Window Activity

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Window Activity

• Reading Comprehension Writing in Content Areas

Presenter John McCarthy mccartj_at_resa.net (734)
334-1440
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Steps

• Introduce Review the Topic or Event
• Closed Window
• Open Window
• Outside the Window

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Introduce Review

• Read this article about the Boston Tea Party
• www.bostonteapartyship.com/History.htm

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Closed Window
You stand in an and empty room. The only light
comes from a picture window. Walk to the window
and describe what you see. Use descriptive
language.
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From the Boston Tea Party Ship Museum -
www.bostonteapartyship.com/
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Open Window
You open the window and a breeze and sounds
enters the room. Describe the scene based on what
you hear and feel.
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From the Boston Tea Party Ship Museum -
www.bostonteapartyship.com/
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Outside of the Window
Climb outside and become a part of the picture.
Describe the scene as a participant, including
the mood. Use 3-5 different senses.
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From the Boston Tea Party Ship Museum -
www.bostonteapartyship.com/