Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Learning Objectives:

• To discuss the concept of Choice
• To understand the characteristics and type of stories in folk literature

Supplies: SpringBoard, Class Notebook, Folder

If you haven't already, turn in your Reading Log.

Opening:

1. Share "Choices" folders (turn in, along with a Reading Log, if you haven't already)

2. Create Class Word Wall that demonstrates our understanding of the concept of Choice

3. Discuss The Learning Focus again - read you prediction on page 42 (Stamp)

Work Period:

4. In your notebook, BRAINSTORM about the word "Folklore" as a circle map.

5. Match the definitions with the types of folklore on page 43.  

6. As we review each, add the genres of folklore to the Word Wall

7. In a group of two (shoulder buddy), follow the instructions for #2

• List all the stories that fit the definition (research)
• Choose a story you both know well (or can read quickly to refresh your memory)
• Create a few drawings that illustrate the key point of the story.
• Deliver a presentation in which you retell the story (using signal words for chronology)
• Explain how your story fits the genre's definition

Closing:

8. Presentations

9. Discuss EQ: Why is storytelling an important aspect of a culture or society?

• Why do the stories you told exist?
• Why are they still known?
• Are there modern examples of folk literature, or are these stories only in the past?