Literacy Retreat 2017
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Frame Ideas that are Developed and Organized
Target idea development and logical organization
Introduce an opinion/reason frame
This mini-lesson includes an introduction to the three basic facets of an opinion/reason frame. Access the resources seen in this video captured in Kellie Wheeler’s third grade classroom at Concord South Side Elementary School (Elkhart, IN).
Break down the facets of the frame
Practice writing frames in pairs & small groups
Transition from whole-class and small-group and partner writing activities. The T.I.P.S. strategy works great for that.
Click to download a set of 11 x 17 T.I.P.S. placemats.
Build your own digital document using the T.I.P.S. graphics.
Generate one-paragraph summaries
Honoring the different text structures, students may need various frames. Each of these produces a single-summary paragraph.
Utilize Yes, MA’AM for constructed responses
For more resources on the Yes, MA’AM frame, check out these links.
Somebody…Wanted…But…So…Then
Like all frames, introduce them whole class, and then walk them through a gradual release to student independence. Students can hone their summarizing skills by completing the Somebody…wanted…but…so…then… frame.
- Reveal multiple examples to students.
- During a whole-class mini-lesson, complete a frame using the large icons on chart paper or within a pocket chart.
- Continue to practice all-class using the Smartboard version.
- Then show students how to independently complete the handout version.
