Activity Overview
Another great way to engage your students is through the creation of storyboards that use vocabulary from The General History of Virginia. Here is a list of a few vocabulary words commonly taught with the narrative, and an example of a visual vocabulary board.
The General History of Virginia Vocabulary
- entreaty
- mollify
- pilfer
- peril
- recompense
- depose
- industry
- interim
- provision
- contend
Template and Class Instructions
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Student Instructions
Demonstrate your understanding of the vocabulary words in The General History of Virginia by creating visualizations.
- Choose three vocabulary words from the text and type them in the title boxes.
- Find the definition in a print or online dictionary.
- Write a sentence that uses the vocabulary word.
- Illustrate the meaning of the word in the cell using a combination of scenes, characters, and items.
- Alternatively, use Photos for Class to show the meaning of the words with the search bar.
Lesson Plan Reference
- [ELA-Literacy/SL/9-10/6] Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (See grades 9–10 Language standards 1 and 3 here for specific expectations.)
- [ELA-Literacy/L/9-10/3] Apply knowledge of language to understand how language functions in different contexts, to make effective choices for meaning or style, and to comprehend more fully when reading or listening
- [ELA-Literacy/L/9-10/5] Demonstrate understanding of figurative language, word relationships, and nuances in word meanings
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Word 1 - Sentence | Vocabulary word is used correctly in the example sentence in both meaning and context. | The meaning of the sentence can be understood, but the vocabulary word is used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | The vocabulary word is not used correctly in the example sentence. |
| Word 1 - Visualization | The storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
| Word 2 - Sentence | Vocabulary word is used correctly in the example sentence in both meaning and context. | The meaning of the sentence can be understood, but the vocabulary word is used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | The vocabulary word is not used correctly in the example sentence. |
| Word 2 - Visualization | The storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
| Word 3 - Sentence | Vocabulary word is used correctly in the example sentence in both meaning and context. | The meaning of the sentence can be understood, but the vocabulary word is used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | The vocabulary word is not used correctly in the example sentence. |
| Word 3 - Visualization | The storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
How To Teach Sentence Formation to ELA Students
Give an Easy Start
Begin the activity on easier terms and give students a head start by explaining concepts and working towards examples. Students can first learn by reading and engaging with more vocabulary words and later move towards forming the actual sentences.
Explain Structure and Grammar
Once the students are more familiar with the concept, explain the structure of the sentences and the use of grammar. Teachers can begin by explaining parts of speech, providing some vocabulary, and putting these things in a simple sentence structure. Break down the structure of the sentence visually and gradually put the terms together with the help of students.
Give Practice and Examples
In order to reinforce the concept, give students daily practice. Teachers can always help revise the concept by connecting it with other topics and subjects. Help the students learn by example and move from a simple to a more difficult level when students start to get a grasp of the activity and the concept.
Use Engaging Activities
Give students an activity where they have to match various parts of a sentence and put the phrases in order to make one complete sentence. This will help enhance their critical thinking skills and provide them with an interesting way to learn. Teachers can also introduce collaborative learning and ask students to work in pairs and work on various interesting activities.
Foster Creativity
To stimulate creativity, ask the students to use their phrases as a means of self-expression. Students will be able to give a better output as a result of this flexibility. Teachers can create a safe and healthy learning environment in class where students can learn on their own terms and discuss their perspectives with their fellow students.
Frequently Asked Questions About The General History of Virginia Visual Vocabulary
What are the general objectives of this activity?
The General History of Virginia's visual vocabulary is a collection of pictures or representations that stand in for important ideas, occasions, and topics. It aids students in comprehending and remembering historical material graphically. It can also enhance the vocabulary of the students and help them learn and remember new words in a much more engaging way.
How can students perform this activity and use a new way of studying?
By connecting images with certain themes, students may utilize the visual vocabulary activity to deepen their comprehension of historical events. It may be used as a study guide, for review, or to make timelines. Teachers can also use this activity for various other subjects and to teach complex concepts.
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