Thursday, October 18, 2018
NonFiction Book Blog #2
For The Right To Learn: Malala Yousafzai's Story
Written by Rebecca Langston-George
Illustrated by Janna Rock
Published by Capstone Press on July 1st, 2016
Genre: Nonfiction, Biography
Number of Pages: 40
Overview
Malala Yousafzai grew up in a society where women are supposed to be quiet, but she refused to abide by this standard! Malala defied the Taliban's rules, fought for women's education, and was even almost murdered for her actions. This powerful and inspirational story of one courageous girl that helped to change the world and prove that one person CAN make a difference!
The illustrations help to further explain the true events and helps the reader to understand the complexity and danger of Malala's quest to fight for women's' educational rights!
Written by Rebecca Langston-George
Illustrated by Janna Rock
Published by Capstone Press on July 1st, 2016
Genre: Nonfiction, Biography
Number of Pages: 40
Overview
Malala Yousafzai grew up in a society where women are supposed to be quiet, but she refused to abide by this standard! Malala defied the Taliban's rules, fought for women's education, and was even almost murdered for her actions. This powerful and inspirational story of one courageous girl that helped to change the world and prove that one person CAN make a difference!
The illustrations help to further explain the true events and helps the reader to understand the complexity and danger of Malala's quest to fight for women's' educational rights!
"One child, one teacher, one book, and one pen can change the world."
-Malala Yousafzai
Grade Level: 4-6
Content Area: Social Studies, Diversity
Student Connection: This book is a great way to show students how one person can really change the world and it helps them to learn more about how life is in different cultures and different parts of the world. It would be great for a social studies lesson!
NonFiction Book Blog
The Story of Ruby Bridges
Written by Robert Coles
Illustrated by George Ford
Published by Scholastic Inc. in 1995
Genre: NonFiction
Number of Pages: 32
Overview
In 1960, a six-year-old, named Ruby Bridges, and her family moves from Mississippi to New Orleans in search of a better life. When Ruby is ordered to attend first grade at William Frants Elementary school, an all-white school, Ruby is face with angry mobs, hateful parents, and mean students. Ruby's story of bravery, courage, and hope is a powerful retelling of a famouse story in our American History.
George Ford dramatically illustrated this true events and story of Ruby's courage. His illustrattions wonderfully depict Roberts Coles' powerful and dramatic narractive.
Grade Level: 2-5
Content Area: History, Social Studies
Student Connection: This would be a great book to help students from a different culture or background. It would also be a great way to begin discussions of historical events during the 1960's and talk about the historical changes made during this time period.
Written by Robert Coles
Illustrated by George Ford
Published by Scholastic Inc. in 1995
Genre: NonFiction
Number of Pages: 32
Overview
In 1960, a six-year-old, named Ruby Bridges, and her family moves from Mississippi to New Orleans in search of a better life. When Ruby is ordered to attend first grade at William Frants Elementary school, an all-white school, Ruby is face with angry mobs, hateful parents, and mean students. Ruby's story of bravery, courage, and hope is a powerful retelling of a famouse story in our American History.
George Ford dramatically illustrated this true events and story of Ruby's courage. His illustrattions wonderfully depict Roberts Coles' powerful and dramatic narractive.
Grade Level: 2-5
Content Area: History, Social Studies
Student Connection: This would be a great book to help students from a different culture or background. It would also be a great way to begin discussions of historical events during the 1960's and talk about the historical changes made during this time period.
Science Fiction Book Blog #2
A Wrinkle In Time
Written by Madeleine L'Engle
Published by Square Fish; Reprint edition (May 1, 2007)
Number of pages: 256
Overveiw
The arrival of a disturbing stranger in the middle of the night is a shock to Meg Murry and her family. This is the beginning of an exciting and crazy adventure to find her father, who is a scientist who dissapeared while working on a secret project. This story perfectly dipicts Meg's unusual adventures throughout space and time.
Grade Level: 3-8
Contant Area: Language Arts, Science
Student Connection: This book is a wonderful book for gifted students who need a bit a more challenging read. This would be a great discussion book and class read, as well.
