Lesson
Reading News Online
What are the important parts of an online news article?
Grade
5Objectives
- Understand the purposes of different parts of an online news page.
- Identify the parts and structure of an online news article.
- Learn about things to watch out for when reading online news pages, such as sponsored content and advertisements.
Vocabulary
article .
commercial .
news
article – a written story in a newspaper, magazine, or online news site
commercial – intended to make money
news – new information about recent or important events
Standards
This lesson meets standards for Common Core ELA, ISTE, CASEL and AASL.
Current Events Connection!
This lesson is a great way to connect what students are learning about to the upcoming election. While they're not voters (yet!), students are bound to be hearing about and watching election-related news in the coming months, and this is a great opportunity to help them be critical consumers of that content.
Additional Resources
For related lessons, check out the Essential News & Media Literacy Skills for Students lesson collection.
What You’ll Need
Supplies
Scissors and glue ·
Blank paper