CottageLessons

The intention of this resource is to break free from the typical style and form of standard comprehension questions. The questions and activities in this resource encourage a higher level of thinking and application of understanding. They promote engagement through book talks, written responses with a focus on the use of R.A.C.E. (restating the question, answering, citing text evidence, and explaining), reader discussions, and artistic reponses. All questions and activities are fully editable to

This assignment is geared towards Junior - Intermediate level students (grades 4 - 8). Slides include: - student assignment outlined -reference videos embedded -student assignment checklist -student work samples -success criteria/rubric for assessment Having some background information on Sketchnoting will help to improve and level up student work. A brief description of the art of sketchnoting is included on the teacher instruction slides. This expectation is not required, but will only help to

This assignment is geared towards Junior - Intermediate level students (grades 4 - 8). Slides include: - definition and purpose of infographics - examples of cross curricular infographics - examples of student created Lent infographics - student checklist for creating Lent infographic - Lent video embedded for support and formation of ideas - success criteria to be used for marking and self reflection Having some background information and experience using Google Slides, and apps to remove back

A great activity to complete after watching a movie and to further thinking and deepen understanding. This assignment will have students considering target audience, genre, movie ratings and characters.  Students will also be required to write a brief synopsis!