Details
Pages
13 Pages
Subject
ELA, Reading & Literacy
Languages
English
Product
Digital
Grade
6th, 7th, 8th
Resource Type
Activities, Games
Standard
Common Core English Language Arts Standards
Description
Kick off the school year with our Literary Genres Scavenger Hunt! This hands-on activity is the perfect jumping off point to start independent reading with your class. Students will explore and identify various literary genres through short reading passages and answering questions to uncover a mystery word and discover the 4-digit code. From mystery to science fiction, and fantasy to nonfiction, students will navigate through clues that highlight the defining features of multiple genres. Embrace this adventure with your students to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the diverse world of literature and get them excited about reading!
What's Included:
10 Short Reading Passages: Each passage focuses on one particular aspect of the overall topic
10 Code Word Questions: Students answer questions from the readings to discover the code word they will write on their answer sheet.
Student Recording Sheet: Keeps track of progress and answers, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
Teacher Directions/Suggestions: Ideas to help you get the most out of the scavenger hunt. Easy-to-follow instructions to set up and use the scavenger hunt.
Answer Key: For quick and easy reference to facilitate discussion and verify answers.
Bookmark Reward: A set of bookmarks has been included with this resource that can be used as a student reward for completing the challenge.
How It Works:
Students start at any reading card which you've posted around the room. Each card contains a short passage followed by a question that when answered reveals a code word. This code word then directs students to the next card in a sequence unknown to them, requiring multiple interactions with the text to decode the mystery. Students can start at any card which allows your entire class to hunting at the same time. The challenge culminates in deciphering a final mystery word and 4-digit code, promoting critical thinking and retention of information.
Why It's Effective:
Multiple Interactions with Text: Students engage with the reading material several times, improving comprehension and retention.
Easy Prep and Setup: Hand the reading cards around the room and print out student recording sheet for each student or group
Collaborative or Individual Task: Suitable for pair work or solo adventures, accommodating different learning styles and classroom dynamics.
Encourages Friendly Competition: A race to solve the mystery energizes the classroom and heightens engagement. It doesn't have to be a competition but competition can add a little extra bit of fun to the task.
Ideal for Introduction or Review:
While perfectly suited for introducing new units, this scavenger hunt can also serve as a light-hearted review, refreshing students' knowledge in an interactive manner.
©MiddleSchoolCafé Please note: this resource is for use by one teacher only. If you wish to share this resource with other teachers you will need to purchase an additional license for each teacher or they may purchase the resource with their own account. May this resource help engage each of your students in the learning process.
What's Included:
10 Short Reading Passages: Each passage focuses on one particular aspect of the overall topic
10 Code Word Questions: Students answer questions from the readings to discover the code word they will write on their answer sheet.
Student Recording Sheet: Keeps track of progress and answers, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
Teacher Directions/Suggestions: Ideas to help you get the most out of the scavenger hunt. Easy-to-follow instructions to set up and use the scavenger hunt.
Answer Key: For quick and easy reference to facilitate discussion and verify answers.
Bookmark Reward: A set of bookmarks has been included with this resource that can be used as a student reward for completing the challenge.
How It Works:
Students start at any reading card which you've posted around the room. Each card contains a short passage followed by a question that when answered reveals a code word. This code word then directs students to the next card in a sequence unknown to them, requiring multiple interactions with the text to decode the mystery. Students can start at any card which allows your entire class to hunting at the same time. The challenge culminates in deciphering a final mystery word and 4-digit code, promoting critical thinking and retention of information.
Why It's Effective:
Multiple Interactions with Text: Students engage with the reading material several times, improving comprehension and retention.
Easy Prep and Setup: Hand the reading cards around the room and print out student recording sheet for each student or group
Collaborative or Individual Task: Suitable for pair work or solo adventures, accommodating different learning styles and classroom dynamics.
Encourages Friendly Competition: A race to solve the mystery energizes the classroom and heightens engagement. It doesn't have to be a competition but competition can add a little extra bit of fun to the task.
Ideal for Introduction or Review:
While perfectly suited for introducing new units, this scavenger hunt can also serve as a light-hearted review, refreshing students' knowledge in an interactive manner.
©MiddleSchoolCafé Please note: this resource is for use by one teacher only. If you wish to share this resource with other teachers you will need to purchase an additional license for each teacher or they may purchase the resource with their own account. May this resource help engage each of your students in the learning process.
Kick off the school year with our Literary Genres Scavenger Hunt! This hands-on activity is the perfect jumping off point to start independent reading with your class. Students will explore and identify various literary genres through short reading passages and... more
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