Caring For Our Bodies

Title of Project: Caring For Our Bodies

Schools and Teachers

Central Boulevard School                             Teacher: Keri Kemmann

ENL Proficiency Level | ENL Program | Standards | Technology

Appropriate for all English Proficiency Levels   |   Stand-Alone   |  5RF4, 5SL1, 5SL5  | Book Creator, FathomReads, Nearpod, Flocabulary

Assessments

I will informally assess students’ level of understanding throughout the lesson by observing their participation and the quality of their responses. I will make adjustments in my questioning as necessary to provide appropriate levels of support. 

Description

Students will explore ways to care for their bodies, inside and out, through narrative and informational text. We will discuss how to fuel our bodies with healthy food sources, how to incorporate movement into our daily lives and how to maintain proper hygiene. 

Content

I can read and understand a variety of texts accurately and fluently. 

Language

I can discuss what I read and my own ideas with my classmates and teachers.

Technology

I can present information on a topic through digital media and visual displays. 

Procedure

Many of the students in this group have learning difficulties and are classified as students with a disability. Throughout the unit, concepts were retaught, explained and supported with visuals. Students’ responses were scaffolded and students were given additional time to think and respond. Relevant vocabulary was previewed, pre-taught and revisited throughout the unit. I adjusted my level of questioning and students were offered sentence stems, word boxes, native language support, graphic organizers and opportunities for think-pair-share when responding in English. 

Through project-based learning in this unit, students will interact with each other using authentic language, hands-on experiences, realia and opportunities to explore personal interests in food.

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Reflection

The students enjoyed using real-life information and concepts to explore a topic that was relevant to their daily lives. Our research and class discussions created opportunities to explore issues of financial stability and access to nutritious food. Creating and managing a budget helped students consider their parents’ responsibilities and ways they might assist at home. Overall, the project design created opportunities for students to work collaboratively and showcase their learning in various modalities. It is my hope that my students will take what they learned and apply it to future decision-making opportunities.