Integrate Language Arts with Technology in the Classroom

Integrate technology in the classroom by teaching fun writing activities to elementary students. In the TechnoBookmaking course, students write, edit, and illustrate books. They use inspiring templates to publish a collection of stories. Each activity teaches a new word processing skill. Lessons explain how to make a tiny picture book, flip flap story, unfolding riddle book, layer book of facts, bookmarks, and greeting card. Place the publications on a bookshelf or hold a Young Authors’ Conference. Extension activities include additional templates that offer unlimited creativity. Put a fresh twist on how Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides can be used in language arts. Explore the possibilities with bookmaking.

Fun Writing Activities for Grades 1-3

Motivate reluctant writers. Have children ages 6-8 become authors and illustrators of fiction and non-fiction books.

Blend Word Processing and Writing Skills

Lessons support students throughout the writing process. They organize their ideas, express their thoughts, and edit the text. This improves spelling, grammar, and sentence structure. They also learn how to format text and arrange objects.

Teach a Cross-Curricular Unit

Integrate technology into curriculum units. The lessons in TechnoBookmaking are adaptable. Use the book templates as part of a language arts or social studies unit. For example, students can write an original story about their family, five senses, seasons, animal habitats, or community helpers. The learning opportunities are endless!

Develop a Positive Attitude Towards Books

Bookmaking offers many benefits to students. It increases writing skills, boosts reading skills, and sparks creativity. Plus, it can personalize learning by allowing students to express their unique ideas.

Celebrate Learning

Display the books in the classroom or library to provide an authentic audience. Or have students take part in a book exchange, reading circle, or book buddies program. The unique writing activities in the TechnoBookmaking course support young authors.