1. Big Book WebQues t Submitted by Carrie Jo Snyder Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School Kindergarten Big Book Literacy Center

2. Inde x  Introduction Introduction  Task Task  Process Process  Evaluation Evaluation  Conclusion Conclusion  Credits/Citation s Credits/Citation s  Teacher Page Teacher Page Note: if this is your kindergartener’s first WebQuest, teacher guided instruction may be necessary.

3. Introductio n During the Big Book Literacy Center, students will;  determine the frequency of a predetermined word(s) on an index card(s).  use their selected special word in a sentence.  indicate their favorite page in the big book story by writing their name on a post-it and sticking it on that page.  complete the included template Main goals of the Webquest are to;  enhance student word recognition skills  encourage collaborative work environments  foster mutual respect for self, others, and school materials  practice following directions  reinforce appropriate communication skills (Ready to move on? Click the blue circle. Select next title from “Index” slide.)

4. a. Look at the “Process” slide.Process b. Complete numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 on the “Process” slide. c. Highlight each step on the “Process” slide after it is complete. d. For number 5, open the pencil and print the paper. Task

5. Proces s 1. Select your favorite special word as a group. 2. Read the big book at your center together, touching each word with a pointer. 3. Every time you see your special word, place a chip in the counter jar. 4. Post-it your favorite page in the story. 5. Click the pencil and print the activity page. Back to “Task” slideTask

6. Evaluatio n Rubric with scoring guide (click on the image below)

7. Conclusio n ★ Have your checked your work? ★ Did you remember to write your name? ★ Is the Big Book Center clean? ★ Did you turn in all work to your teacher? ★ You worked so hard today! Fantastic job! ★

8. Credits/Citati ons Images acquired from; CAES logo Pencil Paper Index Cards Pointers Counting Chips Empty Jar Post-its Children Mouse Arrow WebQuest Inspired by accessing; Questgarden.com Programs/Software utilized during WebQuest creation are; Microsoft Word Microsoft PowerPoint Internet Explorer Windows Operating System

9. Teacher Page My name is Carrie Jo Snyder and this WebQuest was created for my kindergarten class. On a daily basis we work towards completing specific tasks and accomplishing individualized goals during literacy center time. Not only do we work on academic fundamentals, but we also have an opportunity to further establish our social skills through collaborative work environments. Please utilize this WebQuest in a manner that best fits your classroom and student needs. Any accommodations and/or modifications to this WebQuest are encouraged.