jones

By Amplify Classroom

2nd Grade

CKLA

Primary Focus of Lesson Reading • Students will identify the characteristics of a tall tale and will review the main events in “Paul Bunyan,” “Pecos Bill,” and “John Henry.” Speaking and Listening • Students will identify the characteristics of tall tales present in “Casey Jones.” Language • Students will demonstrate an understanding of the Tier 3 word legendary. Writing • With assistance, students will use a graphic organizer to identify elements of a tall tale in “Casey Jones.” Reading • Students will compare and contrast characters from “John Henry” and “Casey Jones.” Formative Assessment • Activity Page 8.1: Venn Diagram: “John Henry” and “Casey Jones” Students will compare and contrast the characters in “John Henry” and “Casey Jones.”