We have been working on procedural reading and writing in class recently. We have learned through mini-lessons that when you read a procedure, you read it much differently than a fiction or chapter book. We have discussed that when you read a How-To you: read slowly, reread, self-talk, do a step at a time, check pictures, and read a section at a time. We gave this a try in creating a simple origami dog today. The students learned the importance of all of these strategies while they were creating their dog. This activity was a fabulous way for them to understand the importance of reading carefully and following exactly what the directions tell them. Below are a few links if you'd like to create other origami! The children LOVED making their dogs today and this is great practice for their reading skills. Enjoy!
Origami for Kids
Origami with video instructions
Origami for Kids
Origami with video instructions
