Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to read and understand a short story about LEGO building.
Materials and Prep
- LEGO bricks
- A short story about LEGO building (you can create your own or find one online)
Activities
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Read the short story about LEGO building together with your parent or guardian.
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Identify and underline any words you don't understand while reading the story.
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Discuss the meaning of the underlined words with your parent or guardian.
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Build a LEGO creation inspired by the story. Be creative!
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Write a short paragraph describing your LEGO creation and what it represents.
First Grade Talking Points
- "What is LEGO?" - LEGO is a type of toy made up of small plastic bricks that can be stacked and connected to create different things.
- "Why is reading important?" - Reading helps us understand stories, learn new things, and explore our imagination.
- "What is a short story?" - A short story is a brief fictional narrative that tells a complete story with a beginning, middle, and end.
- "Why do we underline words we don't understand?" - Underlining words we don't understand helps us remember to ask for explanations and learn their meanings.
- "Why is it important to describe our LEGO creation?" - Describing our LEGO creation helps us practice using words to express our ideas and thoughts.