Home Plan - [JG3-L2-U1-LC1-1 Helping Others – Check Out the Library]
The document discusses the importance of libraries in providing reliable information and supporting individuals, especially young people, in accessing safe information. It highlights the diverse resources available in libraries beyond books and introduces vocabulary related to library use. The second part focuses on teaching strategies for students, including understanding vocabulary, making predictions about stories, and previewing a specific book within the realistic fiction genre. Exercises and self-reflection tasks are provided to enhance learning and comprehension. Additionally, there are reminders for students to review, preview, and complete tasks.
Contents
- Pages 1—19: Library role importance.
- Pages 20—40: Teaching tips and exercises.
Pages 1—19: Library role importance.
This section of the document discusses the role of libraries in providing reliable information compared to online sources. The text emphasizes the value of libraries as a place to find accurate information about various topics and their importance in helping individuals, especially young people, access reliable information while staying safe. It also highlights the variety of resources available in libraries beyond books, such as CDs and DVDs, and how they can cater to different interests and moods. The text introduces vocabulary words like “card catalog,” “drawer,” and “librarian,” and includes exercises for students to understand and apply these terms in context. Additionally, it explores the concept of rules in libraries for young people using online resources and the intentions behind these rules.
Pages 20—40: Teaching tips and exercises.
This section of the document provides tips and instructions for teaching various concepts to students. It covers topics like understanding vocabulary words, making predictions about a story’s setting, characters, and events, as well as previewing a story titled “Because of Winn-Dixie” by Kate DiCamillo, which falls under the genre of realistic fiction. There are exercises and tasks for students to complete related to vocabulary, story predictions, and writing about their expectations for the story. The document also includes suggestions for self-reflection and reminders for students to review, preview, and complete tasks after class.