The lesson plan introduces students to the suspense genre through reading a handout. Students will then pre-read the short story "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe by writing down five expectations. They will share experiences with suspense genres and discuss the differences between suspense, thriller, and horror. To assess learning, students will write a summary of what they expect from the story and participate in group discussions.

1. LESSON PLAN
Date: School: Jose Campeche
Teacher: ___Mr. Sosa_____________ Grade: 12th
I. Theme: Appreciation for Suspense
Comments: II. Phase: X Exploration Conceptualization Application
III. Integration: Arts
The students will pre- IV. Standard(s) and Grade Level Expectation:
read the story by
knowing what the Content Standards 12th Grade Expectations
suspense genre is and LISTENING/SPEAKING: ___ L/S.12.1 Listens carefully during a read aloud, presentation, or
performance from a variety of literature, periods, genres, and styles to
by looking at the pages
The student uses the English language interpret and analyze character development, dialogue, and setting; makes
of the story. to interpret oral input, construct connections to text; evaluates tone, voice, and mood.
meaning, interact with confidence both _X_ L/S.12.2 Listens and responds to synthesize, explain, describe, analyze,
verbally and nonverbally, and express justify, and debate information; answers and formulates closed and
ideas effectively in a variety of openended questions.
personal, social, and academic ___ L/S.12.3 Uses appropriate language structure to analyze and evaluate
contexts. issues, to problem solve, to explain a process, and to express opinions
integrating comparison and contrast statements.
___ L/S.12.4 Expresses thoughts and opinions to evaluate text, debate
current events, concepts, and literary elements; makes predictions and
inferences, as well as draws conclusions from listening to a variety of texts,
performances, and multimedia sources; listens to sort and prioritize
information.
___ L/S.12.5 Analyzes and explains the main idea or topic and important
details from learned concepts or readings from a variety of persuasive texts;
summarizes, evaluates, and judges effectiveness of the text, performance,
speech, or literature.
READING: _X_ R.12.1 Evaluates context clues, reference sources, and vocabulary
The student uses reading strategies, expansion strategies to assess word meaning; utilizes Greek and Latin root
literary analysis, and critical thinking words to extend vocabulary; classifies, applies, and analyzes vocabulary as
skills to construct meaning and develop academic, cultural, or contemporary based on current trends.
an understanding as well as an ___ R.12.2 Argues on characterization techniques and character development
appreciation of a variety of genres of using text evidence to justify responses; evaluates the setting in fiction and
both fiction and nonfiction. nonfiction; classifies point of view using text evidence to supp ort responses.
____ R.12.3 Classifies genre, analyzes plot, establishes cause and effect;
makes connections, predictions, and inferences in a variety of texts; draws
conclusions; analyzes and determines conflict and resolution; uses text
evidence to validate responses.
__ R.12.4 Distinguishes between fact and opinion, infers and supports the
main idea in a variety of texts; debates the theme or topic using text
evidence to justify and validate position.
___ R.12.5 Uses elements of poetry and plays to analyze, interpret, and
compare and contrast styles, genres, topics, and themes; debates using text
evidence to justify position.
WRITING: __ W.12.1 Analyzes and assesses word choice to convey meaning;
incorporates transitions, correct grammar, syntax, and style.
The student effectively communicates ___ W.12.2 Evaluates and applies a variety of organizational techniques to
to a variety of audiences in all forms write effective narrative, expository, and persuasive essays using the writing
of writing through the use of the process; demonstrates a preferred style of writing.
DOK Level 1: writing process, proper grammar, and __ W.12.3 Uses creative writing styles to produce poems and other literary
age appropriate expressive vocabulary. forms.
Pre-read
___ 12.4 Compares, contrasts, evaluates, and critiques two or more forms of
Share experiences writing on similar topics to write a critical essay.
Write ___ W.12.5 Organizes, synthesizes, outlines, and evaluates information to
write a research paper; demonstrates voice and knowledge of topic
throughout the writing.
V. Depth of Knowledge: _X__ L1 Recall ___ L2 Skills/Concepts
__ L3 Strategic Thinking ___ L4 Extended Thinking

2. Vocabulary Words:
Acute VI. Objectives:
Dissimulation Conceptual: After reading the handout about suspense, the student will share
Profound experiences regarding the suspense genre orally.
Sagacity
Crevice Procedural: After presenting the suspense genre, the students will pre-read the story
Gesticulations by writing five things they expect from the short story.
Derision
Suspense Attitudinal: After reading the handout about suspense, the student will get familiarize
with the short story “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe by pre-reading the
short story.
Guide Questions:
VII. Materials:
What is suspense?
a. Curriculum Material: “Literature Timeless Voices and Timeless Themes: Silver
What is the difference Level: The Tell-Tale Heart”
between suspense,
thriller, and horror? b. Teaching Devices: Handout about suspense
Is a bloody film or book c. Technological Materials: Board, marker, eraser
the same as a suspense
film or book? VIII. Procedure:
a. Initial Activities:
Name some suspense 1. _X_ Greetings 2. _X_ Date 3. _X_ Attendance
films, books, or games 4. _X_ Review on:
you are familiarized
with. 5. Motivation Act. Reflection: Fear is a natural part of the human mind. Don’t
let it consume you. Have fun with it while it lasts.
6. Other Activities: Diversity, Creativity,Leadership, and X Soc. Trans.
Learn about the suspense genre, leading students to learn true concepts of that particular
nature.
6. Statement of Aims: Ok students, today we are going to work on the
suspense genre and Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “The Tell-Tale Heart.”
b. Developmental Activities: Students will
Share experiences regarding the suspense genre
Read the handout regarding the suspense genre
Pre-read the short story “The Tell-Tale Heart”
c. Closing Activities:
Students will review what they have learned today by writing five things that
they will expect from this story.
IX. Assessment Techniques:
_X_ reflective diary __ collage _X_ summary __ conceptual map
__ check list __ rubric __ interview _X_ group discussion
__ concrete poems __ debate __ drama __ graphic organizer
__ comic strips __ projects __ illustration __ painting/drawing

3. __ portfolio __ games _questionnaire __ anecdotic record
__oral reports __ skit
X. Homework:
XI. Special Accommodations offered: None so far
XII. Teacher’s Reflections (material, method, and objectives):