Mama Monthly Slides
Mama Monthly
Special Edition
Become an Editor-in-Chief and celebrate the most important woman in your life!
What is a Magazine?
Parts of a Magazine
- Cover Page: Catches your eye with a big photo!
- Interview: A Q&A to learn facts.
- Feature Story: The main article about someone.
"A magazine tells a story through words, photos, and beautiful design."
The Inside Scoop
Why is she great?
Think of a time she was kind or brave.
Her Favorites
Color, food, hobby, or animal.
Best Memory
What is your favorite thing to do together?
The Reporter's Role
How to ask:
"Excuse me, Mom? Could I interview you for my magazine?"
What to do:
- • Listen carefully
- • Write down her answers
- • Say thank you!
Ready to Create?
Open your magazine template and start writing your special Mother's Day edition!
Mama Monthly Scaffolded Magazine
Mother's Day Limited Edition
MAMA
MONTHLY
Draw a photo of Mom here!
EXCLUSIVE: Why She's the Best!
The secret story of a real-life superhero.
Top 5 Favorite Things
What makes Mom smile every day.
Editor-in-Chief:
May 20__
The Inside Scoop
Profile Page
Her Name
Her Favorite Color
Her favorite food or hobby!
One thing she is really good at is...
She always says...
"________________________________________________"
My mom makes me happy when she...
Feature Article
Story by You
Why My Mom is a Real-Life Superhero
I think my mom is great because __________________________________________
She is very kind to ____________________________________________________ and she works hard to ________________________________________________.
Illustration:
Mom being a hero!
One time, my mom helped me when _______________________________________
It made me feel _________________________ because she was so brave.
"If I could give her a gold medal, it would be for..."
Photo Gallery
Back Cover
Draw us doing our favorite thing together!
Caption:
Snapshot of Love
A Note to Mom
"Mom, I love you because you are..."
Happy Mother's Day!
Published by the Class of 20__ Press
Mama Monthly Open Magazine
Mother's Day Limited Edition
MAMA
MONTHLY
Add a striking cover photo or portrait here
THE STAR!
Headline
My Hero: ____________
Feature
The Secret to ________
Editor-in-Chief:
Volume 1 • No. 1
THE PROFILE
In-Depth Q&A
Full Name
Favorite Color
Favorite Snack
Interview Highlights
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Q: What is your favorite thing to do for fun?
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Q: If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
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Q: What is a favorite memory you have with me?
A Word of Wisdom
Cover Story
Staff Writer:
Write Your Catchy Headline Here...
Action Illustration
Moments to Remember
Back Cover
Favorite Memory
A Special Quality
A Heartfelt Note
Dear Mom,
With love,
Mama Monthly Teacher Guide
Teacher Facilitation Guide
Project: Mama Monthly Magazine
Project Overview
Students transform into magazine editors to produce a "Special Edition" all about their mother. This project integrates writing, interviewing, and visual design.
Assembly Guide
- Print: Use the 4-page template, double-sided (long edge flip).
- Draft: Use the slides for brainstorming. Page 2 makes great homework!
- Refine: Add color and bold illustrations.
- Bind: Staple twice on the left margin for a spine.
Facilitation Tips
Practice active listening! Ask: "What was your biggest adventure?" or "What makes you proud?"
Differentiation
Scaffolded Version
Includes sentence starters. Ideal for emerging writers.
Open-Ended Version
Open headlines and large writing blocks. Ideal for advanced narrators.
Suggested Timeline
D1 Intro & Cover
D2 Interview Stats
D3 Feature Story
D4 Photos & Bind
Mother's Day Celebration • Teacher Resource