Pre-K and Kindergarten
Prior to introducing a nonfiction text on the constitution, the teacher ask students think of things they enjoy about our country.
Inquiry
In PE, students read an the rules to a game they are about to learn.
Reading
Students read a short article together. They highlight the main idea and supporting detail.
Reading, organization, collaboration
Mr. Mott plays "Twinkle Twinkle" and ask students to think of another song that could have the same tune.
Inquiry
Mrs. Mickens teaches a lesson to Kindergarten grade about kindness. They draw a picture about a time they showed kindness.
Writing
Mrs. Bush introduces new titles to students. Students create a list of books they are interested in reading with the most interesting at the top.
Organization
Using a graphic organizer, a pair of students work together to brainstorm and record material for their next informative writing assignment.
Organization, collaboration, inquiry, and writing
Mrs. Cokely ask students to turn to their shoulder partner and describe the medium an artist might have used.
Collaboration