Students are often interested in current events happening across the globe, but quite often, the articles in their local newspapers are difficult to read. One of the great things about TKN is that the articles written are posted so that students may read them independently. They also provide a variety of topics ranging from Breaking News, Science, Sports, Arts, Entertainment and even Politics, to help peak the interests of a larger audience.
One of the most interesting features of the website is its print function for its articles. While most sites allow you highlight, and right click the sections you wish to print, TKN offers a print function which easily allows you to omit the sections you do not need before printing. Another great addition to this print function is that it provides the option to email or save an article in PDF format for easy viewing on a smart board or class projector.
In addition to TKN’s unique print feature, the site also provides a section entitled Media Literacy Activities. This section offers are variety of activities which can be used or modified to fit your classroom learning objectives. Each activity includes a suggested grade level, subject area, and procedures which may be used as a hands on investigation or culminating activity at the end of a lesson.
TKN is well designed, easy to navigate, user friendly, and is kept up to date. Although the site is based in Canada, it has many articles and activities that can relate to students from all different walks of life. It is definitely a site that may be utilized in any primary or middle school literacy lesson.
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