English Language ArtsSocial Studies3-5
Reflection on The Survivor Tree
By Keri S.
This 1-page reflection activity for 5th graders connects to the book 'The Survivor Tree' and the 25th anniversary of 9/11. It encourages students to reflect on inspiring messages from the 9/11 Memorial website and to thank local heroes, fostering an understanding of legacy.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this activity as a 30-minute whole-class or small-group lesson, perhaps after reading 'The Survivor Tree'.
- Discussion question: How can we honor the legacy of those lost on 9/11 in our own lives and communities?
- For struggling readers, provide sentence starters or a word bank to help them articulate their reflections.
- Advanced learners can research and present on a local hero or a specific aspect of the 9/11 legacy.
English Language ArtsSocial Studies3-5
Reflection on The Survivor Tree
By Keri S.
This 1-page reflection activity for 5th graders connects to the book 'The Survivor Tree' and the 25th anniversary of 9/11. It encourages students to reflect on inspiring messages from the 9/11 Memorial website and to thank local heroes, fostering an understanding of legacy.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this activity as a 30-minute whole-class or small-group lesson, perhaps after reading 'The Survivor Tree'.
- Discussion question: How can we honor the legacy of those lost on 9/11 in our own lives and communities?
- For struggling readers, provide sentence starters or a word bank to help them articulate their reflections.
- Advanced learners can research and present on a local hero or a specific aspect of the 9/11 legacy.