Exploring Non-FictionIntroduction

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A WebQuest for 6th Grade (Reading)

Designed by – Cindy Gregory

Introduction

Your beloved puppy was dog-napped by a group of alien dogs from another planet. As you were looking for clues in your house, you found a mysterious bone-shaped gem . “What’s this?” you ask aloud, turning over the glittering gem in your hand. Suddenly, you felt dizzy as if the world was turning round and round! Everything went black!

When you awoke, you found yourself surrounded by odd looking dogs. “What are you doing here?” a huge dog said, stepping closer. He looked like the leader of the pack. You explain to them about your lost puppy and beg them to give him back.

Task

• You were asked to complete several tasks before your puppy is to be released. Here are the tasks:

• 1. Listen to an online story about a fictional dog: The Night I Followed the Dog

• 2. Now listen to a non-fiction selection about dog training: Dog Training

• 3. Then compare and contrast the fiction story and the nonfiction selection about dogs by completing an online Venn Diagram about the similarities and differences. You must include at least 3 of each and print the diagram. Venn Diagram

Task

• 4. Next, work through the powerpoint, Exploring Fiction and Non-Fiction. You will need to pick up from the teacher and complete the Webquest Answer Sheet.

• 5. Listen to Non-Fiction Rap• 6. Show what you know about non-fiction:

• Based on what you heard in the Non-Fiction Rap, choose 2 features of non-fiction and create a 3 slide powerpoint. You must include a title page. The second page should discuss the text features AND include at least 1 picture. Print.

Resources

• Definitions of Fiction/Nonfiction• Characteristics/Genres of Fiction• Genres of Fiction/Nonfiction• Characteristics of Non-fiction• Nonfiction rap

Evaluation

Webquest Rubric

Conclusion

Congratulations! The leader of the alien dogs closely examined your work. “Very well done!” he exclaimed. He then explained the importance of learning about non-fiction. It helps you become ready for higher grade level reading and it prepares you to handle real-life selections you encounter like newspapers or magazines.

In a poof of smoke, you are suddenly back at home with your beloved dog licking your face.