Categories: Art | History | Learning Techniques & Templates | Music | Reading & Writing | Science
Estimated Time: 30-40 minutes
Materials Needed: Post-it® Super Sticky Notes, Post-it® Easel Pads, Markers, Pens
Materials Needed:
- Post-it® Super Sticky Notes
- Post-it® Easel Pads
- Markers
- Pens
Description:
Model the technique of using Post-it® Super Sticky Notes for a K-W-L chart to help guide the students in reading.
Instructions:
Step 1: Model the technique of using Post-it® Super Sticky Notes for a K-W-L chart to help guide the students in reading.
Step 2: Make three columns on the board and using three different color large Post-it® Super Sticky notes. A yellow Post-it® Super Sticky Note would be for the “Know” column, the blue Post-it® Super Sticky Note for the “Want I Want to Know” column and the green Post-it® Super Sticky Note for “Learned”.
Step 3: Select students to come to the board with their answers on the same color Post-it® Super Sticky Notes to place under the correct category.
Step 4: Brainstorm with the students what they know about the subject and what do they want to learn about the topic before reading the text.
Step 5: The students begin working first in their groups of three or four and then independently with their own color pad of Post-it® Super Sticky Notes and Post-it® Easel Pad to place the K-W-L chart. The students will then use the color Post-It® Super Sticky Notes to make references as they work independently.
Step 6: As they read and prove the information in the What We Think We Know (K) column, the students should number the page on the Post-it® Super Sticky notes. The students find answers to the questions they asked in the What We Want to Know (W) column. The students will complete their own K-W-L chart and present the information during group discussion. Discuss and write the classes answers in the What We Learned (L) column with Post-it® Super Sticky Notes.
Afterwards:
Objective: Students will be able to use Post-it® Super Sticky Notes on a K-W-L chart from the beginning of a reading lesson by activating prior knowledge, to what they want to learn, and what they have learned.
Evaluate The Activity: Students are encouraged to use this strategy with Post-it® Super Sticky Notes when they are researching information for writing reports.
Lesson Extensions: Have copies of the K-W-L chart and pad of Post-it® Super Sticky Notes available in the classroom for the students. In history, the K-W-L chart with Post-it® Super Sticky Notes can be used for current events or historical events. In Math, the K-W-L chart and Post-it® Super Sticky Notes can be used in learning a new math formula or problem. In Science, K-W-L chart and Post-it® Super Sticky notes for lab experiments.
Supporting All Learners: Model a question if you think they might have trouble coming up with their own. Fill in part of the chart with the more difficult answers.
Assignment/Home Connection: Have students practice this strategy at home using K-W-L chart and Post-it® Super Sticky Notes before and after they read any article. The student can fill in the chart using the same process they learned in school.
