Hooks, Lines, and Zingers – The Power of Persuasion – 4452
Summary We learned the art of persuasive writing using the Four Square Method. After that, we brainstormed ideas for capital improvements for Colonial Trail Elementary …
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Honor & Respect
Summary This lesson focuses on connecting the theme of honor and respect in Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” to the students’ world and everyday experiences. Through …
Weather Project
Summary Students were tasked to select a weather topic. They were to fully research the topic and then teach about their topic to the class. …
Three Lakes Park Project – 4225
Summary This project integrated the second grade Langauge Arts, Science, and Social Studies curriculum as well as incorporated the technology tools that the students had …
Virginia’s Regions Are Out of This World
Submitted by: Diana Hundley Collaborators: Kadie English-Student Teacher, Merle James- Art, Kathy Vick- Librarian, Jessica DelMonte-ITRT, Parent Volunteers School: Echo Lake Elementary Summary The students …
Digital Storytelling: Personal Narrative
Submitted by: Claudia Ketcham, Second Grade Collaborators: Whitney deBordenave, Elementary ITRT School: Crestview Elementary School Summary Children love to talk about themselves.They also enjoy using …
Animal Adaptations and the Classroom Zoo
Submitted by: Kay Faries School: Pemberton Elementary Summary Students begin with brainstorming their favorite animal and its habitat. Students then form collaborative groups (scientific teams) …
Dolphin Daily Report
Submitted by: Denise Cioffi Collaborators: Whitney deBordenave School: Donahoe Elementary School Summary Students work collaboratively to develop a segment for the Daily Dolphin Report. Pairs …
All About Pumpkins
Submitted by: Cheryl Corbin Collaborators: Suzanna Panter, Jessica DelMonte School: Dumbarton Elementary Summary Students explored and understood the life cycle of a pumpkin through a …
Characterization Stations
Submitted by: Regina Baker Collaborators: Kim Slayton (librarian), Stephanie Wright (ITRT) School: Fair Oaks Elementary Summary This activity consists of three stations that allow students …