7/7/2023 0 Comments Book annotation color code![]() Color-coding model paragraphs is helpful, but have you ever tried color-coding graphic organizers? It can be helpful when students need some guidance with structuring their essay. For instance, when I teach argumentative writing, I always have students color-code the paragraph parts so that we can analyze their effectiveness and determine where improvement is needed.Ħ. Color can help students identify different parts of a paragraph. The color will help them to see if they are reading books from various genres and also if whether there is a certain type of book they abandon more than another.ĥ. When students are recording the books they read and abandon, they can color-code each book spine by genre. Part of the concept revolves around using a reading ladder. Recently, I wrote about how I use reading ladders to help older students choose independent reading books that will keep them coming back for more. A more intense or suspenseful tone might be colored higher, and one that is more calm might be lower.Ĥ. Ask students to identify mood with color and tone with the height of the bar. For a layer of enrichment, use a sound equalizer graphic organizer. They can note how the mood changes during each scene on a plot line or sequence chart. ![]() ![]() Ask students to color-code the mood of the story. Plot points? Each part of the plot could be a different color sticky.ģ. Or, have them flag indirect characterization as one color and direct characterization as another. For instance, have them use different colors for dialogue spoken by each character. You can involve color-coding in numerous ways. This strategy makes it easy for them to refer back to the text and find ideas to support opinions during writing and discussion. Have students use sticky notes to flag evidence in a text. This color-coding strategy helps them to delineate between a main idea, supporting details, and the larger theme.Ģ. Want students to analyze a text? Ask them to read with color. Bonus – it can be applied to every aspect of ELA. Using color-coding is a great way to provide scaffolding for students who need it and engage those who don’t. ![]() Colors can have a positive impact on memory and attention. Color-coding strategies are fun, but they also wield a deeper value. ![]()
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