Written by Madeleine L'Engle
Published by Square Fish; Reprint edition (May 1, 2007)
Number of pages: 256
Overveiw
The arrival of a disturbing stranger in the middle of the night is a shock to Meg Murry and her family. This is the beginning of an exciting and crazy adventure to find her father, who is a scientist who dissapeared while working on a secret project. This story perfectly dipicts Meg's unusual adventures throughout space and time.
Grade Level: 3-8
Contant Area: Language Arts, Science
Student Connection: This book is a wonderful book for gifted students who need a bit a more challenging read. This would be a great discussion book and class read, as well.
Science Fiction Book Blog
The Magic Tree House Book Series
Written by Mary Pope Osborne
Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers; Slp edition (May 29, 2001)
Number of pages: 96
Overveiw
In the exciting and adventurous books, Jack and Annie are regular kids who stumble upon a magical tree house in the woods. Jack and Annie are whisked back in time to all different eras and places around the world. Ever new visit to the tree house is a new and adventurous learning experience for Jack , Annie, and any student who reads the wonderful book.
The illustrations, by Sal Murdocca, on the cover and throughout the books, dipict the adventurous tales beautifully. Students will be captivated by the pictures and their connection to the wonderfully adventurous tales.
Grade Level: 2-4
Contant Area: Language Arts, Social Studies, Science
Student Connection: These books would be great for challenging gifted students and a great way to incorporate other cultural aspects into the classroom and lessons.
Written by Mary Pope Osborne
Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers; Slp edition (May 29, 2001)
Number of pages: 96
Overveiw
In the exciting and adventurous books, Jack and Annie are regular kids who stumble upon a magical tree house in the woods. Jack and Annie are whisked back in time to all different eras and places around the world. Ever new visit to the tree house is a new and adventurous learning experience for Jack , Annie, and any student who reads the wonderful book.
The illustrations, by Sal Murdocca, on the cover and throughout the books, dipict the adventurous tales beautifully. Students will be captivated by the pictures and their connection to the wonderfully adventurous tales.
Grade Level: 2-4
Contant Area: Language Arts, Social Studies, Science
Student Connection: These books would be great for challenging gifted students and a great way to incorporate other cultural aspects into the classroom and lessons.
Modern Fantasy Book Blog #2
A Bad Case of Stripes
Written and illustrated by David Shannon
Published by Abridge on June 1st, 2004
Genre: Modern Fantasy
Number of pages: 32
Overveiw
Camilla Cream loves lima beans, but she doesnt eat them because the other kids in her school doesn't like them. She is very worried about what they will think about her and wants to fit in, but then she becomes compltely covered in stripes! Not just that, she seems to change color to match what is happening around her! Insead of blending in, like she desperately wanted, she is standing out more than ever! Is there anyone that can help fix Camilla Cream?
The illustrattions in this book are fantasitically creative and colorful. They help students to make connections with the characters and the plot. The pictures are very detailed and beautiffully depicts the scenes of the wonderful story being told!
Grade Level: K-4
Contant Area: Language Arts, Sequencing, Acceptance
Student Connection: This would be a great book for students with special needs or disabilities. It helps to teach students to learn how to accept each other difference and accept their own differences. It helps to start disscussions about not being afraid to stand out. This would also be a great book to help students learn sequencing and themes.
Written and illustrated by David Shannon
Published by Abridge on June 1st, 2004
Genre: Modern Fantasy
Number of pages: 32
Overveiw
Camilla Cream loves lima beans, but she doesnt eat them because the other kids in her school doesn't like them. She is very worried about what they will think about her and wants to fit in, but then she becomes compltely covered in stripes! Not just that, she seems to change color to match what is happening around her! Insead of blending in, like she desperately wanted, she is standing out more than ever! Is there anyone that can help fix Camilla Cream?
The illustrattions in this book are fantasitically creative and colorful. They help students to make connections with the characters and the plot. The pictures are very detailed and beautiffully depicts the scenes of the wonderful story being told!
Grade Level: K-4
Contant Area: Language Arts, Sequencing, Acceptance
Student Connection: This would be a great book for students with special needs or disabilities. It helps to teach students to learn how to accept each other difference and accept their own differences. It helps to start disscussions about not being afraid to stand out. This would also be a great book to help students learn sequencing and themes.
