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Learning to Observe Closely and Record Accurately: How to Create a Field Journal Lesson PlanLearning to Observe Closely and Record Accurately: How to Create a Field Journal Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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5th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Duration
1 hr
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Year
2014
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Learning to Observe Closely and Record Accurately: How to Create a Field Journal

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This Learning to Observe Closely and Record Accurately: How to Create a Field Journal lesson plan also includes:
  • Full Grade 5 ELA Module 2a (.pdf)
  • Full Grade 5 ELA Module 2a Updates: September 2018 (.pdf)
  • Full Grade 5 ELA Module 2a, Unit 3 (.pdf)
  • Grade 5 ELA Module 2a: Unit 3, Lesson 2 (.html)
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Look carefully. Scholars practice observing and recording the natural world around them by looking out a window or viewing an image. Learners discuss how their experience compares to that of Meg Lowman in The Most Beautiful Roof in the World. They then take a trip outside and record observations in a blank field journal.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

details, key details, academic vocabulary

Instructional Ideas

  • Assign groups different locations to observe and then compare notes

Classroom Considerations

  • Lesson two of 15 in 5th Grade ELA Module 2a, Unit 3
  • Must complete lessons in order
  • Requires creating a blank field journal in advance

Pros

  • Gives students hands-on experience
  • Suggests options for the activities if they cannot be carried out as described

Cons

  • None

Common Core

W.5.2.d W.5.3.d W.5.10

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