Learning Target: I can use characteristics to describe a character.
Talk about the difference between characteristics and feelings
Search for clues that describe who a character is
Say who the character is using characteristics
Check out the newest Cowboy Science video here. Enjoy!
Learning Target: I can compare myself to a character using characteristics.
Draw a picture to show what the word "compare means"
Create a list of my characteristics
Create a list of a character's characteristics
Describe myself and a character using the word "compare"
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Learning Target: I can contrast myself to a character using characteristics.
Draw a picture to show what the word "contrast" means
Create a list of my characteristics
Create a list of a character's characteristics
Describe myself and a character using the word "contrast"
Learning Target: I can write to compare and contrast myself to a character in a story.
Create a Venn Diagram to show our characteristics
Use evidence to explain my thinking
Include a fantastic start and ending for my writing piece
Learning Target: I can use characteristics to describe things I find in non-fiction books.
Think about the main topic
Think about a topic that you could compare and contrast
Use evidence to show your reasoning
After watching the video, please access the resource below to read the book independently. Then, browse other non-fiction books you might like!
https://www.literacyfootprints.com/digital
1. Enter your name and email address on the sign up screen.
2. Click the "Sign Up" button
3. You will receive an activation email
4. Complete your Digital Reader account setup by entering a password.
5. Click Activate Account
6. Enter your Reader’s Name on the next screen
7. On the next screen you will be prompted to enter a code. Here is the code for my classroom: 3724A74020
8. Click the "Join" button
NOTE: If you have already signed up for an account, follow these steps instead
1. Log into your parent/student account
2. Select your reader
2. Click "Join Classroom"
3. On the next screen you will be prompted to enter a code. Here is the code for my classroom: 3724A74020
And now you are ready for your student to read books digitally!