Using pre-reading activities and building schema is huge when working with ELL's. I agree that using nonfiction is good because it is so concrete. Drawing and lots and lots of conversation are key. Sue In a message dated 7/11/2008 2:04:13 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Engaging 5th and 6th grade ELL boys requires meeting them where they are at! Use non - fiction areas of interest and have them produce their comprehension in different ways such as drawing their visualizations, interactive notetaking, constructing things - be creative! GRAPHIC NOVELS are the best and they will love them! Just a few tips from an ESL teacher who teaches grade 5 and 6 ELL's. Donna ESL teacher _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. **************Get the scoop on last night's hottest shows and the live music scene in your area - Check out TourTracker.com! (http://www.tourtracker.com?NCID=aolmus00050000000112) _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
