Song for a Whale Activities, 16 Research Projects, PBL, Rubrics, Novel Study
Song for a Whale Activities, 16 Research Projects, PBL, Rubrics, Novel Study
Want a more hands-on approach to teaching novels than just traditional reading comprehension questions? Do you want your students truly engaged in their novel studies? If both answers are yes, you are at the right place!
Enhance your literature curriculum with our dynamic project-based learning unit for "Song for a Whale" by Lynne Kelly. This novel, perfect for upper elementary to middle school students, weaves a touching narrative filled with scientific exploration and emotional resilience.
Our comprehensive unit features 16 activities and projects designed to captivate all types of learners. From crafting a whale research infographic and exploring the Alaskan setting to delving into the intricacies of whale communication and creating a crystal radio, each project encourages hands-on engagement and deeper understanding.
Your students will be inspired to connect with the novel’s themes through creative assignments such as writing a lyrical song, composing a whale song, and exploring ASL and Deaf culture.
Dive into this enriching educational experience and bring "Song for a Whale" to life in your classroom!
Project-Based Learning Unit Includes:
1. Whale Research Infographic Project with Rubric
2. Iris’s Journal with Quick-Grade Rubric
3. Iris & Blue-55 Connections Activity
4. Alaska Setting Exploration Project with Rubric
5. Nonfiction Articles:
- How Do Whales Communicate?
- Whale Songs and Hertz
- World’s Loneliest Whale Inspires Novel (Article Written by Lynne Kelly)
- All About the Real Whale, Blue-52
6. JIGSAW Collaborative Group Project (Goes with Nonfiction Articles)
7. Nonfiction Article Summary Comic Strip (Goes with Nonfiction Articles)
8. Newspaper Writing Article Project - Summary of Novel with Rubric
9. Write a Lyrical Song Mini Project
10. Write a Whale Song Musical Composition Mini Project
11. Newspaper Writing Article Research Project - Whale Conservation with Rubric
12. Create a Whale Art Project & Whale Mini Report with Quick-Grade Rubric
13. Create a Crystal Radio STEM Project
14. Book Review using ASL Mini Project
15. ASL & Deaf Culture Awareness Nonfiction Article and Deaf Awareness Poster Project with Quick-Grade Rubric
16. History of Radios Presentation Project with Rubric
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