Connect students directly to the concept in a personal way. Capture students' attention by initiating a group problem-solving activity before delivery of instruction. Begin with a situation that is familiar to students and builds on what they already know. Construct a learning experience that allows diverse and personal student responses. Facilitate the work of cooperative teams of students.

Students tell what pictures of common objects mean to them.

Objective: To help students see that symbols are all around them as part of everyday life.

Activity: Divide the board into four quadrants, and have students divide and number 4 pieces of paper. Put a drawing of a common Symbol in each quadrant of board (suggestions: heart, scales, skull and crossbones, stork) and have students write word or phrase meaning on paper of same number. Teacher answers also, and tapes his/her responses face down on board for later use.

Assessment: Completed sheet divided into parts and submitted as requested.