Counselora · Student Support
Checking schoolwork against the directions: school support guide
Grades 3–5 · Ready-made original
Checking schoolwork against the directions: school support plan
Support focus
Compare work with directions rather than with another student.
Example situation
Owen’s book cover looks different from a classmate’s. The directions ask for a title, author, and one picture. Owen has all three.
Student words or action
Owen checks the three directions. A different picture can still meet the task. If a direction is unclear, Owen can ask.
Adult response
“Let’s look at the first direction together. Here is the part to begin with.”
A supported practice
Two covers have different pictures. Both have a title, author, and picture, as required.
Does the work include the required parts?
An example response: Both meet those directions. They do not need matching pictures.
A second practice
A cover has an author and picture but no title.
Does the work include the required parts?
An example response: Add the missing title rather than copying another student's design.
Student check-in page
Write, draw, or say your answer. You may pass.
Choose one story. Does the work include the required parts?
Support choices
□ Read the direction together □ Show one example □ Write the question instead of saying it □ Practice with an adult □ Watch first, then choose whether to try
A brief check-in
Question: Does the work include the required parts?