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Lego Man in Space

I was introduced to the book Lego Man in Space by a fellow teacher.
 It is about 2 boys who figure out a way to get a lego into space--- and SUCCEED.  The book walks students through their process, materials, etc.  The best part is after you read the book you can watch the YouTube link of a news article done on them and the actual footage they captured from space. 


 If I have your attention--- imagine your students- especially with the new Lego movie out.  :) 

After we read the book, students took part in a book pass, to find a topic about space for a mini research project.  I had my librarian gather as many books as she had about space and planets and they moved in rotations around the room with their notebooks to browse the books and explore topics they were interested in.  

The next day I did a mini-lesson on non-fiction features-- heading, topic, sub topic, details, captions, bullet points, lists, etc.  From their list, they chose a topic.  With their writers notebook they gathered the book that closely addressed their topic and took a spot in the room to read and took notes. Once they reached a stopping point (i.e. getting up, asking me questions) I had them share their notes with a partner.    


During out literacy block during purposeful practice I gave students a sheet I had made to include their facts about their topic and decorate a Lego graphic however the spirit led them.  I love seeing what they create when they have the freedom to do so.  They definitely did not disappoint!  


9 comments:

  1. I do not teach reading but I WILL be finding a way to use this project. It is cute!!!

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    Emerald

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    Emerald

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  3. This is amazing! Space is one of my favorite units to do with my minders and this will be a great hook!
    Mrs. Spriggs’ Kindergarten Pond

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    1. My kids were thrilled with it and when they are thrilled our job is easy! It can be used as a springboard for so many integrative activities. I hope you enjoy it!!!

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  4. You are so crafty <3 Hope you are having fun on all of your adventures!
    xo
    Kickin' it in Kindergarten

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    1. Just want to be like you one day and just start our own school to be masters of our domain!!! :)

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  5. What a great book! Love how you used it in your classroom!

    Tara
    Tara
    The Math Maniac

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  6. I have put this on my list for purchase this summer! My kids love anything Lego, and the premise of the story sounds great! Thanks for sharing your kids' wonderful creations and the idea to use with the book... Just found your blog today...

    Smiles,
    Sarah

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