Today I figured out how to compare and contrast with my Kindergarten ESOL students. I started with the book Bunny Cakes by Rosemary Wells. My objective was to use a Venn Diagram in order to compare and contrast characters and events. I drew Max on one side and Ruby on the other. Then I drew the key character points, events and objects on index cards. I put balls of tape on the Venn Diagram before the lesson. After reading and discussing the story, volunteers placed the cards on the Venn Diagram. The best part was that several of my students that aren't speaking yet were able to demonstrate listening skills that I hadn't previously observed.
