FUNCTIONAL LIFE SKILLS ACTIVITIES! READY-TO-USE, INTERACTIVE GOOGLE SLIDES! Students will become more confident and independent as they develop the essential life skill of getting familiar with and reading various newspapers. Students get tons of practice as they learn about the makeup of a daily paper, the different sections of the newspaper such as the front page, sports, editorials and travel, and entertainment sections. Students learn what comprises the news, and practice reading and understanding actual news articles.

REAL-LIFE ACTIVITIES:

These lessons are sure to improve students' reading and writing abilities as they work through activities involving everyday life situations. Follow-up questions and open-ended activities invite creativity and test students' comprehension. These fun, easy-reading life skills lessons are terrific for students of all ages who need practice with everyday scenarios.

Easy-to-Use:

Simply download these Google Slides and assign them to your students. Assign them all, or just a few for today's lesson! For additional flexibility, these slides can also be printed for in-class use!

Easy-to-Read:

The easy-to-read activities are sure to help students learn to navigate and use the newspaper. Realistic illustrations keep things relevant while also improving comprehension.

Benefits of Google Slides:

If you've been looking for a way to integrate technology into your lessons, this is your answer. And the best part is you don't have to print, cut, laminate, or replace when you lose pieces....it's ALL DIGITAL!

How do Google Slides Work?

Students read each high-interest story on a computer or iPad then answer the comprehension questions right on their copy of the slides. Teachers can see students' answers in real time, or review them later. Slides can also be printed and used as colorful classroom worksheets. You can assign a set of slides to each student, so that they have their own personal packet.

PRACTICAL PRACTICE SERIES SKILLS CHART:

• Analyze Information
• Apply Math to Real-life Situations
• Develop Consumer Skills
• Develop Life Skills
• Evaluate Information
• Justify an Opinion
• Find Relevant Facts
• Follow Directions
• Locate the Answer
• Make Decisions
• Make Inferences
• Understand Consumer Information
• Understand Meaning of Words & Ideas
• Use a Dictionary
• Use Logic to Solve Problems

Reading Level: 3 - 4

Interest Level: 4 - 12