At a Glance:
| Grades: | 4, 5, 6 |
|---|---|
| Subject: | ELA (English Language Arts) |
| Topic: | Problem Solving |
| Lesson Length: | 45 mins |
Standards / Framework:
What will students learn in this activity?
Consider the classic question, "Who or what would you take with you if you were stranded on a desert island?" with your students. Encourage students to apply their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure their survival.
What should students know before this activity?
Be aware that some items on the list, (e.g., knife) might not be deemed appropriate by everyone. Adjust the list of items as needed.
How can teachers introduce this lesson?
- As a class, read the poem "The Old Sailor" by A.A. Milne.
What will students do?
- Ask students to imagine that they are on a ship that has been damaged in a storm and is quickly taking on water. They only have time to escape safely to a nearby island with three of the following items:
- a shovel
- a magnifying glass
- a hammer
- a cell phone
- a hatchet
- an umbrella
- a knife
- a saxophone
- a lantern
- a flashlight
- a fork
- Using the sample comic as a guide, have students use their own avatars in an island-themed comic presenting the three objects they selected and why they chose each item.
How can teachers wrap up the lesson?
- Showcase finished comics in a Gallery Walk.
How can teachers differentiate this activity?
- Allow students to use the speech-to-text feature.
- Allow students to use the voiceover feature to read their comics aloud.
- Use Think-Pair-Share strategy.
- Provide a printed list of items.
Shipwreck
Beach
The Cay
