Description
A KWLS chart is a graphic organizer that helps students track their learning on a specific topic before, during, and after instruction.
In a KWLS chart, students record what they already know about a topic, what they want to know or wonder about, what they learn, and what they still want to know or would like to explore further. This added reflection component encourages ongoing curiosity and deeper thinking beyond the initial lesson.
KWLS charts are effective tools for actively engaging students in the learning process. They help students activate prior knowledge, recall information, make personal connections to content, promote higher-level thinking, and reflect on learning progress in an organized way. They also provide a simple structure for note-taking and support improved reading comprehension.
This KWLS chart can be applied to any subject, topic, or lesson and is easy to use across grade levels, making it a flexible and valuable classroom resource.