NJ ESPA - Idea to assist

["Picone's" <rpicone@GARDEN.NET>]

Dear Group:
In NJ the ESPA tests require that students (4th grade) are able to speak
about a topic presenting information in a logical way.  Here is how my
fourth grade is getting assistance with this skill from Library.

I taught an outline of the BIG6, made them take notes, and gave an
assignment.  They were to choose a state and present a 2-3 minute
commercial for the state and try to convince an audience to come and visit.
 First library session included time for research.  Presentations start in
two weeks.  I will videotape them and we will include critiques when we
watch.  Kids and a camera, especially a video camera, always generates
enthusiasm.

I "take" so many ideas from this group, I hope someone else can use this.
Betty Picone
Librarian/Media Specialist
Fredon Township School
459 Rt. 94, Newton  NJ  07860

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