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Used video to engage students in topic, asked students to jot words or pictures related to topic

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Using money to teach math concepts and language connects with students prior knowledge and extends it through use of language

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Using money to teach math concepts and language connects with students prior knowledge and extends it through use of language

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The teacher reviewed jungle animals with the students. They named animals as they added them to a chart. If they didn't know the animal name, they could ask a friend.

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and write strategy for math problem solving

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students watched a video of the Olympics then read about it and discussed connections

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teacher took the time to ask students a vocab word, then asked for the word in spanish and then asked one kid to model the word with an action for the group to then follow

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teacher took the time to ask students a vocab word, then asked for the word in spanish and then asked one kid to model the word with an action for the group to then follow

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consistently asking questions that refer back to previous learned knowledge. Each lesson builds on the previous days skills

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Using familiar places (the classroom, house) and objects (pen, book, chair) ti introduce vocabulary to level 1 students.

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The teacher asked students in a reading about this week's topic (animals) to identify sentences as facts + opinions and pros + cons, which were topics learned the week before.

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The teacher reviewed what the students had learned previously. She repeated vocabulary. 

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The teacher reviewed what the students had learned previously. She repeated vocabulary. 

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using a video resource  prior to group discussion questions

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Teacher did a picture walk with the students before reading a book about animals so that students could share what they already knew about an animal on each page.

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Teacher put a picture of a snake on the board and then the teacher asked what the students remembered about the day before.

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The teacher reviewed the math strategy Read-Draw-Write and asked the students what each one meant when solving a math problem 

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The teacher reviewed the math strategy Read-Draw-Write and asked the students what each one meant when solving a math problem 

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teacher reviewed the thematic concepts learned the previous weeks and began to connect them to the new concept this week

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teacher reviewed the thematic concepts learned the previous weeks and began to connect them to the new concept this week

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Used a video to review styles of dance

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A video was shown to build background knowledge on the Olympics, its history, etc

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A video was shown to build background knowledge on the Olympics, its history, etc

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The teacher read a book about jungle animals and reviewed vocabulary that was content specific.

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students watched a video of multiplication table strategies 

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students watched a video of multiplication table strategies 

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Teacher asked students what they remember from prior lesson / discussion

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students are writing short stories. Teacher referenced model text to support understanding of character and setting

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students were asked to give examples of characters, settings, and topics. Then they were given each one to start to create a story through Free Write

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Students reviewed a story about habitats, which built upon them having the zoo animals visit the school 

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Students reviewed a story about habitats, which built upon them having the zoo animals visit the school 

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Using physical money to show how value occurs.

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Explicit vocabulary instruction prior to reading story. Utilized definitions, sentence examples, pictures, and synonyms to support the learning of new vocabulary.

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Explicit vocabulary instruction prior to reading story. Utilized definitions, sentence examples, pictures, and synonyms to support the learning of new vocabulary.

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Video was shown about jungle animals at the beginning of the activity

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Began today's learning by reviewing what was done yesterday, which also helped students who were absent yesterday

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Began today's learning by reviewing what was done yesterday, which also helped students who were absent yesterday

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Teacher used classroom objects with handout to teach vocabulary

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Teacher used classroom objects with handout to teach vocabulary

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Teacher reviewed strategy from previous class. 

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Teacher reviewed strategy from previous class. 

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Cognates??

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used pictures to review characteristics of a giraffe

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Asked students to tell what they learned the previous day about the rainforest

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Asked students to tell what they learned the previous day about the rainforest

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The teacher activated prior knowledge ib Q & A based on yesterdays lesson- if the students were unclear of the answer she gave them time to turn and talk to their partner. 

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The teacher activated prior knowledge ib Q & A based on yesterdays lesson- if the students were unclear of the answer she gave them time to turn and talk to their partner. 

