20 Ways to Teach and Learn with the Local Newspaper

The newspaper is a proven, relevant educational resource for learners from elementary school through high school and into adult education. Each ready-to-use activity below is designed to promote active reading skills, critical thinking, analysis, reflection and/or creative responses while also connecting learners at a personal level with people, places and events in our local community. Try it! 1 Parts of a Newspaper:  Find an example of each newspaper element listed here. 1) Name of the newsp