Book Detectives

Discover the many treasures in your library!

Grade Level:  2nd grade
Subject: Language Arts
Designer: Dawn Lovelace

Goal: 
The learner will become familiar with the different genres that are available in the library and  discover the treasure of reading.

NTLW create a PowerPoint to establish an understanding on the different types of genres.

NTLW  will participate in  a group scavenger hunt to find books in the library by exploring the different genres and create a spreadsheet from Excel to report their findings.

NTLW generate a book riddle on their favorite book using a basic Word format.

NTLW create a character doll from one their favorite books found while searching the genres.  The student will give a book talk including five interesting details of their story.

NTLW complete a reflection of how they did on this project.

Duration:  Six Weeks - Students meet once a week for one hour.  The last two weeks of the unit the students will present their activities.

Scaffolding:  Students have been introduced to PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and exploring the Internet.  Here are links to help the students with the activities they are to complete. 

Assessment:   

Materials Needed:
LCOWS (Computers on Wheels) with Excel, Word, & PowerPoint
L Library/Media Center
LWriting & Coloring utensils
LPaper
LPrinter