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infusing new vocabulary with visual and gestural supports

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infusing new vocabulary with visual and gestural supports

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Vocabulary

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Teacher read a book about animals and asked who knew 

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Teacher read a book about animals and asked who knew 

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The teacher asked specific questions about images related to the Olympics and what they know about those sports. This was a great set up for the close reading.

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The teacher asked specific questions about images related to the Olympics and what they know about those sports. This was a great set up for the close reading.

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using money and talking about things they could buy
created word wall with coin names and values

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Teacher reviewed book and vocab from yesterday's lesson

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Teacher reviewed book and vocab from yesterday's lesson

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The teacher used the students knowledge of animals by using pictures to help them identify each animal and then had them spell out the name of each animal.

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The teacher showed photos of desert animals and had them repeat their names after her.

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using an image and having students do "i notice" with what they see and they could add what words they might know in connection to the picture

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using an image and having students do "i notice" with what they see and they could add what words they might know in connection to the picture

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students talked with others to brainstorm ideas

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Introduced new vocabulary using visual cues on a worksheet. In addition, the teacher said the word out loud, then she asked students to repeat the word chorally (in a group). 

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Introduced new vocabulary using visual cues on a worksheet. In addition, the teacher said the word out loud, then she asked students to repeat the word chorally (in a group). 

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One activity asked the kids to discuss how we could use old electronic devices.  This was after they read about the use of recycled materials to make the Olympic medals.

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The teacher used links to videos for students to see the animals in the upcoming unit

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The teacher used links to videos for students to see the animals in the upcoming unit

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Math class began with common items students and families would purchase regularly - coffee, vegetables, the the coins and dollars they would use to make these purchases. 

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Math class began with common items students and families would purchase regularly - coffee, vegetables, the the coins and dollars they would use to make these purchases. 

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Lots of opportunities for kids to look at visuals and use visuals to aid in their communication of ideas!

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Lots of opportunities for kids to look at visuals and use visuals to aid in their communication of ideas!

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I observed a teacher reviewing the content of an article and also modeling the multiple choice answers to questions with students

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I observed a teacher reviewing the content of an article and also modeling the multiple choice answers to questions with students

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Teacher and students talked and looked at photographs of known animals in different biomes then introduced, sorted and classified new animals.

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Teacher and students talked and looked at photographs of known animals in different biomes then introduced, sorted and classified new animals.

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Showed a video on the Olympics and all of the work it takes a country to host it.

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Showed a video on the Olympics and all of the work it takes a country to host it.

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Feeding off of each others ideas as they brainstormed concepts for character, setting, and topics

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The teacher built background by showing pictures of the animals the students were going to see in the story they read.

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The teacher built background by showing pictures of the animals the students were going to see in the story they read.

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sentence starters written directly on desk

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Supplemental computer lessons were designed specifically for ELLs (imagine learning)

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Supplemental computer lessons were designed specifically for ELLs (imagine learning)

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teacher reviewed Read, Draw, and Write strategy for math problem solving

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teacher reviewed Read, Draw, and Write strategy for math problem solving

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Teacher utilized vocab flashcards students created at the beginning of the unit while they were reading aloud.

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introduced vocabulary today while reading a book

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Teacher made real world connections to targeted vocab, they also utilized various visuals and index cards creating multiple entry points for students to interact with vocab.

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The teacher used pictures of familiar objects in the classroom and at home to APK

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The teacher used pictures of familiar objects in the classroom and at home to APK

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Review topics/focus from yesterday before building upon new related concepts 

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Review topics/focus from yesterday before building upon new related concepts 

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Teacher used manipulatives with pictures

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Teacher used manipulatives with pictures

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Teacher used visual cards to introduce and practice vocabulary

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opportunities to talk before writing

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Students could come up with their own ideas for character, setting, and topic. Lots of great examples were given.

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Sentence starter given to support students in responding to journal prompt

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Sentence starter given to support students in responding to journal prompt

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Reviewed vocabulary using pictures and words (labels)

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Reviewed vocabulary using pictures and words (labels)

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Teacher brought the whole group together for a debrief. What new information did you learn about the Olympics from this activity?