Modern Fantasy Book Blog
Tuck Everlasting
Written by Natalie Babbitt
Published by Square Fish; first edition in 1975, Sunburst edition 1985, Film tie-in edition 2002
Genre: Modern Fantasy
Number of pages: 192
In this fantastically written book, the Tuck family is presented with a new way of life after drinking from a magical spring. They must live life inconspicuously as they can because of their newfound immortality. One day, Winnie Foster stumbles upon their secret, everlasting lives and is dragged into their world of life without death. Throughout this exciting adventure, problems arise and obstacles are met. Will Winnie choose to join their immortal way of life in the end?
Written by Natalie Babbitt
Published by Square Fish; first edition in 1975, Sunburst edition 1985, Film tie-in edition 2002
Genre: Modern Fantasy
Number of pages: 192
In this fantastically written book, the Tuck family is presented with a new way of life after drinking from a magical spring. They must live life inconspicuously as they can because of their newfound immortality. One day, Winnie Foster stumbles upon their secret, everlasting lives and is dragged into their world of life without death. Throughout this exciting adventure, problems arise and obstacles are met. Will Winnie choose to join their immortal way of life in the end?
"A fearsome and beautifully written book that can't be put down or forgotten."
- Jean Stafford, The New Yorker
"Flawless in both style and structure."
-The Horn Book
Grade Level: 3-5
Content Area: English Language Arts
Student Connection: This would be a wonderful book for gifted students to be able to have discussion groups about the plot, characters, and moral standings of the book. You could discuss with your students the choices Winnie makes and ask what choice they would have made and why.
Thursday, October 4, 2018
International Literature Book Blog #2
Malala's Magic Pencil
Written by Malala Yousafzai
Illustrated by Kerascoet
Published by Little, Brown and Company on October 17th, 2017
Genre: International Literature, Autobiography
Number of pages: 48
Overview
This is a true story about Malala Yousafzai and her fight for womens' education in Pakistan. In this story she wishes for a magic pencil to be able to draw whatever she needs, including making everyone happy, erasing the smell of garbage, and sleeping an extra hour. As she grows older and wiser throughout the book, she realizes that there are more important things to wish for. Malala eventually decides she's going to work hard to make her wishes come true instead of wishing for a magic pencil to do it for her.
Kerascoet beautifully illustrated this retelling of such a captivating true story. This is a great way to show a younger audience the worldview that inspired Malala, and now inspires many others, to have hope and fight for what they believe in.
Lesson and Activity
Content Area: Social Studies, Multiculturalism
Standard: 6 ) Distinguish their own point of view from that of the narrator or those of the characters. [RL.3.6]
Model: Read the entire book out loud to students twice with no interruptions.
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Discuss the sequence of events with students. Ask them to share a time they stood up for something they believed in.
Activity: Ask students to draw and write about what they would do if they had a magic pencil and share it with the class.
Reading level: 3-4
Interest level: K-4
Sources: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316319570?_encoding=UTF8&isInIframe=0&n=283155&ref_=dp_proddesc_0&s=books&showDetailProductDesc=1#product-description_feature_div
https://alex.state.al.us/standardAll.php?grade=3&subject=ELA2015&summary=2
https://www.booktable.net/book/9780316319577
Written by Malala Yousafzai
Illustrated by Kerascoet
Published by Little, Brown and Company on October 17th, 2017
Genre: International Literature, Autobiography
Number of pages: 48
Overview
This is a true story about Malala Yousafzai and her fight for womens' education in Pakistan. In this story she wishes for a magic pencil to be able to draw whatever she needs, including making everyone happy, erasing the smell of garbage, and sleeping an extra hour. As she grows older and wiser throughout the book, she realizes that there are more important things to wish for. Malala eventually decides she's going to work hard to make her wishes come true instead of wishing for a magic pencil to do it for her.
Kerascoet beautifully illustrated this retelling of such a captivating true story. This is a great way to show a younger audience the worldview that inspired Malala, and now inspires many others, to have hope and fight for what they believe in.
"This is a wonderful read for younger students that will also provide insight and encourage discussion about the wider world. ... The simplicity of Yousafzai's writing and the powerful message she sends, make this book inspirational for all."
―School Library Journal
"Kerascoët's bright, reportorial watercolors match the text's directness and sincerity, adding gold embellishments to give Malala's hopes and optimism a radiant physicality. The Malala in these pages is both approachable and extraordinary."
