Day 4: The Window

Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026
Target: I can use context clues to solve a crossword puzzle.
Success: I can explain why Hugo trusts the girl with a promise.
Warmup
Vocab: Guide Page 15
Automaton: A moving mechanical device (robot).
Cogs: Gears.
Nips: Small pieces (or pen tips/nibs).
Read Aloud
Chapter 4: The Window
Hugo takes a risk. Follow along as we read.
Leader Focus: How does the girl treat Hugo?
Menu Activity
Discussion & Crossword
1. Whole Group: The Promise (Page 17, Q3).
2. Menu: Complete Vocab Crossword (Page 15-16).
Closing
Prediction
Will the girl keep her promise not to burn the notebook? Why or why not?

Day 5: Hugo's Father

Monday, Jan 26, 2026
Target: I can analyze what motivates a character to hide.
Success: I can create similes to describe the story.
Warmup
Vocab: Guide Page 15
Apprentice: Someone learning a trade.
Horologist: A clock maker.
Read Aloud
Chapter 5: Hugo's Father
We learn the history of the Automaton.
Leader Focus: Why is this machine so special?
Menu Activity
Discussion & Similes
1. Discuss: What has Hugo lost? Why hide?
2. Menu: Create Similes (Page 23).
Closing
Reflection
If you were Hugo, would you try to fix the machine? Why?

Day 6: Ashes

Wednesday, Jan 28, 2026
Target: I can evaluate the ethics of a character's choices (stealing).
Success: I can participate in a debate about right and wrong.
Warmup
Vocab: Guide Page 15
Orphanage: A home for children without parents.
Exception: Something that doesn't follow the rule.
Read Aloud
Chapter 6: Ashes
The Old Man gives Hugo a handkerchief of ashes.
Leader Focus: How does Hugo feel right now?
Menu Activity
Ethics Discussion
1. Debate: Is stealing always wrong? (Hugo steals food/toys).
2. Menu: Finish Similes (Page 23).
Closing
Exit Ticket
What would you do if you were given the ashes? Give up or keep trying?
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