FL Fictions Workshop Overview Science is finally on the FCAT; social studies isn't yet, but both topics are vitally important to each student's education. How do teachers squeeze science, history, and environmental topics into an already crowded curriculum? Fictional books set in Florida are the answer! These books can introduce students to the habitats, wildlife, cultures, and environmental issues throughout the state. Planning a unit on mangrove habitats? Reading Florida books that take place within the mangroves - like Freedom River or Manatee Blues - would be a great introduction. Or perhaps Fire Ecology is your focus. A Land Remembered or The Talking Earth would provide a great introduction. But how can teachers pinpoint these scattered resources? Help is on the way! This workshop integrates science and social studies with language arts through Florida fictions. Participants receive a hardcopy partial Teacher Resource Guide to used during the workshop and keep for use in their classrooms. They can also purchase a discounted FULL Teacher Resource Guide on CD, including student activity booklets, a cross-referenced book index, and FCAT-friendly support materials. During the workshop, teachers learn to integrate the Resource Guide into their curriculum by visiting hands-on stations where they try fun, book-related activities they can use in their classrooms. After exploring the stations, they'll compete at FL Fictions Jeopardy, building familiarity with books that highlight their region and interests. Great for classroom and non-traditional educators! (1.5 - 3 hours) |
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