The Power of the Hook

Hook Videos Capture Curiosity at Spofford Pond School

A fun way to introduce new curriculum topics is sweeping Spofford Pond School - Hook Videos!  These short videos, created by classroom teachers (and sometimes myself) are played as an opening preview to a new topic.  Meant to capture students' attention and build interest in an up-coming unit of study, hook videos are fun to make and share and students seem to love them!Check out a few of our hook videos:To introduce a unit to 6th graders about how the body systems work together to keep you alive, this hook video was created:To introduce a unit of natural hazards and disasters to 4th graders, this hook video was created:To introduce a Revolutionary War Breakout EDU game to grade 5, this hook video was created:To emphasize the importance of reducing plastic, this hook video was created by Amy & Maya on the Green Team/Polar VorTechs:To begin a 6th grade science unit where students will work together to establish a colony on Mars, this hook video was created:What do you think?  Did these videos do the trick?  Did we pique your interest? Are you ready to jump in and make discoveries about these topics?Technology Essential Questions:How can we leverage a tool like iMovie to increase excitement and spark engagement?How can we leverage a tool like iMovie to create anticipation or renew sense of curiosity?How can we use technological enhancements to supplement what is being taught?