At a Glance:
| Grades: | 3, 4, 5 |
|---|---|
| Subject: | ELA (English Language Arts) |
| Topic: | Descriptive Writing |
| Lesson Length: | 45 mins |
Standards / Framework:
What will students learn in this activity?
Introduce a special family - from "a day in the life," to cherished memories. Have your students add characters that look like relatives for a uniquely personalized experience.
What should students know before this activity?
Be aware that family life might be difficult or traumatic for some students. Approach this activity with sensitivity.
How can teachers introduce this lesson?
- Begin by projecting a personal childhood family photo and identifying the members of your own family. Share some of your favorite family memories.
What will students do?
- Ask students to think about their own families and identify a favorite memory, (e.g., a special vacation, a new pet, a holiday celebration, a favorite meal, a family tradition, etc.)
- Using the sample comic as a guide, have students create a three-to-five-panel comic describing this favorite memory using sensory language.
How can teachers wrap up the lesson?
- Have students share their comics in pairs or small groups.
- 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.
- Provide a list of ideas for a favorite memory, e.g., the day I learned to ride a bike, the day our new pet came to live with us, etc.
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