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Teacher brought the whole group together for a debrief. What new information did you learn about the Olympics from this activity?

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today a short paragraph was shared with additional information continuing on yesterdays lesson all about snakes- a video was shared inclusive of all concepts and academic vocabulary reviewed in the two days. 

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today a short paragraph was shared with additional information continuing on yesterdays lesson all about snakes- a video was shared inclusive of all concepts and academic vocabulary reviewed in the two days. 

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pictures of jungle animals with names below.  Students picked an animal, read the name, spelled the name, then students added the picture to the jungle animals chart

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pictures of jungle animals with names below.  Students picked an animal, read the name, spelled the name, then students added the picture to the jungle animals chart

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introducing vocabulary with visual images and vocabulary that can be written whole group to accompany a picture

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introducing vocabulary with visual images and vocabulary that can be written whole group to accompany a picture

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The sight word book about the word THE also had tons of vocabulary about gardens, students were able to connect to school/community garden directly outside the windows

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The sight word book about the word THE also had tons of vocabulary about gardens, students were able to connect to school/community garden directly outside the windows

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Students were given handouts with simple, easy to read words - characters, setting, topic on bold/brightly colored paper (contrast) - read and discussed with the teacher for understanding

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teacher did a math problem whole class using Read, Draw and write.  She asked many questions for each step.

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teacher did a math problem whole class using Read, Draw and write.  She asked many questions for each step.

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The teacher used students' prior knowledge of the setting of the story to help them figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Teacher started off with reviewing the past lesson to make the connection between what they have done already and what they are going to do during todays lesson

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Teacher had key sentence starters for students to fill in information they researched for their animal

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Teacher had key sentence starters for students to fill in information they researched for their animal

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The teacher used the board in the class to write and draw representations for the different coins and dollar bills used in U.S. currency. Once student's reviewed the images and saw how each coin and bill was written and spelled out,  they were able to complete their worksheet.

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Compared rainforest canopy to the roof of a building, referred to pictures of animals that live in the rainforest when speaking about them

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Compared rainforest canopy to the roof of a building, referred to pictures of animals that live in the rainforest when speaking about them

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book was projected on a screen so all students could clearly see the pictures

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Visuals and videos

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teacher used pictures, object, and setting/surroundings to make connections to new vocabulary.

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utilized a video of the Olympics to establish background on what they would be discussing

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utilized a video of the Olympics to establish background on what they would be discussing

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talking about various jungle animals and difference between wild vs domesticated animals

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talking about various jungle animals and difference between wild vs domesticated animals

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Facilitator used images - words, and numerals to increase understanding among all students. Also - written - physical examples - and spoken.

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Facilitator used images - words, and numerals to increase understanding among all students. Also - written - physical examples - and spoken.

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The teacher reminded students of the vocabulary they learned from the previous day and reminded students of SEL terms. The teacher then spoke to students about their feelings and first impressions of American schools. The vocab review helped the students organize their thoughts.

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teacher modeled the use of story elements reinforcing vocab and concepts providing examples and allowing students to think pair
share their ideas

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The teacher read a story about jungle animals to start the day.

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after reviewing previously learned concepts, students were shown a video and photographs  to aid in their comprehension

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after reviewing previously learned concepts, students were shown a video and photographs  to aid in their comprehension

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The teacher used slow speech, and repeated words, and used visuals.

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The teacher used slow speech, and repeated words, and used visuals.

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Vocabulary was introduced with pictures and labels, later students went further with definitions matched to new vocab

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Students read a short piece of information after a video was shown that was tied to a question.  Then the whole group was brought together to share.

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Students read a short piece of information after a video was shown that was tied to a question.  Then the whole group was brought together to share.

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Teacher wrote examples on board on chart paper