4th_Activites_and_Strategies

Fourth Grade NE STAND I D M R Activities Resources STRAND #1: Library Orientation and Skills 1 Identify the basic parts of a book
 * Identify cover R 4.1.4 R
 * Identify title page R 4.1.4 M
 * Identify spine R 4.1.4 R Students create book cover for a non fiction book including all parts of the book.
 * Identify glossary - appendix R 4.1.4 M
 * Identify index R 4.1.4 M
 * Identify table of contents R 4.1.4 M
 * Identify copyright page R 4.1.4 R
 * Identify bibliography R 4.1.4 I

2 Sort items, words, etc. in ABC order
 * Sort by first letter in word R 4.1.4 M
 * Sort by first two letters in word R 4.1.4 M
 * Sort by first three letters in word, etc. R 4.1.4 M Sort game labels with fiction and nonfiction titles and call numbers in order. McGraw Hill series 4th grade page 8.

7 Sort items, such as call numbers, in numerical order
 * Sort decimals to the hundredths M 4.1.1 D Sort game labels with fiction and nonfiction titles and call numbers in order. McGraw Hill series 4th grade page 8.
 * Sort whole numbers M 1.1.1 M

11 Identify common library vocabulary
 * Identify title N/A R
 * Identify author N/A R
 * Identify illustrator N/A R Students will be able to find books on the card catalog by title,author illustrator, publisher, or call number.
 * Identify publisher N/A M
 * Identify copyright N/A M
 * Identify call number N/A M
 * Identify subject/keyword/topic N/A M

12 Use a card catalog, automated or manual, to locate media materials.
 * Keyword S 4.8.1 R 4.1.4 D
 * Author S 4.8.1 R 4.1.4 M
 * Title S 4.8.1 R 4.1.4 M Demonstrate and use the on line card catalog using keywords, title, author and subject.
 * Subject S 4.8.1 R 4.1.4 D

15 Identify Dewey Decimal Classification section and other sections of a Library in order to locate materials
 * Identify fiction N/A R
 * Identify Non-fiction N/A R
 * Identify Reference N/A D
 * Identify Magazines/Periodicals N/A D
 * Identify Newspaper N/A D
 * Identify Biographies N/A D
 * Identify Audio-Visual Equipment and materials N/A R
 * Describe the function of the Dewey Decimal classification N/A D
 * Identify Special Collections N/A D

20 Recognize the need and use of Interlibrary loan process
 * Recognize limitation of a collection N/A I

22 Use reference materials both online and print
 * Use Dictionary R 4.1.4 S 4.8.1 M
 * Use Almanac R 4.1.4 S 4.8.1 D
 * Use Encyclopedia R 4.1.4 S 4.8.1 D
 * Use Atlas R 4.1.4 S 4.8.1 D
 * Use Thesaurus R 4.1.4 S 4.8.1 D

STRAND #2: Access and Processing of Information 8 Classify literature into various formats
 * Classify fiction R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 M After reading titles and a brief description of pre-selected books, students will determine whether or not the book is fiction or non-fiction. McGraw Hill Complete Library Skills, Grade 3, pg. 21
 * Classify non-fiction R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 M After reading titles and a brief description of pre-selected books, students will determine whether or not the book is fiction or non-fiction. McGraw Hill Complete Library Skills, Grade 3, pg. 21
 * Classify reference R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D Students read a short newspaper article to find the five w's. (who, what, when, where) Newspaper of any type

9 Identify genre in fiction
 * Identify Folktales and Legends R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 M Use a graphic organizer to identify folktales and legends with Native American resources Paul Goble stories.
 * Identify Realistic Fiction R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS41.4 M Using incomplete titles, students finish each title to show realistic fiction. McGraw Hill 3rd Grade, Pg. ???
 * Identify Science Fiction R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D Using the 3rd Grade mural, students will write a story. Current 3rd Grade mural
 * Identify Historical Fiction R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D Collaborate with classroom teacher using Nebraska History studies and design a book. Sarah Plain and Tall
 * Identify Mystery R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D
 * Identify Fantasy
 * Identify Tall Tales R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 M Write a tall tale emphasizing exaggeration. Management Kit for ????
 * Identify Fairy Tales R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 M Write a letter to a character from a fairy tale stating why they liked/disliked that character/story Managament Kit for ///
 * Identify Fables R 4.1.5 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 M Read two or three fables as a class and tell in their own words the moral. Arnold Lobel Fables

10 Identify genre in non-fiction
 * Identify Biography R 4.1.5 SS1.1.1 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D Skim biography/ autobiography to find birth date of subject STRETCHY Library Lessons
 * Identify Auto-biography R 4.1.5 SS1.1.1 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D Skim biography/ autobiography to find birth date of subject STRETCHY Library Lessons
 * Identify Informational Text R 4.1.5 SS1.1.1 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D Collaboration research project with classroom teacher; use a graphic organizer to take notes on an assigned topic (country, inventor, etc.) McGraw Hill Complete Library Skills, Grade 3
 * Identify Drama R 4.1.5 SS1.1.1 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D
 * Identify Poetry R 4.1.5 SS1.1.1 SS4.1.2 SS4.1.4 D Select a favorite poem and tell why it is a favorite. Variety of poetry books

13 Identify varieties of information available at a library
 * Identify Print (books, periodicals, etc) R 8.1.2 D Include identifying print materials in other lessons.
 * Identify Online resources R 8.1.2 D Collaborate with Classroom teacher
 * Identify Audio Visual Resources (Videos/CD Roms) R 8.1.2 D Include identifying print materials in other lessons.
 * Identify Miscellaneous (realia-hands on materials, etc) R 8.1.2 D Include identifying print materials in other lessons.

19 Demonstrate skills in computer research
 * Demonstrate skills using browsers R 8.1.2 D Find and bookmark an author's website Firefox, Explorer, Safari
 * Demonstrate skills using online resources R 8.1.2 D Using Super3 Research Skills, introduce students to reference materials online NebraskAccess, online encyclopedias and dictionaries, reference shelf on www.esu7.org/media
 * Use search engines for info retrieval R 8.1.2 D Visit an author's website and find three specific facts about that author. Dogpile, Ask Jeeves, netTrekker, PowerMedia

25 Use information indexes/guides, both print and online for report documents
 * Location and use of index R 4.1.4 I
 * Skim and scan for information I
 * Guide words M

28 Access information to process for assigned projects or self-selected topics
 * Need for information D
 * Accurate information D
 * Diverse information D
 * Narrow or broaden information topic

STRAND #3: Evaluation 21 Retrieve appropriate research material and resources for an assigned or self-selected topic
 * Use general reference in print I
 * Use electronic references I
 * Use card catalog (cards or automated) D

STRAND #4: Synthesis and Application 16 Use information for an assigned or self-selected topic
 * Utilize Note taking D
 * Utilize Paraphrasing D
 * Utilize Summarizing D
 * Utilize Outlining/Organizing I

16 Students complete tasks using problem solving skills
 * Independently complete tasks D
 * Complete tasks as a member of a group D

STRAND #5: Reading Appreciation 3 Identify elements of a story/ article
 * Identify main idea
 * Identify details D
 * Identify characters, setting M
 * Identify problem, solution, sequence of events D
 * Distinguish between fiction and non-fiction D
 * Retell beginning, middle and end M

6 Students become independent readers and self-directed, life-long learners
 * Choose books appropriate for their own interests, purposes and reading level. M

14 Recognize and locate Nebraska and national book awards and distinguish between criteria for selection
 * Identify criteria for award lists D
 * Identify various book awards D
 * Identify Nebraska award D

17 Select materials at an appropriate reading level
 * Identify new/unknown vocabulary D
 * Read, then describe content of a brief selection I
 * Identify kinds of reading to meet the student's needs D

4 Students use expected library etiquette Students model good/bad manners for younger students
 * 1) 6 Ethics/Respect for Information Resources
 * Use proper care of library materials R Students model proper care of materials for younger students using favorite picture books/library materials. May be live or videotaped.
 * Show respect for other library users D Students model good/bad listening skills for younger students in the library-media center.

5 Students demonstrate an understanding of the purpose, policies, and procedures of the library-media center. 8.1.2 Demonstrate and discuss proper book care. 8.1.2
 * Use proper book care 4.1.4 R Students model proper book care for younger students.
 * Identifies or can explain check-in/check-out procedures 4.1.4 R Student can identify and demonstrate proper check-in/out procedures
 * #3 Return library materials on time 4.1.4 M Oral or written assessment.

18 Students use ethical behavior in regard to copyright and plagiarism. 12.1.6 (Demonstrate an understanding of intellectual freedom and intellectual property rights.) Activity using Easy Reference Sheet (GILS p. 136)
 * Define plagiarism I Discuss types of cheating and the consequences of cheating and compare it to copying directly from a print resource.
 * Copying homework
 * Copying from another person's test
 * Read and rewrite selection in their own words copyright and plagiarism. 8.1.1, 8.1.2 I
 * Covered in Strand 4-#14 12.1.5
 * Define Copyright--Understand legal restrictions on print and non-print materials 8.` I Students will research information to share with the class giving credit to the source.
 * Using more than one source to create a report I Student writes report and attains a Minimal Evidence level on Rubric for Assessing the Research Process (GILS p 125)