Language Arts - CONNECTING the Dots

Double Entry Journals are a great way to take notes while you listen to your fellow classmates deliver their autobiographies tomorrow in class. Remember that good listeners are looking to make connections.

FOR PARENTS - CONNECT to the curriculum:

Active Listening Strategies demonstrate an understanding of appropriate listening behaviour by using active listening strategies in order to contribute meaningfully and work constructively in groups (e.g., demon- strate an understanding of when to speak, when to listen, and how much to say; make connections between personal experiences and the contributions of other group members; ask relevant questions to clarify information and ideas)