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Unit Arc	Instructional Time	Essential Question	Key Milestones
Flex Lessons 19–22	4 lessons 50 minutes each		Lesson 19: Investigation 1 Assessment Lesson 20: Flex-Huddle Lessons 21–22: Research (Narrowing Topics & Source Credibility)
Investigation 2 Lessons 23–36	14 lessons 50 minutes each	How does an author's craft reveal what ordinary moments mean?	Lesson 36: Academic Discussion After Lesson 36: Investigation 2 (Optional) Assessment
Flex Lessons 37–38	2 lessons 50 minutes each		Lesson 37: Investigation 2 Assessment Lesson 38: Flex-Huddle

Unit Arc

Instructional Time

Essential Question

Key Milestones

Flex
Lessons 19–22

4 lessons
50 minutes each

Investigation 2
Lessons 23–36

14 lessons
50 minutes each

How does an author's craft reveal what ordinary moments mean?

Flex
Lessons 37–38

2 lessons
50 minutes each

Unit Context

Community and Voice: How ordinary moments reveal identity, build empathy, and connect people to one another.

Analyze how authors use point of view, voice, and symbolism to reveal character identity, values, and theme.
Compare characters' choices and perspectives to evaluate how empathy shapes relationships and community.
Craft a personal narrative using dialogue, pacing, and sensory detail to express identity and belonging.
Apply academic discourse routines to discuss literature and peer writing with textual evidence.

How do authors use point of view, voice, and symbolism to reveal a character's identity and growth?
How can reading stories help us see the world through someone else's eyes?
What makes a personal story powerful or meaningful to an audience?
How does sharing stories help people understand each other and strengthen community?