Insignificant Cactus Events

Grade 445 min

Learning Objective

I can explain one important event from chapters 28 and 29 and why it matters in "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus."

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus Read Aloud Ch. 28-29

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œDescribe the argument between Aven and Connor in chapter 29. What does this argument reveal about their individual insecurities and how they view themselves? In chapter 28, Aven tries to convince Connor to attend the festival. Why is it important to Aven that Connor goes, and what does this reveal about her feelings towards him? In chapter 29, Connor reveals why he was upset after going to the store. How does this event impact Connor, and what does it teach Aven about Connor's struggles?”

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