The students will word process their finalized paper draft onto the Kidpix page that will contain the picture selected. The students will scan the picture, edit, cut, etc. to save onto the Kidpix page that will also contain the written data. The students will then paste their completed page onto the classroom Kidpix slide show. The students will also print up their page to be included in the bound classroom ABC s of Washington annual book. Interactions Teacher assigns letter to student, randomly.
Students brainstorm in small groups, words for each letter assigned.
Students research chosen word. Teacher demonstrates proper use of scanner. This project will begin in the classroom following significant background study of the state of Washington using the Discovering Washington textbook. The project will continue in the classroom, school computer lab, school library, at home. The project should be completed in 4 weeks.