1: I found a fun WebQuest entitled Fairy Tale Characters which is great for an early education classroom such as a 1st or 2nd grade classroom. It combines crucial literary skills, listening skills, and the ability for a student to express their opinions in an exciting way. I really like this idea because it is a fun activity that everyone can explore together and use their creativity to develop their own opinion. The lesson begins with students listening to a story being read aloud and the story is told in two different versions. The students are meant to focus on the plot, the characters, and plot. After the completion of the readings students are asked to create a writing piece about their favorite characters and a supporting drawing as well.
http://questgarden.com/203/48/4/190805152537/t-learners.htm
2: The next exciting WebQuest that I selected requires reading the book Five Senses by Aliki and encourages listening skills, retaining information, and teaches about the human body’s different senses. The lesson is geared towards students in K-2 classrooms. After the completion of the story students will be asked create posters that show the five senses in everyday life. Once the students complete their posters they will share them with the classroom. I think this is a great idea the includes individual expression and communicating skills as the students sharing their work and ideas with each other.
http://questgarden.com/200/27/8/180924162825/conclusion.htm
3: The final WebQuest I chose is called Let’s Plan A Vacation and it is aimed at students in second grade. This vacation planning lesson includes budgeting, money counting, creativity, and exploring the differences between wants and needs. I love this idea that the students are given a budget to create their dream vacation and have to put it all together while staying within the restrictions.
http://questgarden.com/76/69/5/090221170615/process.htm
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