Introduction
INTRODUCTION
Author's become famous for their talented writing and their vivid imaginations. Many of us have favorite books but we don't know much about the author behind the beloved story. This webquest is an adventure into the life of Arnold Lobel, the author of Frog and Toad books! Arnold Lobel is an author who has brought joy to many children and adults with his books. Let's take an adventure to find out more about this great author of children's books.
Task
TASK
You will use resources from the Internet to research Arnold Lobel. Write about your favorite book by him and give a written and an oral summary of the story.
*Biographical information.
*Brief description of the author.
*List of books by the author.
*Choose your favorite book.
Process
PROCESS
Let's begin our adventure! Research the internet at the websites listed to find the information indicated for Arnold Lobel.
1. Go to website about Arnold Lobel at http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/contributor/arnold-lobel. Find biographical information about the author and make a list.
2. Go to website about Arnold Lobel at http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/contributor/arnold-lobel. Write a brief description about the author.
3. Research the Internet at http://www.iblist.com/author7123.htm. Make a list of books written by the author.
4. Choose your favorite book from the list of books by Arnold Lobel. Write a summary of the book. In your summary, name the characters, setting, main idea, and important details. The summary should be in correct sequence with a beginning, middle, and end.
Evaluation
EVALUATION
You will be evaluated on your written and oral summaries.
Conclusion
CONCLUSION
You have completed your adventure. You are now an expert on the author, Arnold Lobel.
Credits
Teacher Page
English Stands of Learning for Virginia Public Schools
Grade 2
Reading 2.8 The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of fictional
texts.
e) Describe characters, setting, and important events in fiction
poetry.
g) Identify the main idea.
h) Summarize stories and events with beginning, middle, and
end in the correct sequence.
2.10 The student will demonstrate comprehension of information in
reference materials.
d) Use online resources
Writing 2.12 The student will write stories, letters, and simple explanations.
b) Organize writing to include a beginning, middle, and end
for narrative and expository writing.
Designed by
Tina Fuller
Virginia Intermont College
Email: tinafuller@vic.edu