First, students discussed characteristics of the different genres based on anchor charts like this one used with third graders examining realistic fiction:
Working in partner groups at tables, students then scanned QR codes to watch book trailers. All of the books shown are part of the library collection--which has made for some really long holds lists as students work through the activity!
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| Third graders started with realistic fiction. |
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| Fourth graders started with fantasy. |
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| Fifth graders started with science fiction. |
The activity included a writing piece that asked students to record two books that seemed interesting to them after watching the trailers. Students will reuse the handout as they work through another genre in a following lesson.
Check out the students at work:
I absolutely love this activity! I have been trying to think of ways to incorporate book trailers into the library, and spark interest in books that are excellent, but overlooked. I can't wait to try this.
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