We’ve been learning about ocean creatures for the last two weeks.
Earlier in the week I showed the kids another ocean video. This time they took notes while they watched.
Check out the cutie-pie in fuschia top right. Ha ha!
Afterwards they drew a picture of life under the ocean. They had to include the three animals they took notes on, complete with a talking bubble with the animal telling one or two facts about itself.
I thought it was a fun way to keep the kids both engaged and really thinking about what they were learning.
Be sure to read about our self-directed ocean research.
PS You can see more ocean-themed posts here!
Your kids look so grown up and ready for grade 2 : ) Their illustrations are wonderful.sandirubber boots and elf shoes
The illustrations are so detailed. What a great idea. ❀Beth Ann❀Taming My Flock of Firstiesbakteach16@gmail.com
Love this!JenniferFirst Grade Blue SKies
They do look grown up. It's funny how that happens! This looks great. How do you teach them to take notes?✰ Kimberley ✰First in Maine
I love how simple this is! What a great way to engage kids at their level. Thanks!- AmandaInspired in Second
Thanks, Kimberley. I stopped the video every 12 minutes or so and we talked about what we had learned. I gave them some verbal examples and they went with it.
Thanks, Sandi. Yep, they're definitely ready for Grade 2 🙂
Yes! Simple is good 🙂
Thanks, Beth Ann and Jennifer 🙂
I love talking to my kids about taking notes too. They feel so grown up, like those high school kids. 🙂 That one gal in the back is too funny. ❀ TammyForever in First
Yeah, she cracks me up all the time 😉
Awww I love the girl in fuschia…Ha! I am glad I found your CUTE blog! I have a newbie blog… stop by if you have a chanceTori's Teacher TipsTori