Kevin Henkes is one of my favorite children’s authors. I used his books often when I worked as a school librarian, and also love sharing his books in lessons for my daughter. “Owen” is a sweet, relatable story and great for teaching story parts and retelling.
This lesson is designed to help your child practice the skill of retelling a story while reading the book “Owen” by Kevin Henkes. The activities not only practice retelling but also aid in comprehension through text connections.
Outline
* Build Interest- discussion questions
* Watch- one YouTube video and discussion guide
* Read- story, discussion questions, and YouTube video of online reading of story
* Write- instructions for writing activity and free download of templates
* Making Connections- drawing activity instructions
* Building Background- experiment
* Art- instructions for activity
* Extension Activities- one food activity, book list, and retelling activity
* Let’s Recap- discussion questions and glossary
Grade Levels
1-2
Estimated Time
1 hour (can split into two 30 minute lessons)
| Grades | 1st, 2nd |
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My name is Michelle North. I previously taught public school for seventeen years. In 2021, I began homeschooling my daughter. Most of my lessons and activities are for teachers and homeschooling in elementary school grades. 😊
Certification: B.A. K-8 Elementary Educ., M.S. K-5 Elem. Reading & Math, Ed.S K-12 Administration & Supervision, Cert. K-12 School Library Media. Highly Qualified in grades K-6, Educational Specialist K-12 , Library Media Specialist K-12
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