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__**Flickr Lesson Plan**__



 * Lesson Title:** "Fairy Tale Autobiographies"
 * Subject:** Writing
 * Grade:** 4-6
 * Standard:** 1.3.5.B. 1.3 Reading, Analyzing and Interpreting Literature: B. Compare the use of literary elements within and among texts including characters, setting, plot, theme and point of view.
 * Objective:** Students will be able to explore and analyze the elements of a fairy tale in order to create connections to their own life.


 * Materials:**
 * laptops
 * digital camera
 * fairy tale picture book examples
 * list of fairy tale characteristics to use as reference


 * Lesson:**
 * To activate student learning start by passing out two fairy tales to each student. Have the students read them together or the teacher reads aloud to them, and create a list of commonalities. Students will then share the commonalities they found with the class. Create a list on the white board to use as a reference while they begin their individual project. Have them take a picture of their book covers and the list of commonalities, as well as the class commonalities. Then pass out the [|fairy tale characteristic] (found on readwritethink) and have students create a list of a time in their life where they have experienced one of these characteristics. The students will need to select one idea (bullied, ostracized, weakness, loss of friend, loss of loved one, etc.). They need to either draw or locate a photograph of this event in their lives. Using the structure of a fairy tale, students write about this event in their life. (As part of their brainstorm, they can begin their creation using [|Story Map Interactive].) This can be typed using a multitude of applications or programs. Using a drawing tool, or photographs they will create the illustrations for each page of their picture book. The teacher will conference with students for progress and suggestions. After conferencing with the teacher, the students will upload all drawings and pictures to [|Flickr]. Once books are published, have students practice using their Flickr slideshow so that it coincides with each step of the process. Also, students will need to make sure that their pictures or illustrations match up with each page of their book. Once their slideshow is complete, each student will present their fairy tale autobiography to the class.**

Students will reflect on their experience with the lesson by participating in a group discussion lead by the teacher. Example questions might be:
 * Self Reflection:**
 * What was one thing you struggled with during the lesson?
 * How easy was it to use the Flickr software?
 * If other classes attempt the same project, what are some suggestions you could give them in order for their project to be successful?
 * What was your favorite part of the lesson activities? Why?

Each child will be assessed using the [|Fairy Tale Rubric] found on readwritethink.org
 * Assessment:**

Using flickr images the students can create a comic strip to illustrate their autobiographical story. This [|site] is based on using flickr images for creation.
 * Extension:**

readwritethink.org http://www.pimpampum.net/bubblr/
 * Resources:**