KWL Chart

Objective: This activity aims to help students activate their prior knowledge about vampires, build anticipation for the book, and set reading goals.

Materials Needed:

• Chart paper or whiteboard

• Markers

• Copies of the book cover or a brief summary of "Garlic and the Vampire"

Procedure:

1. Introduction to the Book:

   • Show students the cover of "Garlic and the Vampire" or provide a brief summary of the book's plot and main characters.

   • Ask students what they already know or think they know about vampires based on their prior knowledge or experiences with vampire stories.

2. Creating the KWL Chart:

   • Draw a three-column chart on the board or on chart paper labeled "K" (What I Know), "W" (What I Want to Know), and "L" (What I Learned).

   • Explain to students that the "K" column is for recording what they already know about vampires, the "W" column is for questions they have or things they want to learn about vampires or the book, and the "L" column is for recording new information they learn while reading the book.

3. Filling in the "K" Column:

   • Ask students to brainstorm and share what they know about vampires. Encourage them to think about vampire characteristics, folklore, famous vampire stories, and any other relevant information.

   • Write their responses in the "K" column of the chart.

4. Generating Questions (Optional):

   • Encourage students to generate questions about vampires or the book based on their existing knowledge and the book's summary or cover.

   • Write their questions in the "W" column of the chart.

5. Setting Reading Goals:

   • Guide students in setting reading goals based on their interests and questions. Ask them what they hope to learn, discover, or find out while reading "Garlic and the Vampire."

   • Discuss how their goals will help them stay engaged and focused as they read.

6. During Reading:

   • As students read the book, encourage them to revisit their KWL charts periodically and add new information to the "L" column as they learn more about vampires and the story.

Closure: At the end of reading, revisit the KWL chart as a class and discuss what students have learned from reading "Garlic and the Vampire." Encourage them to reflect on how their understanding of vampires has changed or deepened based on the book.

Through the KWL chart activity, 6th graders can activate their prior knowledge, generate interest in the book, and set reading goals that will help them engage meaningfully with "Garlic and the Vampire" as they read.