This informational, fact filled picture book gives interesting insight on the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge. From who created it, to why it was created, readers will better understand this monument in Brooklyn, NY. Built more than 100 years ago, this bridge has a great deal of rich history behind it and readers will feel part of it as soon as they open to the first page.
Reading Index:
Lexile: 1160L; Ages: 8-12
Teaching Suggestions:
Vocabulary: monumental, bristles, caisson, bedrock, insidious, anchorage, pulley system, recluse, dignitaries, recuperate, cradles.
Vocabulary Activity:
Students will draw their own bridge and include vocabulary in this drawing. They will point/arrow to the parts in the drawing as well as define the terms in relation to bridges and their structures.
Teaching Strategies:
Pre-Reading:
As a whole group, we will discuss the Brooklyn Bridge, why it is important, where it is located in relation to a map, and our prior knowledge of this bridge. We will present our vocabulary activities in which each student will show their drawings and refer to a master copy of a bridge and the terminology in reference to this bridge.
During Reading:
Students will write a list of facts in reference to the Brooklyn Bridge and will answer questions provided in relation to the story.
After Reading:
We will create a timeline of the creation of the bridge as addressed in the text, as whole class.
Writing Activity:
Students will write a short paragraph of what they have learned about the bridge, relating to what has been discussed in the book. They will include information on the creator of the bridge and his life as discussed in the text.
Web Resources:
Information on the book:
http://books.simonandschuster.com/Brooklyn-Bridge/Lynn-Curlee/9780689831836
Interactive Map of Brooklyn Bridge Park:
http://www.brooklynbridgeparknyc.org/visit/interactive-map/
http://www.curleeart.com/
Curlee, L. (2001). The Brooklyn Bridge. New York: Atheneum Books for Young Readers.
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