Beacon Lesson Plan LibraryMaking Sense with Amelia BedeliaElisabeth CoogleDescriptionStudents learn about multiple word meanings with the help of Amelia Bedelia.StandardsFlorida Sunshine State StandardsLA.A.1.1.2.2.6 The student uses context cues to define multiple meaning words. LA.A.1.1.3.2.1 The student identifies simple, multiple-meaning words. LA.A.1.1.3.2.5 The student develops vocabulary by reading independently and listening to and discussing both familiar and conceptually challenging selections. Florida Process Standards Effective Communicators 02 Florida students communicate in English and other languages using information, concepts, prose, symbols, reports, audio and video recordings, speeches, graphic displays, and computer-based programs. Critical and Creative Thinkers 04 Florida students use creative thinking skills to generate new ideas, make the best decision, recognize and solve problems through reasoning, interpret symbolic data, and develop efficient techniques for lifelong learning. Materials-A copy of the book Teach Us Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish-Notebook paper -Pencils -Copies of the attached assessment, one per student -Chart paper and marker or chalkboard and chalk Preparations-Gather materials-Make student copies of attached file -Read story ahead of time Procedures1. Gather students for a reading of Teach Us Amelia Bedelia.2. Make a class list of words or phrases that Amelia Bedelia misunderstood. (Call the roll, practice the play, etc...) Allow students to offer comments. 3. Tell students that they are to pretend that they are teachers at the school where Amelia is teaching. Ask how they could help make the directions clearer for Amelia. 4. Pass out notebook paper for students. Instruct students to rewrite three confusing items in a way that Amelia will understand. 5. When students are finished, they may complete the assessment. AssessmentsStudents must answer three out of the five assessment questions correctly. (See Associated File.)ExtensionsIf students enjoy this book, you may wish to repeat the activity with other Amelia Bedelia books.Return to the Beacon Lesson Plan Library. |