Texas Standardized Curriculum Framework
Lesson plans for ESL, ABE, GED, Study Skills and Workforce

Goal/Objective

Lesson Outline

Prior Knowledge Needed

Place value, whole numbers, reading comprehension, four basic operations of math, use of the calculator.

Materials, Text, Media, Handouts

• Markers
• Visuals
• Manipulatives
• Maps
• Atlas of Texas
• Calculators
• Stick pins
• Pen
• Paper
• Dry eraser board

Introduction

Using a visual atlas map of Texas, use stick pins to designate a starting/ending point (Houston/border). Take the colored marker and highlight the route. Using a toy car, follow the route while reading the problem. Convert the given miles per gallon into a decimal form.

Vocabulary

• Average
• Convert

Activity

Student will trace the route, demonstrating comprehension of miles traveled/amount of gas used to get miles per gallon before converting answer into decimal form.

Extension / Enrichment Activity

Additional problems such as:

1. How much did the gas cost?
2. Solve the time, distance and velocity using the formulas given

Evaluation Activity

Written answers turned in.

Real-Life Connection

• Planning for a vacation (driving)
• Vehicle driven (Lincoln Town Car vs Honda Civic)
• Gas cost

Bridges Accommodations

Use manipulatives. Allow extra time.

Benchmark Assessment

With 80% accuracy complete five similar word problems involving travel.