Suggested lesson plan for
"Camp kids get preview of new planetarium"
Readability: About sixth grade
Possible hard words:
Proper names: Robert Scobee, Will Rimel, Kristen Bengston,
Jennifer Gaither, James S. McDonnell Planetarium, Boeing Space
Station, Whitfield School, Crestview Middle School, Hixon
Middle School, Webster Groves, Parkway District
Other words: remodeling, astronauts, architect, biotechnology,
volunteer, constellations, psychologist, cellist
BEFORE READING: Have the young reader read the names and
words from the list. If the child misses no more than three,
suggest that he or she read the article silently. If four
to seven words are missed, ask the reader to read the article
aloud to you. If eight or more cause difficulty, you offer
to read the article aloud to the young reader. Indicate that
questions will be asked afterward.
DURING READING: Offer to help with any words causing a problem
if asked by the child reading silently. For the child reading
aloud, supply troublesome words when needed to keep the reading
fluent. If you read aloud, model expressive and smooth oral
reading.
AFTER READING: Use questions such as the following to stimulate
discussion and check for understanding.
- Why did the kids get a sneak preview of the new planetarium?
- Describe the three levels of the remodeled planetarium?
- What do you think your favorite exhibit would be at the
planetarium?
- Are you interested in astronomy and space travel? Why
or why not?
