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Some problems are so big it takes an entire community to solve them. So was the case in the children's book Humphrey the Lost Whale: A True Story by Wendy Tokuda and Richard Hall. This primary grade lesson uses a class read-aloud of this amazing tale to teach young learners about what is means to be part of a community. A straightforward lesson that would make a great addition a community-themed lesson series in the primary grades.
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Pros
- Provides questions to guide class discussions before, during, and after a reading of the story
- Offers adaptations for English Language Learners
- Allows for interdisciplinary connections between social studies and language arts
- Involves students in a combination of both whole group and partner discussions
Cons
- Requires a copy of the book Humphrey the Lost Whale: A True Story by Wendy Tokuda and Richard Hall
- Teacher must provide clear expectations for participating in pair sharing