Fun with PhotoStory 3

This is a photostory that highlights the process and experience of the service learning project our students took part in. They planned, prepped, and hosted a fall festival party for students younger than them. The photostory was used to reinforce concepts learned in the service learning project. Viewing the photostory was a way for the students to reflect on the activity. Often times, when asked to recall information about an event, a field trip, or an activity, many of the students are unable to without some kind of prompt. This is a good visual prompt. It supported the idea that these students are no longer kids-they are adults now. Instead of going trick-or-treating, which is not age appropriate, they can still have fun in a different way and give back to the community.

I showed my students some pictures from the activity and then showed them this photostory. They were more engaged in reflecting and enjoyed watching it. One said it was like they were in a movie. I also explained that we could do more photo stories together for future events and activities. The response was extremely positive, which is exciting! I plan to use Photostory 3 more often in the future for lessons like this as well as other lessons.