Lesson Plan

Believe It or Not? Time to Talk Back

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Young journalists select a news story, editorial, or opinion piece that they disagree with or one that leaves them with questions. They then create their report in response and share it with the class.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Ask class members to bring in copies of news publications
  • Many news organizations will provide a free class set of newspapers for classroom use; contact your local provider to determine if they have this program 
Classroom Considerations
  • Participants need access to computers with the internet, video recorders, cameras, poster paper, etc.
  • Requires copies of the "Time to Talk Back" worksheet
Pros
  • The project encourages news consumers to read critically
Cons
  • None
Common Core