The students were introduced to "Daily 5" today. In the beginning, this literacy program has students enjoying literature through reading alone, with a partner, and through sharing their learning on IRIS. In the future, students will begin using this time for independent projects and integration of subjects.
We also spent some time today reading The One and Only Ivan. The students are really enjoying this story. It is very interesting to dive into the mind of a gorilla that is held in captivity. Ask them about "Me-Balls" and how Ivan shows distaste for something/someone! (Warning, it's gross).
Tomorrow we are going to continue 'deconstructing' stories for character, setting, problem, and solution.
Have an excellent evening,
Mr. MacKenzie
We also spent some time today reading The One and Only Ivan. The students are really enjoying this story. It is very interesting to dive into the mind of a gorilla that is held in captivity. Ask them about "Me-Balls" and how Ivan shows distaste for something/someone! (Warning, it's gross).
Tomorrow we are going to continue 'deconstructing' stories for character, setting, problem, and solution.
Have an excellent evening,
Mr. MacKenzie