Rachel Lee Elementary Practicum LIBRARY LESSON PLAN Origami (05/14/12, 05/15/12, 05/16/12)

Syracuse University MSLS-SM

Performance Objectives: Students will recall what origami is and its origins. Students will learn how paper can be used in origami to make different products. Students will follow instructions to create origami pieces. Location:LeMoyne Elementary School 1528 LeMoyne Avenue Syracuse, NY 13208 Required Time: about 30 minutes Grade Level: Kindergarten 5th grade Required Resources/Materials: 4.5 x 4.5 square pieces of construction paper (about 2-3 pieces per student. Kindergarten 2nd grade will probably only use 1-2 pieces.) BeeBop (Boohbah toy) Brain Exercise PowerPoint Lesson Content: Students will recall what they learned last week about paper and origami. This will be an adequate segue for them to practice how to make a finger puppet (kindergarten and first graders) or Japanese paper crane (second fifth graders). Other models may be created depending on how much time is available. Students will be able to physically take away something by learning how to create an object out of a square piece of paper. Instructional Procedures: Direct students to sit quietly at the tables. Kindergartners third graders will be asked to make observations on the library tree. Brain exercise for the third fifth graders: This coat can come in many different colors,
but it does not have zippers, buttons, or pockets. How is this possible? It's a coat of paint.

Students will be lead into a brief recap of what they remembered learning about last week (paper and origami). BeeBop (Boohbah toy) will be turned on for a quick stretch. Using PowerPoint as a visual aid, students will learn how to fold a Japanese paper crane. They will be reminded about what it represents and its importance in the Japanese culture. (Note: Kindergartners and first graders will learn how to make a bunny, puppy, or bear finger puppet.) Oral checks in addition to walking around and visual checks will be made to ensure that all students understand each step.

Rachel Lee Elementary Practicum

Syracuse University MSLS-SM

Students are encouraged to raise their hand if they have any questions or do not understand a step. If there is a substantial amount of time (at least 10-15 minutes), students can start creating another origami model. Depending on how much time is available, they will also have an opportunity to choose a book and reading buddy before lining up and returning to class.

Important Notes: Some of these students will have varying levels of comprehension of material. This project is also hands-on and many students will need extra assistance. AASL Standards: 1.1.2: Use prior and background knowledge as context for new learning. 2.2.4 Demonstrate personal productivity by completing products to express learning. 4.1.8 Use creative and artistic formats to express personal learning. Assessment: By asking questions during or after the process of creating each origami piece, I will be able to determine whether or not students comprehend the instructions. The LMS will be observing me and I will ask for feedback after the completion of the lesson. Based on feedback from students reactions and the LMS, I will be able to adjust the lesson and models accordingly.