―Publishers Weekly
Lesson and Activity
Content Area: Social Studies, Multiculturalism
Standard: 6 ) Distinguish their own point of view from that of the narrator or those of the characters. [RL.3.6]
24 ) Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences. [W.3.3]
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Discuss the sequence of events with students. Ask them to share a time they stood up for something they believed in.
Activity: Ask students to draw and write about what they would do if they had a magic pencil and share it with the class.
Reading level: 3-4
Interest level: K-4
Sources: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0316319570?_encoding=UTF8&isInIframe=0&n=283155&ref_=dp_proddesc_0&s=books&showDetailProductDesc=1#product-description_feature_div
https://alex.state.al.us/standardAll.php?grade=3&subject=ELA2015&summary=2
https://www.booktable.net/book/9780316319577
International Literature Book Blog
The Great Race: Story of the Chinese Zodiac
Written and illustrated by Christopher Corr
Published by Lincoln Children's Book on January 4th, 2018
Genre: International Literature
Number of Pages: 32
Overview
Content Area: Social Studies, Multiculturalism
Standard: 11 ) Identify the traditions and contributions of various cultures in the local community and state. (Alabama)
Model: Read the entire book out loud to students twice with no interruptions.
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Ask students to name all of the animals that they remember from the book. Ask students to discuss the different qualities of each animal. Explain that the 12 Chinese zodiac animals include a rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig. Explain that every year has a specific animal associated with it. Remind students of the qualities and characteristics they discussed about each animal and tell the students how people born on the year of each animal are thought to have that animal's particular qualities and characteristics.
Activity: Have students express what they have learned about the Chinese zodiac animals by making an animal mask for their favorite Chinese zodiac animal and act out their specific characteristics and qualities.
Reading level: 2-4
Interest level: Pre-k - 4
Sources: https://www.education.com/lesson-plan/chinese-zodiac-animals/
https://www.amazon.com/Great-Race-Story-Chinese-Zodiac/dp/1786030659
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/christopher-corr/the-great-race-corr/
Written and illustrated by Christopher Corr
Published by Lincoln Children's Book on January 4th, 2018
Genre: International Literature
Number of Pages: 32
Overview
Many, many years ago, in China, there were no years or days. One day the Jade Emperor decided to hold a Great Race to find a way of measuring time. Twelve animals compete to cross the river and have a year named after them.
This book is a wonderful way to introduce the Chinses New Year and Chinese Zodiac to early elementary students. The illustrations help to beautifully retell the zodiac story and help to further integrate the Chinese culture. The fun and brightly colored pictures practically jump off of the page. Students will be more than interested and engaged in this colorful tale.
This is an easy introduction to the Chinese zodiac for young students. Recommended"
- School Library Connection
"In retelling the traditional tale, Corr skillfully weaves in traits associated with some of the animals. Corr's distinctive folk-art style gouache illustrations are fun, bright, and bold....a good choice for classroom read-alouds...A visually fun and vibrant retelling of the Chinese Zodiac."
- School Library Journal
Lesson and Activity
Standard: 11 ) Identify the traditions and contributions of various cultures in the local community and state. (Alabama)
Model: Read the entire book out loud to students twice with no interruptions.
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Ask students to name all of the animals that they remember from the book. Ask students to discuss the different qualities of each animal. Explain that the 12 Chinese zodiac animals include a rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, and pig. Explain that every year has a specific animal associated with it. Remind students of the qualities and characteristics they discussed about each animal and tell the students how people born on the year of each animal are thought to have that animal's particular qualities and characteristics.
Activity: Have students express what they have learned about the Chinese zodiac animals by making an animal mask for their favorite Chinese zodiac animal and act out their specific characteristics and qualities.
Reading level: 2-4
Interest level: Pre-k - 4
Sources: https://www.education.com/lesson-plan/chinese-zodiac-animals/
https://www.amazon.com/Great-Race-Story-Chinese-Zodiac/dp/1786030659
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/christopher-corr/the-great-race-corr/
Here are some great videos to further explain the Chinese New Year and the Zodiac Signs:
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Diverse Perspective Book Blog #2
The Name Jar
Written and illustrated by Yangsook Choi
Published by Dragonfly Books; Reprint edition on October 14th, 2003
Genre: Diverse Perspective Fiction, Children's Literature
Number of Pages: 40
Overview
Being in a new school is hard enough, but imagine also being in a new town and new country. Unhei is the new kid in school who just moved from North Korea with her family. As every kid would be, she is worried and anxious about making friends and the other kids not being able to pronounce her traditional Korean name. During the first day of school, instead of introducing herself, she decides to pick a new name. Deciding on a new name is a whole new adventure!
