Diversity in Middle Schools

Essential Question

How can I describe and compare my group identities with those of other people?
How can I describe and compare my group identities with those of other people?
How can I describe ways people are different from me?

Teaching Strategies

Word Work

Concept Sort

A concept sort is a comprehension strategy in which students sort new vocabulary into categories.

Grade Level

3-5

CCSS

L.3-5.4, L.3-5.5, L.3-5.6

July 19, 2014

Word Work

Four-Fold Vocabulary

Interactive “foldables” help students learn new vocabulary through defining, illustrating and using words in sentences.

Grade Level

3-5

CCSS

L.3-5.4, L.3-5.6

July 19, 2014

Word Work

Meet New Vocabulary

Meet New Vocabulary uses a graphic organizer to help students acquire new vocabulary while reading. This strategy is most effective when teaching challenging, domain-specific words (Tier Three).

Grade Level

3-5

CCSS

RL.3-5.4, RI.3-5.4, RF.3-5.4, L.3-5.4, L.3-5.6

July 19, 2014

Student Tasks

Do Something

Artistic Expression Showcase

Students produce original art (visual art, music, drama or poetry) that conveys an anti-bias or social justice message. Students then plan a public showcase of their work.

Grade Level

3-5

July 13, 2014

Do Something

Identity Portraits

Students interview one another, then draw or paint portraits containing symbols that represent the subject’s identity, beliefs, values or areas of interest.

Grade Level

3-5

July 13, 2014

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Diversity in Middle Schools

Concept Sort

Four-Fold Vocabulary

Meet New Vocabulary

Artistic Expression Showcase

Identity Portraits

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