What do students do in the Illustrate the Text strategy?

In the Illustrate the Text strategy, students engage in drawing pictures that represent the ideas, themes, or events found within a text. This process allows them to visually interpret and express their understanding of the content, making connections between the illustrations and the text itself. By creating drawings, students can depict important elements of the story or information presented, which helps to reinforce comprehension and retention.

This strategy not only aids in understanding complex concepts by transforming them into images, but also caters to diverse learning styles, particularly those of visual learners. By having students trade their drawings, they can also experience peer feedback and discussions around the content, further enhancing their learning experience. This interactive component encourages collaboration and deeper engagement with the textual material, which is beneficial for all students, especially English language learners.