Description

The Flying Geese quilt pattern is used as a graphic organizer for classifying learned concepts. Using student-generated ideas, the teacher models use of the design for organizing knowledge and writing recorded ideas into paragraphs for a report.

Materials

-Four pink triangles and four orange triangles (See Preparations)
-Transparency of a quilt (See Attached Files)
-Marker for writing on the triangles
-Transparency of My Quilt Report (In Attached Files)
-Vis é vis marker
-OPTIONAL: Copy of Flying Geese Graphic Organizer sample and My Quilt Report paragraph sample for personal reference in teaching this lesson. (In Attached Files)

Procedures

1) Attach the eight colored triangles to the chalkboard. (Line up the four pinks in one column and the four orange in another column. This is the Flying Geese pattern mentioned in the story Sam Johnson, Lesson 31, Ge-Oh Boy, Oh Boy. To see an example, go to suggested Website (See Web Links section) and click on Flying Geese. There are four samples; the one in the upper right-hand corner is suggested.)

2) Ask if students can identify the pattern. Give hints as to where they learned about it. Use marker to write Social Studies as the heading on the top pink triangle. On the top orange triangle write the heading, Math.

3) Lay transparency of quilt pattern on overhead. (See Attached Files) Explain that students will write a report about a quilt/quilt block pattern. The report is a summative assessment. This lesson is to model how to write two paragraphs about a quilt block pattern.

4) Direct their attention to the pink triangles. Point out that pink column of the Flying Geese pattern is for social studies ideas learned. Column of orange triangles is for math/geometry concepts learned. (See Attached Files) (See Extensions for link to Unit Plan to access Summative Assessment B)

*OPTION I: Model by thinking outloud, talking through student suggested ideas. For example, begin by saying: Let's see, looking at this quilt, what can we say about it that will show what we have learned about quilts. Let student suggested ideas direct teacher think aloud. Record student ideas on the triangles. To do so, as each idea is presented, ask the student if it is a social studies or math/geometry concept. This makes students categorize their thoughts. The student decides which color triangle to record the idea on.

*OPTION II: If students are reluctant or are experiencing difficulty in getting started, use the think aloud strategy using personal thoughts as a model. Share and think ideas aloud. Record social studies concepts on the pink triangles. For example, include quilting as an art form (SS.A.3.1.2.2.1), ways resources were conserved and replenished (SS.B.2.1.4.2.1), and quilts traded or sold for other goods (SS.B.2.1.3.2.1). Students should now understand what to do. Follow Option I procedure for recording math concepts. (MA.C.2.1.1.2.1; MA.C.2.1.1.2.4; MA.D. 1.1.2.2.5) (See Attached Files for sample) (Extensions for link to Unit Plan to access Summative Assessment B).

5) Formative assessment occurs as student ideas and understanding of concepts are shared and recorded. Make positive, supporting comments that restate the students' knowledge as thoughts are shared.
*For example: Yes, Triangles holding hands to make a square in the middle, that is a wonderful way to explain that there are shapes within the shape.
If there are any misconceptions or if a particular student is having a difficult time stating a concept, call on peers for assistance.
*For example: You know what you want to say and I think you've got the idea, but let's see if someone else can help you say it in an easy way.

6) Once ideas are recorded on the triangles, model for students how to write the ideas into a paragraph. (See Attached Files for sample) Lay the transparency My Quilt Report (See Attached File) on the overhead and, with student assistance, transform the ideas from the triangles to the writing space on the transparency.

7) Congratulate the class on a job well done. Remind them the summative assessment is the next day. They will write a quilt report similar to the one just completed.

8) Before the end of the day, write a note to parents on the My Quilt Report written by the class. Inform them about the summative assessment the next day and of the sample quilt report written in class. Copy.

9) At the end of the day, hand out the class quilt report with note to parents to each child. Students use as reading material to share with parents.

Extensions

11) This is Lesson 34, Flying Geese; Component: Writing
Lessons 1-6 are for Day 1 of the unit Geo Jammin' By DeSign
Lessons 7-11 are for Day 2 of the unit Geo Jammin' By DeSign
Lessons 12-17 are for Day 3 of the unit Geo Jammin' By DeSign
Lessons 18-23 are for Day 4 of the unit Geo Jammin' By DeSign
Lessons 24-28 are for Day 5 of the unit Geo Jammin' By DeSign
Lessons 29-32 are for Day 6 of the unit Geo Jammin' By DeSign
Lessons 33-38 are for Day 7 of the unit Geo Jammin' By DeSign

Lessons may reflect modifications of, but are designed in conjunction with the Reading Framework approach to classroom instruction and may be adapted to the Four Block Classroom.

2) Click here to view the Beacon Unit Plan associated with this lesson. See Attached Files to download the Unit Plan Overview, Unit Assessments, and other attached files.

3) Summative Assessment B is located in the Unit Plan. (See Extensions for link to Unit Plan)

4) Sample of the Flying Geese pattern used for the graphic organizer go to DawnPages - Selecting an Easy Quilt Block Pattern. (See Web Links)

5) Find numerous quilt designs for printing. WWQP Quilt Coloring Book (See Web Links section) shows individual block design and the quilt pattern created when all blocks are in place. Students pick a design or the educator pre-selects and prints designs for students to choose from.

6) Ask Hannah (Interactive Student Web Lesson) teaches and reviews symmetry concepts. Use as a learning center. (See Web Links)

7) If a journal is kept for this unit, allow students time to reflect on this activity.

Attached Files

Attached Documents File Extension: pdf
Graphic Organizer: Completed sample, student work page
Quilt Report: Completed sample, student work page
Quilt photo