Coming up with a random lesson plan can be a little frustrating sometimes. I tend to overthink things and then feel bogged down with standards. But when I keep things simple, it usually works out fine.
For my first lesson plan for this class, I decided to do something fun: Onomatopeias! (I think it took me at least seven slow seconds just to spell that as I typed.) Anyway, choosing a fun topic (as in, fun for students, and therefore, fun for me) makes me already feel better about creating this lesson plan.
FYI...Onomatopeia: "the formation of a word, as cuckoo, meow, honk, or boom, byimitation of a sound made by or associated with its referent" (from http://www.dictionary.com/browse/onomatopoeia)
I would begin with a few short read-aloud poems. This would be a positive way to introduce how onomatopeias are used in poems to bring them to life. I would also like to use this cool video: Onomatopeia Rap.That would definitely be a good "hook" to get their attention. I was thinking of use the concept/definition map that's in our text so help the kids really get it.
I would think that having the students create their own short poems that properly use onomatopeias (hey it was a little bit easier that time!) would be good for assessing their understanding and for closure as they would read them aloud to the rest of the class.
I am thrilled and feel so much better prepared this session because I feel like I finally have the right tools in my hand. Something I have learned in life is that having the proper tools AND having the understanding to use them well makes a world of difference.
-Keiza.
Love your strategy choice!!! This seems like the perfect graphic organizer to use for this lesson. I'm glad you are feeling like you have the tools you need. I'm wondering how you might differentiate. Maybe a cartoon drawing for enrichment? Possibly lots of picture books for students who are finding this more challenging?
ReplyDeleteI use to feel the same I would get overwhelmed and get upset about having to just come up with random lesson plan ideas. But now after having so many class with 10 or so lesson plans due every session I have gotten the hang of it. I feel I could write them in my sleep now haha. I love you little worksheet thing you found and posted. That is a good one and can be used for a lot of different subjects. Thank you so sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love your concept map. I agree with you coming up with lessons can be difficult. I actually said in my post that I felt doing a thematic unit was easier because you had one end goal in mind and you just worked towards it instead of trying to make 10 little plans. I think you're off to a good start!
ReplyDeleteI am definitely glad we can use different subjects! :) I think the concept map would be perfect for this lesson. Sounds like you have it all under control! :)
ReplyDeleteKeiza, I loved the video! I was laughing through it all! I could never say it that fast! I think your students will love it, too. I also like your word map. I think the students will comprehend it and enjoy making it. Great job!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I like your idea of keeping it simple. You can always expand later if you choose. I laughed when reading how it took you 7 seconds just to type the word. Great post and refreshing to hear the words "keep it simple"!
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ReplyDeleteI love your Content Area! Onomatopeias! I totally forgot about those! How cool and fun! The video is super engaging and really catches your attention. Thank you for sharing. I'd love to read some of the final poems when the lesson is done.