This is a wonderful book to introduce diversity, multiculturism, and acceptence of differences. Students can become aware of idividuality and self acceptance while also learning about friendship. This would be a great way to integrate different cultures into your classroom! Xangsook Choi (author and illustrator) created beautifully simplistic illustrations that enhances the readers experience. Students will adore this book!
Reading level: Grades 1-4
Interest level: Grades K-3
Sources:
Written and illustrated by Yangsook Choi
Published by Dragonfly Books; Reprint edition on October 14th, 2003
Genre: Diverse Perspective Fiction, Children's Literature
Number of Pages: 40
Overview
Being in a new school is hard enough, but imagine also being in a new town and new country. Unhei is the new kid in school who just moved from North Korea with her family. As every kid would be, she is worried and anxious about making friends and the other kids not being able to pronounce her traditional Korean name. During the first day of school, instead of introducing herself, she decides to pick a new name. Deciding on a new name is a whole new adventure!
This is a wonderful book to introduce diversity, multiculturism, and acceptence of differences. Students can become aware of idividuality and self acceptance while also learning about friendship. This would be a great way to integrate different cultures into your classroom! Xangsook Choi (author and illustrator) created beautifully simplistic illustrations that enhances the readers experience. Students will adore this book!
“Unhei's reflection and inner strength are noteworthy; cultural details freshen the story."
- The New York Times
“Beautifully written and illustrated.” - Philadelphia Times
“Interweaving several issues into this touching account and delicately addressing the challenges of assimilation.”
- Kirkus Reviews
Lesson and Activtiy
Content Area: Self-Acceptance, Confidence, Kindness, Multiculturalism
Standard: 3 ) Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges. [RL.2.3]
Standard: 3 ) Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges. [RL.2.3]
6 ) Acknowledge differences in the points of view of characters, including by speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud. [RL.2.6]
15 ) Identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain, or describe. [RI.2.6]
Model: Read the entire book out loud to students twice with no interruptions.
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Discuss the importance of acceptance, differences, and diversity. Ask students to identify the characters motivation to change her name and why she ended up deciding against it.
Activity: Discuss the importance of names, cultural diversity, tolerance, and self acceptance. Read other books on the subjects, such as, Crysanthemum by Kevin Henkes, My Name is Sangoel by Karen Lynn, and The First Thing My Mama Told Me by Susan Marie Swanson. Set out a variety of book with baby names and meanings. Do "What's Behind Your Name" activity shown below.
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Discuss the importance of acceptance, differences, and diversity. Ask students to identify the characters motivation to change her name and why she ended up deciding against it.
Activity: Discuss the importance of names, cultural diversity, tolerance, and self acceptance. Read other books on the subjects, such as, Crysanthemum by Kevin Henkes, My Name is Sangoel by Karen Lynn, and The First Thing My Mama Told Me by Susan Marie Swanson. Set out a variety of book with baby names and meanings. Do "What's Behind Your Name" activity shown below.
Reading level: Grades 1-4
Interest level: Grades K-3
Sources:
https://www.dogobooks.com/the-name-jar/book-review/037580613X
https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/blog-posts/alycia-zimmerman/what-s-name-back-school-literacy-unit/
https://www.teachingbooks.net/tb.cgi?tid=11998&a=1
Diverse Perspective Book Blog
Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match
Written by Monica BrownIllustrated by Sara Palacios
Published by Lee & Low Books Inc. in 2011
Genre: Diverse Perspective Fiction, Children's Literature
Number of Pages: 32
Overview
Marisol McDonald stands out among her peers because she is "mix-matched". She has firetruck red hair, nut-brown skin, and enjoys wearing polka dots and stripes. Others around her try to tame Marisol's mix-matched choices, however, this Peruvian-Scottish-American girl cannot be tamed.
