Boxcar children / Lesson Plan

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Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to demonstrate library skills related to the Boxcar Children series.

Materials and Prep

  • Boxcar Children books
  • Library card (if available)
  • Pencil and paper

Activities

  1. Visit your local library or use an online library catalog to search for Boxcar Children books.

    Write down the titles and call numbers of at least three Boxcar Children books you find.

  2. Using the call numbers you found, locate the Boxcar Children books on the library shelves or in the online catalog.

    Take note of the different sections or categories where the books are located.

  3. If you have a library card, check out one or more Boxcar Children books.

    If not, write down the due dates for the books you found.

  4. Read one of the Boxcar Children books you checked out or found.

    Take notes on the main characters, setting, and plot of the story.

  5. Write a short book review or summary of the Boxcar Children book you read.

    Include your favorite part of the story and why you would recommend it to others.

Second Grade Talking Points

  • "The Boxcar Children is a series of books written by Gertrude Chandler Warner."
  • "In the library, books are organized into different sections or categories based on their subjects and genres."
  • "Call numbers help us locate specific books on the library shelves or in the online catalog."
  • "A library card allows you to borrow books and take them home to read."
  • "When reading a book, it's important to pay attention to the characters, setting, and plot to understand the story better."
  • "Writing a book review or summary helps us reflect on what we read and share our thoughts with others."