Young journalists select a news story, editorial, or opinion piece that they disagree with or one that leaves them with questions. They then create their report in response and share it with the class.

Concepts

news articles, news reporting, opinions, opinion writing, critical reading

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Instructional Ideas

• Ask class members to bring in copies of news publications
• Many news organizations will provide a free class set of newspapers for classroom use; contact your local provider to determine if they have this program 

Classroom Considerations

• Participants need access to computers with the internet, video recorders, cameras, poster paper, etc.
• Requires copies of the "Time to Talk Back" worksheet

Pros

• The project encourages news consumers to read critically

Cons

• None

Common Core

CCRA.R.1 CCRA.W.1