This lesson plan is for a 4th grade class of 11 students, with 6 boys and 5 girls. The lesson will cover a New York Common Core/Next Generation standard, and students will work towards a content objective. The rationale explains how this lesson provides foundations for future learning. Students will build on prior knowledge and skills, and instruction will connect to students' backgrounds. Key vocabulary and possible challenges are identified. Materials include websites used for ideas. Supports are outlined for diverse learners. Formative assessments during the lesson include checking comprehension and assigned tasks. A motivation activity elicits prior knowledge. A 10-minute mini-lesson introduces a new skill through modeling and questions. Students have 10 minutes of independent work followed by a 5