What is news? What is newsworthy? Who decides and what criteria do they use? Introduce young journalists to the basics of reporting with this media literacy activity.

Concepts

journalism, media coverage

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• If computers are not available in the classroom, use a variety of newspapers for the exercise, then visit the computer lab and have learners examine online news sources

Classroom Considerations

• The first in a series of 10 media literacy resources

Pros

• The packet includes the lesson plan, a worksheet, and links to news sites designed for kids

Cons

• The exercise presumes kids have computer access; however, the lesson can be used with newspapers as well

Common Core

RI.7.4 RI.7.6 RI.8.4 RI.8.6 RI.9-10.4 RI.9-10.6 RI.11-12.4 RI.11-12.6