The document is a lesson plan for a 4th grade writing class on November 21, 2017. The lesson focuses on having students create a "How To" manual about a familiar topic using transition words, visuals, and good word choice. Students will apply what they have learned about the elements of nonfiction writing. The lesson objectives are for students to complete their How To manual and present it to the class. Materials needed include computer paper, pencils, and examples of a table of contents.
The document is a lesson plan for a 4th grade writing class on November 21, 2017. The lesson focuses on having students create a "How To" manual about a familiar topic using transition words, visuals, and good word choice. Students will apply what they have learned about the elements of nonfiction writing. The lesson objectives are for students to complete their How To manual and present it to the class. Materials needed include computer paper, pencils, and examples of a table of contents.
The document is a lesson plan for a 4th grade writing class on November 21, 2017. The lesson focuses on having students create a "How To" manual about a familiar topic using transition words, visuals, and good word choice. Students will apply what they have learned about the elements of nonfiction writing. The lesson objectives are for students to complete their How To manual and present it to the class. Materials needed include computer paper, pencils, and examples of a table of contents.
Application of writing skills learned: Make a "How to" manual about a familiar topic with transition words, visuals, and good word choice! (DAY 11) Today's SOL Focus EL.4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. EL.4.7.d Organize writing to convey a central idea.
I CAN apply what I've learned about nonfiction
BY making a "how to" manual about a familiar activity SO THAT I better understand parts of nonfiction writing Success Criteria for Today Complete my How To Manual and present it to the class Long Term Assessment Finished How To Manual Procedure/Activites EL.4.7 The student will write cohesively for a variety of purposes. EL.4.7.b Focus on one aspect of a topic. EL.4.7.c Use a variety of pre-writing strategies. EL.4.7.e Recognize different modes of writing have different patterns of organization.
Materials needed: computer paper, pencils, examples of Table of Contents (attached)
Teacher Note: All days for this project can be shortened or lengthened depending on the needs of the students/time it takes for students to complete each part. The end goal is that they have a personalized, completed how-to manual.
1. Students should be finished with their completed How-To-Manual
2. Each student will have the opportunity to present their manual to their peers and show off their hard work