What a great thing it is to develop a a love of reading, and then help students discover how to use analytical skills, writing abilities, and, even creative illustrating so they become adept and appreciative readers AND writers.
A great example of this for Father Allouez Catholic Students was a recent project that Mrs. Zedler’s 4th Grade Class enjoyed. Her 4th Graders had the choice of reading either “Holes” by Louis Sachar or “Matilda” by Roald Dahl. They were then tasked with doing a One Page Project. As Mrs. Zedler explains, “A One Page Project for a novel study is a creative assignment where students showcase their understanding of a book on a single page. It combines written analysis with visual elements to summarize key themes, characters, and literary devices in a concise and engaging way. Students might include quotes, symbols, drawings, and personal reflections to demonstrate comprehension and creativity. The goal is to capture the essence of the novel in a visually appealing and thought-provoking format.” These are the kinds of teaching strategies and learning fulfillment that our students are blessed with each day, week, and year at Father Allouez!
