7th Grade Historical Literacy consists of two 43 minute class periods. Writing is one 43 minute block and reading is another. The teacher has picked themes based on social studies standards, and a read-aloud novel based on social studies serves as the mentor text for writing and reading skills. More social studies content is addressed in reading through teaching nonfiction reading skills and discussion. Standards reflect CCSS ELA, Reading, and Social Studies Standards.

This reading lesson is intervention for first graders students. Using the text Our Heroes: From A to Z,  by Harold W. L. Willocks, teacher will guide students in reading,  and also enhance their understanding of the qualities that makes outstanding virgin Island heroes. Image: Picture of book cover provided by Susan Jones