DO NOW:1)Read “Fighting Hitler” pages 4-9 of

Scholastic Scope2)Reading Purpose: Compare/Contrast to

Anne Frank3)Use at least 4 post-its while reading

(similarities, differences, or questions)4)Early finishers: Brainstorm a lists of

similarities/differences

Today’s Objective

• SWBAT analyze how two or more authors, writing about the same topic, present key information differently.

• SWBAT write a paragraph comparing and

contrasting two authors’ interpretations of the same time period in history.

Focus Questions

- What information do both authors present?- How do the authors present the same key information?- What key evidence does each author choose to focus on?- How do the interpretations affect your comprehension of

the event?

Compare/Contrast Paragraph(s)YOU MUST USE TEXTUAL EVIDENCE & CITATIONS (Frank page) or

(Tarshis page)DUE: Wednesday

Similarities• Key information both

authors present• Key information both

authors present• Key information both

authors present

Differences• How do the authors present

the key information?• How does the author’s writing

affect your comprehension?• Your choice – any difference

Example

Similarity• Frank and Tarshis both describe how the

non-Jewish population turned against the Jews. Anne described the arrival of the Germans, the Anti-Jewish decrees, and all they were forbidden to do. (Frank 4) The article says, “Soon, many Germans turned against their Jewish neighbors. Synagogues were destroyed. Jewish owned businesses were burned and vandalized,” which highlights the major changes that took place. (Tarshis 6)

Difference• Anne Frank’s writing was translated

from Dutch, so at times, some phrases are unclear. For example, “Added to this misery there is another, but of a purely personal kind…” (Frank 55) is confusing. In fact, I had to reread that sentence a few times. On the other hand, Tarshis writes in a very charismatic, fluent way that draws me in. It was really showcased throughout the article, specifically in the beginning (Tarshis 5).