CLUEsters used their graphic organizers to brainstorm for personal attribute words associated with the letters in their names. each CLUEster created a draft based on their brainstorming ideas. Revisions were made using the thesaurus to search for words, which vividly expressed something uniquely special about them. CLUEsters critiqued their drafts using their proofreading skills. Finally, a published copy was written and shared with the class.
CLUEsters used a graphic organizer to group their ideas for the transformation of a paintbrush into something entirely new. They brainstormed for at least 5 ideas that their paintbrush could become. Each CLUEster selected one idea and began answering who, what, where, why, when, and how questions to develop an artistic story. Finally, each CLUEster created a unique picture with an paintbrush hidden somewhere within.
CLUEsters learned how to apply the components of creativity (fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration) to create a work of art using ideas from their personal experiences, imaginations, or observations. As CLUEsters begin another year in CLUE, they will further develop effective thinking skills as they explore the topic of Unlocking the Mysteries of CLUE. This get acquainted MESS (Mind Explosive Super Study) will allow CLUEsters to gain better understanding of how the invisible process of thinking becomes more tangible and results in more effective processing of information. Of course, the CLUE strategies will be used to further develop our topic. CLUEsters will be actively engaged in completing activities designed to promote creativity, critical, and logical thinking, research, group discussions, and group dynamics. This Mind Explosive Super Study will provide your CLUEster with a solid foundation and review our CLUE strategies. |
CategoriesAuthorMy name is Donna Ratchford. I am a CLUE teacher for Shelby County Schools in Memphis, TN. CLUE is the gifted program for our district. This is our class blog. Archives
October 2017
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