Citation:Kellogg, S. (1984). Paul bunyan. New York, NY: Harper Collins Publishers.
Summary:
In Paul Bunyan, Steven Kellogg highlights the incredible legend of Paul Bunyan, the enormous, strong, blue-ox-bearing American hero. Steven Kellogg's Paul Bunyan is a particularly great text to use in the classroom because of the excellent illustrations. The illustrations dominate this book and really emphasize the exaggerration aspect of a tall-tale. Whether chosen for a picture-walk or a read-aloud, the illustrations and exciting story will keep students engaged and excited to learn about Paul Bunyan.
Lesson/Activity:
SC State Standards:
Social Studies Standard 2-1 - The student will demonstrate an understanding of cultural contributions made by people from the various regions of the United States.
Social Studies Indicator 2- 1.4 - Recall stories and songs about regional folk figures who have contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States, including Pecos Bill, Brer Rabbit, Paul Bunyan, Davy Crockett, and John Henry. (G, H)
ELA Standard 2-5 - The student will write for a variety of purposes and audiences.
ELA Standard 2 - 5.4 - Create written pieces (for example, rhymes, poems, and songs) to entertain others.
Lesson Objectives:
The student will complete an "I Wish" poem based on the legend of Paul Bunyan.
The student will present his/her finished poem to the class.
Materials:
1. Paul Bunyan by Steven Kellogg
2. Sample "I Wish" poems
3. Lined paper
4. Pencils
Procedures:
1. After reading the text either through a read-aloud, independent reading session, or buddy reading, the students will compose an "I Wish" poem based on Paul Bunyan's story.
2. TTW provide a model poem on the board, as well as model poems in the classroom that students can access if needed.
3. After completing their poems, the students will read them to the class.
Social Studies Indicator 2- 1.4 - Recall stories and songs about regional folk figures who have contributed to the development of the cultural history of the United States, including Pecos Bill, Brer Rabbit, Paul Bunyan, Davy Crockett, and John Henry. (G, H)
ELA Standard 2-5 - The student will write for a variety of purposes and audiences.
ELA Standard 2 - 5.4 - Create written pieces (for example, rhymes, poems, and songs) to entertain others.
Lesson Objectives:
The student will complete an "I Wish" poem based on the legend of Paul Bunyan.
The student will present his/her finished poem to the class.
Materials:
1. Paul Bunyan by Steven Kellogg
2. Sample "I Wish" poems
3. Lined paper
4. Pencils
Procedures:
1. After reading the text either through a read-aloud, independent reading session, or buddy reading, the students will compose an "I Wish" poem based on Paul Bunyan's story.
2. TTW provide a model poem on the board, as well as model poems in the classroom that students can access if needed.
3. After completing their poems, the students will read them to the class.
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