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Graphic Organizers

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:44:15 +0000

Graphic organizers are useful tools for students at any grade level and with multiple abilities. They come in a variety of styles and are often given specific names according to the information they present (e.g. Story Map, Concept Wheel). A graphic organizer is a way to organize information pictorially. Graphic organizers aid students in arranging their [...] Related posts:

Venn Diagram Graphic Organizer

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:27:47 +0000

A Venn Diagram is a useful graphic organizational tool that compares and contrasts the characteristics of two things (people, places, ideas, etc.). Younger students and those needing visual representation benefit by using Venn diagrams. Venn diagrams consist of two curves–each one featuring specific attributes. The overlapping portion represents characteristics that are shared. Related posts: Concept [...] Related posts:

Story Web Graphic Organizer

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:21:33 +0000

This simple story web offers young students a place to organize a story. The story can be a personal one they are developing or a story that was already read. Elements of this graphic organizer include the “main idea” and space for four supporting ideas. Space is provided for students to add additional ideas to [...] Related posts:

Story Map Graphic Organizer

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:16:33 +0000

A Story Map Graphic Organizer aids students in their description of the elements of a story–title, author, setting, time/place, main characters, and the main points from the beginning, middle, and end. This type of graphic organizer can be used with a variety of genres and topics. Story Map Graphic Organizer Related posts: Story Web [...] Related posts:

5 W’s Chart Graphic Organizer

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 12:55:18 +0000

The 5 W’s Graphic Organizer assists students in determining and organizing the key points of a story–who, what, why, when and where. Students can use this chart to analyze a variety of genres and topics. 5 W’s Chart Graphic Organizer Related posts: KWL Chart Graphic Organizer Story Map Graphic Organizer Story Web [...] Related posts:

KWL Chart Graphic Organizer

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 06:41:59 +0000

The KWL Chart is also known as the “Know, Want to Know, and Learned” Chart. It is a type of graphic organizer that is typically used throughout a unit of study. By asking the questions featured in this chart, students are encouraged to think critically as their background knowledge about the topic is accessed and [...] Related posts:

Fact and Opinion Graphic Organizer

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 06:32:37 +0000

This type of graphic organizer assists students in sorting information when considering if it is a fact or opinion. It can be used with multiple subjects. Fact and Opinion Graphic Organizer Worksheet Related posts: KWL Chart Graphic Organizer Concept Wheel Graphic Organizer Graphic Organizers Related posts:

Concept Wheel Graphic Organizer

deanna — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 05:16:43 +0000

A Concept Wheel is commonly use to ask questions about a topic–who, what, why, when, where and how. This graphic organizer offers space for the topic and 6 questions. It can be used with multiple genres and subjects. Concept Wheel Graphic Organizer Worksheet Related posts: KWL Chart Graphic Organizer Graphic Organizers Story Web Graphic [...] Related posts:

Types of Poems

deanna — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:20:03 +0000

Poetry is a beautiful and unique writing style that every child should have the opportunity to explore. Here is an ongoing list of different types of poems that can be taught to children of all ages. Some of these poems may be too difficult for young children to fully grasp and produce due to the [...] Related posts:

10 Ant Writing Prompts

deanna — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:23:32 +0000

Engaged in a study about ants? What better way to solidify concepts taught, assess what has been learned, or simply engage your students in a wonderful world of fantasy. Here are 10 writing prompts to suit a range of students… Related posts: Ant Activities For Kids Types of Poems Life Cycle of an Ant Related posts:

Name Tags

deanna — Sat, 23 May 2009 22:33:34 +0000

Here is a page for making your own Printable Name Tags. I used these when I was teaching in a summer preschool program. I printed the page off on heavy duty card stock, cut out one strip per student, and then laminated them. I used them as a writing center for little ones to practice [...] Related posts:

Writing Paper

LPS Admin — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:52 +0000

Need to find just the right paper? Here are a few that I created to use with my kiddos. Please e-mail me any ideas you may have for various writing paper and I will see what I can come up with! Printable lined paper with Name and Date Printable lined writing Paper Draw and Write [...] Related posts: