Seventh+Grade_Activities_and_Strategies

D M R || Activities || Resources || R 8.1.2 || R ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   || R 8.1.2 || R ||  ||   || R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1 || R ||  ||   || R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1 || M ||  ||   ||
 * Seventh Grade ||  ||   || NE STAND || I
 * STRAND #1:Library Orientation and Skills ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * 1. Identify the basic parts of a book ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify title page || R 4.1.4 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify glossary - appendix || R 4.1.4 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify index || R 4.1.4 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify table of contents || R 4.1.4 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify copyright page || R 4.1.4 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify bibliography or cited resources || R 4.1.4 || M ||  ||   ||
 * 7. Sort items, such as call numbers, in numerical order ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Sort decimals to the hundredths || M 8.6.1 || R || Locate and file books on the shelf in correct order. ||  ||
 * 12. Use a card catalog, automated or manual, to locate media materials. ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Keyword || S 4.8.1
 * 12. Use a card catalog, automated or manual, to locate media materials. ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Keyword || S 4.8.1
 * || * || Subject || S 4.8.1
 * 15. Identify Dewey Decimal Classification section and other sections of a Library in order to locate materials ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Reference ||  || R ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Magazines/Periodicals ||  || R ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Newspaper ||  || R ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Biographies ||  || R ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Describe the function of the Dewey Decimal classification ||  || R ||   ||   ||
 * 20. Recognize the need and use of Interlibrary loan process ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Recognize limitation of a collection || R12.1.2 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Locate a source from another library || R12.1.2 || I ||  ||   ||
 * 22. Use reference materials both online and print ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Use Dictionary || R 8.1.2
 * 22. Use reference materials both online and print ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Use Dictionary || R 8.1.2
 * || * || Use Dictionary || R 8.1.2
 * || * || Use Almanac || R 8.1.2
 * || * || Use Encyclopedia || R 8.1.2 R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Use Atlas || R 8.1.2 R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Use Thesaurus || R 8.1.2 R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1 || M ||  ||   ||
 * STRAND #2: Access and Processing of Information ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * 8. Classify literature into various formats ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Classify fiction || R 8.1.3 SS 8.4.2 || R || Review definition; brainstorm fiction titles or authors that write fiction. Review call number configuration for fiction books in the library ||  ||
 * || * || Classify non-fiction || R 8.1.3 SS 8.4.2 || R || Review definition; brainstorm subjects that are non-fiction. Review call number configuration for non-fiction books in the library. Distinguish fact from fiction using historical fiction versus factual materials || (could be DVD, book, web site…) (ex: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry and other factual materials dealing with segregation) ||
 * || * || Classify reference || R 8.1.3 SS 8.4.2 || R || Review definition; Show examples of other reference materials other than those commonly used || (ex: Current Biography, Science Encyclopedia...)
 * Note to students that most reference materials tend to be more expensive--give an example ||
 * 9. Identify genre in fiction ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Folktales and Legends || R 8.1.3 || R || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Legends of Native Americans or ethnic cultures...) ||
 * || * || Identify Realistic Fiction || R 8.1.3 || R || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Authors: Paulsen, Dueker, Brashares...) ||
 * || * || Identify Science Fiction || R 8.1.3 || D || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Authors: L'Engle, Paulsen (The Transall Saga), The Giver) ||
 * || * || Identify Historical Fiction || R 8.1.3 || D || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Fever 1793; Mississippi Trial, 1955; Soldier X, Soldier's Heart) ||
 * || * || Identify Mystery || R 8.1.3 || D || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Authors: Lois Duncan, Joan Lowry Nixon, Caroline Cooney and Nancy Drew & Hardy Boys) ||
 * || * || Identify Fantasy || R 8.1.3 || D || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Authors - J.K. Rowling, Christopher Paolini, Joan Aiken, C.S. Lewis, Garth Nix) ||
 * || * || Identify Tall Tales || R 8.1.3 || R || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Paul Bunyan) ||
 * || * || Identify Fairy Tales || R 8.1.3 || R || Show examples of retold fairy tales || (ex: East by Edith Pattou--retold Beauty and the Beast; Bound by Donna Napoli--retold Cinderella) ||
 * || * || Identify Fables || R 8.1.3 || R || Collaborate with English/Literature teacher to further develop curriculum selections || (ex: Aesop's Fables) ||
 * 10. Identify genre in non-fiction ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Biography || R 8.1.5 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Autobiography || R 8.1.5 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Informational Text || R 8.1.5 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Drama || R 8.1.5 || R ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Poetry || R 8.1.5 || M ||  ||   ||
 * 13. Identify varieties of information available at a library ||  ||   ||   ||   ||   ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Print (books, periodicals, etc) || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Online resources || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Videos (CD Roms) || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Miscellaneous (realia-hands on materials, etc) || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Print (books, periodicals, etc) || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Online resources || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Videos (CD Roms) || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||
 * || * || Identify Miscellaneous (realia-hands on materials, etc) || R 8.1.2 || D ||  ||   ||

