Integrating writing activities into content areas can deepen student learning, but lengthy projects often take weeks to complete. With the amount of content you have to cover, you may not feel like you have the time. Enter the microtheme essay!
Microtheme essays offers an efficient solution, condensing the essential components of a full essay into a “micro” version. This lesson plan equips students to draft concise, evidence-based essays in response to an essential question aligned with curriculum standards.
For inspiration, take a look at the Earth Science and Social Studies lesson examples, which can be implemented directly or modified to suit your class. To support students in crafting their essays, this microtheme graphic organizer acts as a helpful roadmap, guiding them through the process of organizing and developing their ideas.
By simplifying the writing process, this microtheme essay approach enables you to cover essential content while fostering critical thinking and effective communication skills in your students!
About the Author
Keely Keller is the Director of Professional Programs for Teaching Channel in Eagan, Minnesota. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from St. Cloud State University, a Master’s of Arts in Education from Hamline University, and additional Director of Special Education and Principal Licensures from the University of Minnesota. Before joining Teaching Channel, Keely served students with special needs as a teacher and Special Education Coordinator in a suburban Minnesota school district. Keely has years of experience working with new teachers.
Fun fact: Keely loves to go camping in her travel trailer with family and friends.
