Teacher Notes

Before you begin this webquest, read Piggins, by Jane Yolen to your class. Feel free to substitute your favorite mystery if you prefer.   If you feel really energetic, have a frog in your classroom, name him Kermit,  and ask a stranger to come in during a class and take the frog.  This could add some real life drama to the activity.  Students will initially need assistance navigating the webquest, but hopefully with practice they will be able to work in pairs without much adult assistance.  You will need to show students how to proceed through the webquest and you will also need to demonstrate how to use the activities outlined on the resource page.  Some of the activities require that students print out pages to color, etc., so they will need access to a printer.  Some activities walk students throught the process of drawing, so they will need space to draw next to the computer.  After they visit all of the web sites, the students should work in pairs to create their "Wanted" poster and share it with the class. 


South Carolina Curriculum Standards

Reading and writing

1-R1.18
Demonstrate the ability to respond to texts through a variety of methods, such as creative dramatics, writing, and graphic art. 

1-W1.3
Demonstrate the ability to generate drafts using words and pictures that focus on a topic and that include relevant details.

1-W2.1           
Demonstrate the ability to use oral and written language to explain and inform.

1-W4.1           
Demonstrate the ability to print legibly.

1-C1.1
Demonstrate the ability to use appropriate voice level, phrasing, sentence structure (syntax), and intonation when speaking. 

1-C1.10          
Continue using visual aids such as pictures to support and extend his or her meaning in oral presentations.

Technology

Use input devices (e.g., mouse, keyboard, remote control) and output devices (i.g., monitor, printer) to successfully operate computers, VCRs, audio tapes, telephones, and other technologies.

Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities. 

Work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers, family members, and others when using technology in the classroom. 






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