TechnoKids TechnoJournal
Description
One-of-a-Kind Journaling Activities for Grades 3-6
The TechnoJournal course is a series of fun journaling activities tailored for kids ages 8-11. In this project, elementary students dive into word processing by crafting personal journals. Following step-by-step illustrated instructions, they document recent events, note favorite things, and list personal wishes. The text on each journal page is then formatted and pictures are added to create an attractive and eye-catching booklet. This course is available in both Google Docs and Microsoft Word versions.
Journal Writing With a Difference
Capture student interest with digital journaling activities that foster creative writing and reflective thinking. This blended course seamlessly integrates language arts and technology skills, empowering students to produce imaginative booklets for sharing.
Inspiring Writing Ideas
Teach word processing through relevant and personally meaningful activities. Students explore story starters like “If I could be an animal, I would be…” or “I wish I could be invisible for a day. I would…” Additionally, connect journal activities with other subjects, encouraging students to write from the perspective of a characters in a book, a historical figure, or a noteworthy scientist. Samples to inspire ideas include a pioneer diary and a field trip review.
Complete Resource Package for Busy Educators
For educators on-the-go, the Teacher Guide offers curriculum planning, customizable assessment tools (student checklists, quiz, skill summary, marking sheet), program tool flashcards, a parent letter, certificate, and sample journals. Ignite creativity with journaling activities for elementary students.
Empower Young Learners
Utilize cutting-edge technology curriculum to cultivate foundational skills, ensuring students are prepared for the future. The writing, communication, planning, and self-management skills acquired in this project contribute to valuable personal attributes. TechnoKids courses instill critical thinking and solution-seeking skills essential for life.
Rich Standards-Aligned Curriculum
TechnoKids correlation documents list alignment with the Common Core State Standards and International Society for Technology in Education Standards for each project. Easily identify, teach, and track the technology outcomes achieved.
TechnoKids TechnoJournal
- Publisher: TechnoKids
- Grade Level: 3-6
- Platform: Win
- Item #: JNR-JOURNAL
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| Starter account. Includes online teacher 12mths #JNR-JOURNAL |
Price: $49.00 | |
| Class account: Teacher plus up 40 students 12mths #JNR-JOURNALC |
Price: $109.00 |
Features and Benefits
Assignment 1 Journal Writing
Read about journaling. Examine journals to ignite writing ideas.
Assignment 2 Be a Detective
Investigate the program window. Identify the function of common word processing tools.
Assignment 3 Create a Front Cover | Step 1
Begin a title page for the journal. Apply text formatting techniques to attract interest.
Assignment 4 Create a Front Cover | Step 2
Illustrate the journal title page. Explore simple picture formatting techniques.
Assignment 5 Yesterday Journal Entry
Write a journal entry about a recent event. Decorate using clip art and adjust the text wrapping.
Assignment 6 Things I Like Journal Entry
Write a journal entry about three favorite things using a bulleted list. Set the line spacing.
Assignment 7 Make a Wish Journal Entry
Write a journal entry listing three wishes using a numbered list. Apply a border to pictures.
Assignment 8 Complete the Journal
Proofread the journal using a checklist. Revise the spelling, content, and design of entries.
Assignment 9 Share the Journal
Prepare the journal for publication. Insert page numbers and then print the journal as a booklet.
Assignment 10 Print the Journal
Invite readers to respond to the journal by recording their reaction to a favorite entry.
Journaling Activities and Writing Ideas for Elementary Students
- About the Keyboard: Introduce the function and location of keys.
- Journal Writing Ideas: Journal starter ideas inspire new entries.
Videos
System Requirements
| Ages | 7, 8, 9 |
|---|---|
| Grades | grade 2, grade 3, grade 4 |
| Program | Docs, Word |
| Tech Integration | language arts |
| Tech Skill | publishing, word processing |
| License | Homeschooling, Starter, Class, Classrooms, School |
| Starter License Includes | online teacher guide, online student workbook, get started, course slides, printable assessment tools, sample files, extension activities, certificates, parent letters |
| Class License Includes | online teacher guide, getting started tips, course calendar, online student workbook, online assignments, printable assessment tools, online quizzes, student reporting, sample files, extension activities, certificates, parent letters |
| Classroom License Includes | online teacher guide, getting started tips, course calendar, class management tools, online student workbook, online assignments, printable assessment tools, online quizzes, student reporting, sample files, extension activities, certificates, parent letters |
| Product Type | Course |
| Homeschool License Includes | Certificates, Extension activities, Online assignments, Online quizzes, Online teacher guide, Parent letters, Remove printable assessment tools, Sample files, Student reporting, Templates |







