Analyzing Plot in “A Worn Path” Lesson Plan
Standards
1. RL.9-10.1 Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text
says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
2. RL.9-10.2 Determine a theme or central idea of a text and analyze in detail its
development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and
refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of the text.
3. L.9-10.6 Acquire and use accurately general academic and domain-specific words and
phrases, sufficient for reading, writing, speaking, and listening at the college and career
readiness level; demonstrate independence in gathering vocabulary knowledge when
considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression.
Procedures
This lesson should be done as you read or after you read “A Worn Path.” It can be done as part
of a whole class reading or done as an individual reading, depending on the skill level and
knowledge of students.
1. Discuss plot.
2. Fill out the chart.
3. Discuss student discoveries with a small group and/or full class discussion.
4. Optional: Write a summary of “A Worn Path.”
Assessment
The chart is an excellent opportunity to practice and discuss the lesson’s stated objectives. In
most cases it should be considered a formative assignment. In order to determine individual
student mastery, there are questions on the short story quiz (included).
