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Step into the world of basketball legend Kobe Bryant with this engaging informational text and virtual field trip. On April 13, 2016, Bryant played the final game of his twenty-season career, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire fans and athletes around the globe.
This Learning Adventure is perfect for Black History Month, ELA lessons, social-emotional learning (SEL), and reading activities. Dive into a thoughtfully crafted reading passage, experience highlights from his iconic final NBA game, and reflect on the connections between his career milestones and lasting impact.
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This Learning Adventure provides students with an interactive way to explore informational texts while connecting to real-world events. The focus on reading comprehension and critical thinking skills makes it an excellent choice for ELA and social studies classrooms.
Additionally, this lesson supports social-emotional learning (SEL) by encouraging students to reflect on Kobe Bryant’s perseverance, leadership, and goal-setting, helping them develop self-awareness and a growth mindset. With engaging content and multimedia resources, it’s designed to captivate learners and deepen their understanding of informational texts.
Read a detailed informational text about Kobe Bryant’s career and the significance of his final NBA game. This reading activity is perfect for elementary students practicing comprehension and analyzing main ideas.
Take a court-side seat to witness highlights from Kobe Bryant’s final game and hear his reflections on his legacy, offering students an inspiring perspective on his achievements.
Test students’ understanding with a standards-aligned quiz on the main ideas and details of the informational text.
Elementary:
3.5 - The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of nonfiction texts.
Teachers appreciate how this Kai XR Learning Adventure integrates reading comprehension with engaging real-world experiences. It’s designed to support key ELA standards while providing students with opportunities to explore inspiring figures in sports history.
More reasons why teachers love this adventure:
Students immerse themselves in history through dynamic content and activities.
Supports Common Core ELA and other state standards for informational texts and reading comprehension.
Ideal for Black History Month, ELA lessons, or activities focused on sports history and inspirational figures.
Helps students develop critical thinking skills by finding clues in texts and connecting events and ideas.
Teachers enjoy their first five lessons free on Kai XR! Explore the Kobe Bryant Informational Text Adventure and other engaging Learning Adventures designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding in your classroom.
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The Kobe Bryant Informational Text Adventure promotes social-emotional learning by exploring themes like perseverance, goal-setting, and the importance of a growth mindset. Through engaging activities and a virtual field trip, students reflect on Kobe’s legacy of hard work, resilience, and leadership. By connecting his journey to their own lives, students develop skills like self-awareness, empathy, and determination, making this lesson perfect for fostering SEL in classrooms focused on inspirational role models and real-world success stories.
The activities are designed for elementary and middle school students, aligning with Common Core and state standards. Students aged 13 and older can also enjoy enhanced features like VR experiences.
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Yes, teachers can enjoy their first five lessons for free on Kai XR, including the Kobe Bryant Informational Text Adventure. Paid school subscriptions provide additional access to state standards-aligned content.
This lesson aligns with Common Core State Standards for informational texts (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.1 and CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.2). It also accommodates various state-specific standards for nonfiction reading comprehension.
The activities are designed for elementary and middle school students, aligning with Common Core and state standards. Students aged 13 and older can also enjoy enhanced features like VR experiences.
Students can access the Adventure on tablets, laptops, desktops, or VR headsets (for students over 13). These tools ensure a seamless and immersive learning experience.
Kobe Bryant’s story serves as an inspirational example of perseverance, excellence, and impact, making it a meaningful addition to Black History Month lessons focused on influential figures.
The integration of multimedia, real-world connections, and interactive features offers a dynamic learning experience. It’s not just a lesson; it’s an immersive journey into Kobe Bryant’s legacy and the broader world of sports history.
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