In groups, students create a list of what they w ant to know about country and city life. The students list is broken down into people, places, and things. Students are given an area of interest and research the topic using books and other resources provided. The teacher and students create an outline of what is expected from each group. This information is consolidated in individual groups and students present their findings to the class in a teacher and student decided format.
Students individually make a list of what they have l earned.
This drawing should represent what students have learned from the information presented. Observe students as they work individually and in groups, assuring everyone is contributing. Review each individual narrative drawing for ideas. Depending on the age and developmental needs of the student, the teacher might have students work as a large group or individually, keeping a log of their needs and interest in regard to the KWL method. I created this lesson using KWL layout from Bennett, L. site.