This book is a wonderful celebration of multiculturalism and individuality. Through the vibrant and fun illustrations and descriptive text, the illustrator and author portray Marisol's personality and heritage in a creative and non-conformist way. Sara Palacios, who illustrated this lovely book, was born and raised in Mexico City and shows her knowledge of the culture in her colorful images. Each page is covered with interesting and detailed images that help to depict Marisol's mix-matched life. By integrating this book into your class story time, you will be giving your student the opportunity to learn more about multiculturalism, diversity, and originality.
"I wrote this book because, like more than six million Americans, I’m multiracial. I’m the daughter of a South American mother and a North American father, and my childhood was spent in a close community of cousins, tíos (uncles), and tías (aunts).
Like Marisol McDonald, my cousins and I are mixed—indigenous Peruvian and Spanish mixed with Scottish and Italian and Jewish, not to mention Nicaraguan, Mexican, Chilean and African. One thing most of us do share are freckles. According to one of my tíos, the family freckles came from the time my abuelita (grandma) was stirring a big pan of chocolate on the stove—my tío reached for it and it splattered everywhere, leaving chocolate sprinkles on everyone’s faces and toes!
People sometimes ask us, “What are you?” and sometimes even say that we “don’t match.” But we know better. Our mothers told us that we are Americans, yes, but also citizens of the world. My life (and I’ll bet yours too) is bound up with the history of many peoples, and like Marisol McDonald, I open my arms wide and embrace them all."
- Monica Brown
The quote above is directly from the author's notes on the last page of the book and explains the need for bilingual and diverse children's literature. When reading this books, students with diverse backgrounds will be able to relate and connect to Marisol on a personal level.
Lesson and Activity
Content Area: Self-Acceptance, Confidence, Kindness, Multiculturalism
Standard: 1 ) Ask and answer questions to demonstrate an understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers. [RL.3.1]
4 ) Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, distinguishing literal from nonliteral language. [RL.3.4]7 ) Explain how specific aspects of a text's illustrations contribute to what is conveyed by the words in a story (e.g., create mood, emphasize aspects of a character or setting). [RL.3.7]10 ) Ask and answer questions to demonstrate an understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers. [RI.3.1]
Model: Read the entire book out loud to students twice with no interruptions.
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Ask questions to enhance close reading, comprehension, and develop a deeper understanding of the literature. Encourage students to refer back to the illustrations and passage in the book to support their responses.
Activity: Point out that there are some Spanish words in the English text and some English words in the Spanish text, this shows that Marisol is comfortable using/mixing both languages. Ask students who are bilingual or are from bilingual/multicultural homes to share examples of the way their own family mixes and combines languages. Students could also learn some of those words from another language to incorporate into their own use.
Lesson and Activity
Content Area: Self-Acceptance, Confidence, Kindness, Multiculturalism
Standard: 1 ) Ask and answer questions to demonstrate an understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers. [RL.3.1]
4 ) Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, distinguishing literal from nonliteral language. [RL.3.4]7 ) Explain how specific aspects of a text's illustrations contribute to what is conveyed by the words in a story (e.g., create mood, emphasize aspects of a character or setting). [RL.3.7]10 ) Ask and answer questions to demonstrate an understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers. [RI.3.1]
Model: Read the entire book out loud to students twice with no interruptions.
Guide and Scaffold: After reading the book out loud to the students the first time, ask them about what questions they may still have. Tell them to think about those questions while reading the book to them the second time.
Discussion: Ask questions to enhance close reading, comprehension, and develop a deeper understanding of the literature. Encourage students to refer back to the illustrations and passage in the book to support their responses.
Activity: Point out that there are some Spanish words in the English text and some English words in the Spanish text, this shows that Marisol is comfortable using/mixing both languages. Ask students who are bilingual or are from bilingual/multicultural homes to share examples of the way their own family mixes and combines languages. Students could also learn some of those words from another language to incorporate into their own use.
Reading level: Grades 2-3
Interest level: Grades K-3
Sources: https://www.leeandlow.com/images/pdfs/marisol_tg.pdf
https://alex.state.al.us/standardAll.php?grade=3&subject=ELA2015&summary=2
https://alex.state.al.us/standardAll.php?grade=3&subject=ELA2015&summary=2
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