Understanding Change in Art and Reading

The video introduces second graders to their first 'Wit and Wisdom' reading lesson, focusing on the theme 'A Season of Change'. The teacher guides students through noticing and wondering activities using books, paintings, and a poem titled 'Weather' by Eve Miriam. Vocabulary exploration centers on the word 'change', encouraging students to think about its meaning and usage. The lesson concludes with instructions for completing an EdPuzzle assignment.

What is the main purpose of the reading lesson introduction?

• To explain the classroom rules

• To discuss the homework

• To introduce the teacher

• To welcome students and introduce the lesson

What is the theme of the new module?

• Nature's Wonders

• The Colorful Classroom

• A Season of Change

• The Art of Reading

What does the teacher compare the essential question to?

• A slice of cake

• A whole pizza

• A large book

• A big sandwich

What are students encouraged to do when they notice something?

• Ignore it

• Ask questions

• Write it down

• Draw a picture

What is the purpose of looking at the painting in the lesson?

• To find hidden objects

• To memorize it

• To notice and wonder about it

• To critique the artist

What is one thing the teacher notices about the painting?

• It is very old

• There are no people

• The colors are bright

• It is a famous painting

What is the poem 'Weather' by Eve Miriam about?

• A snowy landscape

• A sunny day

• Different weather patterns

• A stormy night

What tool is used to understand the meaning of the word 'change'?

• A thesaurus

• A dictionary

• A textbook

• A storybook

What does the word 'change' mean in the context of the lesson?

• To become different

• To grow larger

• To disappear

• To stay the same