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Take A Distance Learning Lesson With Chester First Graders

Dani Miller took her class through the book 'Mother Bruce.' See the video and take the lesson yourself.

Dani Miller took her class through the book 'Mother Bruce.' See the video and take the lesson yourself.
Dani Miller took her class through the book 'Mother Bruce.' See the video and take the lesson yourself. (Photo courtesy of YouTube)

CHESTER, NJ - As New Jersey embarks on the journey of distance learning, teachers and students are embracing the model.

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"Here is but one example of the incredible work our Chester teachers are doing remotely," Superintendent Christina VanWoert told Patch.

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The lesson saw Dickerson Elementary School first grade teacher Dani Miller "Mother Bruce." You can watch the video below and answer the questions for yourself.

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Questions to ponder after the reading:

  • Did you like this book? Why or why not?
  • Who were the characters?
  • What was the problem?
  • Where did this story take place (the setting)?
  • Tell me about this story: the beginning, the middle and the end.
  • Is this book nonfiction or fiction? How do you know

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