Love this idea, used it with our reading group. NY Times learning network had a lesson to get kids thinking about their reading history that we used. Ned to check out the infographic websites
Making thinking active. Want my students to start looking for things that inspire, intrigue and anger them so they write with passion. Going to try this.
This could be a great talk to use to flip the introduction to reader's workshop or even just to introduce it. Could have kids talk about their dreams, find books that explore them. Also could link to 5 star podcast
To use on first day as a way to set goals, brainstorm. There are a lot of good ideas on this page. Could also use the life in 12 words to adapt to student's life in 12 words
I am an 8th grade Language Arts teacher working at a public school in Western Mass. I am interested in learning ways to integrate art, technology and writing into my classroom.