Close Call with a Whale

That's News to Me

Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this digital-only lesson featuring modified content from The Washington Post, students read about Michael Packard, a lobster diver who was almost eaten by a whale. This lesson includes an article as well as comprehension and discussion questions.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
interpretive
productive

Vocabulary

gear
plunge
fluke
ascent
harrowing
current
concussion
encounter
vessel
agonizing
cognizant
squad
A spinning paper plane