The Very Hungry Caterpillar Comprehension Activity

Name:  Emily Rodriguez                                   

Grade Level: Kindergarten

NGSSS:

Benchmark LA.K.1.7.1: The student will make predictions about text content using pictures, background knowledge, and text features (e.g., title, sub-heading, captions, illustrations);

Learner Objectives: The student will brainstorm a list of prereading questions based on predictions made about The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle.

a.       Lesson Activity:

1.      Students will individually make predictions about the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar based on the front cover, background knowledge, and the title.

2.      Students will then individually brainstorm a list of questions based on the predictions they made.

b.      Assessment: As students are brainstorming, I will go around the classroom and stamp for completion.

I.                   ESE and ESOL Strategies/Accommodations: For ESOL and ESE students, I will allow more time to work on their lists. If appropriate, this activity could be done in groups.