19 Demonstrate skills in computer research
 * Demonstrate skills using browsers R12.1.2 D
 * Demonstrate skills using online research R12.1.2 D
 * Use search engines for info retrieval R12.1.2 D
 * Use boolean operators (logic) to narrow searches R12.1.2 I

25 Use information indexes/ guides, both print and online for assigned or self-selected topics
 * Location and use of index R 8.2.5 R
 * Skim and scan for information R 8.2.5 R
 * Guide words

28 Access information to process for assigned projects or self-selected topics
 * Need for information R 8.1.2 S 8.8.3 SS 8.4.2 R
 * Accurate information R 8.1.2 S 8.8.3 SS 8.4.2 R
 * Diverse information R 8.1.2 S 8.8.3 SS 8.4.2 R
 * Narrow or broaden information

STRAND #3: Evaluation 21 Retrieve appropriate research material and resources for an assigned or self-selected topic
 * Use general reference in print S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1M
 * Use electronic references S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1D
 * Use card catalog (cards or automated) S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1M
 * Define primary or secondary sources S 8.8.3 SS 8.6.1 I

23 Evaluate print and Internet resources
 * Determine appropriate print resources for research R 8.1.7 D
 * Locate reliable, accurate and valid Internet resources R 8.1.7 I

STRAND #4: Synthesis and Application 16 Skill #14 Use information for an assigned or self-selected topic
 * Utilize Note taking R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 R
 * Utilize Paraphrasing R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 M
 * Utilize Summarizing R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 M
 * Utilize Outlining/Organizing R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 D

26 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 R 8.1.1 R
 * Identify details R 8.1.1 D
 * Identify characters and setting R 8.1.1 R
 * Identify problem, solution, sequence of events R 8.1.1 D
 * Distinguish between fiction and non-fiction R 8.1.1 R
 * Retell beginning, middle and end R 8.1.1 R

6 Students become independent readers and self-directed, life-long learners
 * Choose books appropriate for their own interests, purposes and reading level. R 8.1.2 R

14 Recognize and locate Nebraska and national book awards and distinguish between criteria for selection 17 Select materials at an appropriate reading level
 * Identify criteria for award lists R 8.1.3 R
 * Identify various book awards R 8.1.3 R
 * Identify Nebraska award R 8.1.3 R
 * Identify new/unknown vocabulary R12.1.1 D
 * Read, then describe content of a brief selection R12.1.1 D
 * Identify kinds of reading to meet the student's needs R12.1.1 D

STRAND #6 Ethics/Respect for Information Resources 4 Students use expected library etiquette
 * Use proper care of library materials n/a R Discuss personal consequences for inappropriate use of materials and technology.
 * Show respect for other library users n/a R Discuss personal consequences for inappropriate behavior toward other library users.

5 Students demonstrate an understanding of the purpose, policies, and procedures of the library-media center.
 * Use proper book care n/a R Discuss personal consequences for inappropriate use of books.
 * Identifies or can explain check-in/check-out procedures n/a R Student can identify and demonstrate proper check-in/out procedures
 * Return library materials on time n/a R Discuss personal consequences for not returning/losing library materials.

18 Students use ethical behavior in regard to copyright and plagiarism (Demonstrate an understanding of principles of intellectual freedom and property rights.) http://www.readwritethink.org/lessons/lesson_view.asp?id=939"
 * Define plagiarism n/a D
 * Read and rewrite selection in own words n/a D
 * Covered in Strand 4, #16
 * Define copyright D Use a bibliographic template to collect citation information. Intermediate Reference Sheet (GILS p. 138)
 * Using more than one source to create a report D Student writes report and attains a Gaining Proficiency level on Rubric for Assessing the Research Process (GILS p 125)
 * Define Fair Use I "Survey (Agree or Disagree) of examples of situations concerning fair use.

27 Correctly use MLA/APA writing format
 * Write citations R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 I Group activity where teacher models creating MLA citations from a "Quick Reference Citation Sheet" (GILS p.139) and student practice for individual resources.
 * Work Cited/Bibliography R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 I Group activity where teacher models creating MLA bibliography followed by student practice on individual paper
 * Format paper correctly R 8.2.5 S 8.8.3 I Using a teacher-generated correctly formated paper, students use this example to correctly format a paper on their own topic. See example from [|http://www.wright.edu/~martin.]