Let's+Say+Thanks+(3rd,+4th,+5th+grades)

Sandi O'Bryan Byrns Darden Elementary Technology Teacher

=Standards=

Language:
revising, editing/proofing, evaluating, publishing. **0501.3.20** Use resources (e.g., dictionary, thesaurus, computer) to aid in the writing process.
 * 0501.3.10** Recognize and use all steps in the writing process: prewriting, drafting,
 * 0501.3.22** Use technology to publish and present.

1b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression.
2b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats.
 * ISTE NETS for Students Communication and Collaboration**

=Procedures:=

TTW introduce the "Let's Say Thanks" website.

TTW lead discussion on appropriate and safe comments that may be added to a letter to a stranger:

TTW help students create a word bank of patriotic words that they might need to write their letters.

TSW open their account on the school server (Directions for Saving to the Server)3. TSW open their documents folder on their server site.

TSW download the, and drag to the documents folder. (Note: this is the same as "save as.")

TSW open the template and complete the heading (note: This template was created in Word, but has been left unlocked so that it is usable in OpenOffice. It does not work as well in OO as it does in Word, but it is still usable.)

TSW compose the body of the letter (minimum words: 3rd = 30, 4th = 40, 5th = 50).

TSW use editing tools to correct letter.

TTW check all completed letters before students may publish.

TSW save each days work to the server by clicking file and save. (Note: see step 5 for "save as.")

TSW publish first by printing an approved copy to be displayed (hallway, bulletin board, etc.)

TSW publish next to the "Let's Say Thanks" Website.

TTW review the steps for publishing to the website.

TSW click on the "view all designs" link and choose the picture that he/she would like printed on his/her finished postcard.

TSW click on the button "send this card."

TSW fill in the following areas of the form: name (first only), hometown (Clarksville), and State (TN).

TSW scroll to the bottom of the page and choose the "other" option for message.

TSW copy the body of his/her soldier letter into the "custom message" box.

TSW click the "submit" button.

TSW receive immediate feedback his/her submission was successful if he/she receives a "Thank You" message.