Lesson Plan - Go for the Goal!

Watch a Video
Watch the video “Meet Jheneli Skye Huff.” Ask: Based on the video, what is a tradition? What makes lacrosse a tradition in Jheneli’s family?

Preview Words to Know
Project the online vocabulary slideshow and introduce the Words to Know.

• tradition
• Indigenous

Set a Purpose for Reading
As students read, have them think about why lacrosse is important to Jheneli.

1. What does the author mean when she writes that “lacrosse is more than a sport for Jheneli”?
When the author writes that “lacrosse is more than a sport for Jheneli,” she means that for Jheneli, lacrosse is a tradition that has been handed down through generations. Jheneli is a member of the Seneca Nation, and the article explains that the Seneca and other Indigenous groups “have played it for thousands of years.”
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2. What are two ways lacrosse has changed over time?
Sample response: One way lacrosse has changed over time is its purpose. People used to play to end arguments, but now they play for fun. Another way the game has changed is the number of people on the field. Long ago, hundreds of people would play at once. Today, only 20 to 24 people play at a time.
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3. According to the sidebar, “3 Facts About the Seneca,” what is a longhouse?
According to the sidebar, a longhouse is a traditional Seneca home. It was made of wood and bark, was up to 100 feet long, and could house up to 60 people.
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Featured Skill: Main Idea and Key Details
Use the skill builder “Sort the Details” to review two main ideas in the article and have students determine which details support which main idea.
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