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Graphic Organizers

Goal/Objective:

Students think analytically to create their own graphic organizers on selected topics.

Sample

Description:

Students draw a graphic organizer and enter text using a graphics program.

Materials:

Procedure:

  1. First, have students think through and draw out their graphic organizer on paper. When they come to the lab, they'll be ready.
  2. Go to the Start Menu and go to Programs, then go to Accessories, and select Paint.
  3. Use the solid line and the square tool or oval tool to make lines and bubbles for text.
  4. Click on the "A" tool to enter text. Draw a square where you want to write the text, and start typing.
  5. Use the Text Toolbar to change the size and font of the text. If the Text Toolbar is not showing, go to the View menu and select Text Toolbar.
  6. Work small - remember that the whole graphic has to fit on one 8 1/2 by 11 page.
  7. For directions using KidPix or Hyperstudio, see the Technology Resource Teacher.