During last week's meeting, the bookworms continued their study of Claire Freedman's work by reading Aliens Love Underpants. We used this title to discuss the concept of "setting" in a story.
The children designed their own "underpants" made of construction paper. This craft helped us play a game of "hot and cold". Our classroom was transformed into the setting of the book, and we acted like the characters (aliens). Each child took a turn pretending to be an alien searching for underpants, while a partner hid their craft somewhere in the room. The students had a blast on their quests while their partner gave them hints as to whether or not they were "hot" or "cold".
Later, bookworms worked together to recreate the setting of the story with Legos. Spaceships, rockets, and planets were built.
Lastly, the authors convened to make edits to the setting in their group manuscript, which is coming along quite nicely.
Below, you will find something new I have started with the children. We have been discussing what an opinion is and what theirs are on the books they have read. Students were asked to judge Aliens Love Underpants and rate it on a scale of 1-5 stars. They were also asked to share why they gave the title said rating. Check out what they said...
BOOKWORMS BOOK REVIEW
Aliens Love Underpants
Nate: 10 Stars- "Because I like the aliens".
Althea: 5 Stars - "Because it's so funny!"
Isabella: 10 Stars- "Because it's funny. I like underpants."
Carmen: 6 Stars- "I love the book because the aliens come to Earth."
There you have it, folks! I think it's safe to say this title was a hit. :)
Please continue to use terms such as "opinion" and "setting" when discussing books read at home. Any conversations reinforcing these concepts make for great early literacy boosters.
Have a great evening!
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