We have just started an investigation about volcanoes with my ELLs from 4th and 5th grade. We read some very easy nonfiction text. It was a good way to start because the text was understandable for everybody, including my non-English speaker. I will now move on to somewhat more difficult text, since they now have some solid background information and vocabulary. I am having kids read online articles at volcano.und.edu. I want them to respond to the articles on our blog. I would love to get your comments as well!!!!
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Wow! I did hear about this event. I think if you are trying to connect current events to writing, this would be a great idea to have the students write about how they think the man got out of the volcano. I think the pictures will help the students to know what a volcano is and what the geography of the land is like that this man had to deal with. What a great idea!