I'm sure there's a worksheet out there for what I'm about to share, but I sure do love the fact that my kids didn't have to use it.
I recently introduced them to compound words. Actually, our weekly big book introduced them to compound words. After a few days of working with the book and the concept as a group, it was time to individually practice. Previous to the lesson, I wrote words on small post-its. Half of the words were compound words and the other half were not. As you'll see in the following pictures, the post-its found themselves stuck to foreheads. The kids made Yes/No T charts and traveled around to each other, writing down words. Compound words went under "Yes." The others, "No."
Of course, this activity could be modified to fit most any skill. It's so easy to prepare, requires no paper waste, and is loads better than a worksheet!
So much more fun and active than a worksheet! I am sure your students will remember this activity because they were up moving and learning.
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Lori, yes, so much more fun and active and full of learning.
DeleteHow fun! I'm sure they enjoyed it and came away with a great understanding of compound words!
ReplyDeleteMiss Trayers, I think they did, and they like sticky things on their heads too. :)
DeleteLove it! When I think of my first class five years ago, I almost cringe. Worksheets are what I knew and I loved doing them as a kid! It didn't take me long to see there were much more meaningful activities that were more engaging and fun. I still think worksheets have a "place" but I certainly don't rely on them as I once did!
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Crystal, we do the best with what we know, right? :)
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