Students will be wrapping up their work with the story "Shells" by Cynthia Rylant. We have identified generalizations of change and implicit themes within the text. Students have also engaged in thoughtful conversations through the use of a discussion strategy entitled "Stoplight Discussions". Please ask your child about the expectations of this discussion. I was very impressed with each learner's thinking and their communication skills.
During the upcoming week, each learner will have the opportunity to observe authentic shells and identify what they notice and wonder during their observations. Students will be required to jot down their thinking using an online discussion board called Padlet. Each learner will also complete a Flipgrid video response during which they will share a time in their lives when they "came out of their shell". The goal is that each student will be able to continue to gain a clear understanding of what it means to "come out of your shell". Finally, students will be introduced to a book entitled Sachiko Means Happiness. We will take some time to do some important background building prior to reading the story. If time allows, students will be completing a close read of the text and engaging in conversations that help them to gain an in-depth understanding of the author's message.
Sunday, November 03, 2019
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