Writer’s Workshop by Sophia Miskulin

What does it mean to be persuasive ?

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Write your definition on your whiteboards

The Writing Process

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Remember from our ‘small moment’ writing?

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Brainstorming Session— New Section of Writer’s Notebook

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Think about what problems/issues there are in your school/community.

Imagine solutions. (What you wish you saw…Maybe we could…)

Pick one of your topics and post it to the Jamboard!

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Be proud of your topic! Let your classmates know what you are writing about!

Let’s Plan

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Question of the day: Who’s your audience? How are we going to plan our persuasive essay?

Let’s use a graphic organizer!

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Workshop Session of Graphic Organizer

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Continue to complete your graphic organizer!

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If you would like to research for facts…

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Remember… when we read information online, we ALWAYS SUMMARIZE what we SEE

Goals of the Day

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(Mini lesson)I can consider the audience of my persuasive writing to think of more counter-arguments
(Workshop) I can demonstrate this skill by listening and reading different speeches, and making my own critiques to the speeches
I can apply this skill by choosing my topic, and writing (specifically) who my audience will be.

Think and Write on Jamboard: What are your counter arguments?… How could you protect your opinion?

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Consider these questions:

What could someone say about your opinion?
What are your reasons for picking the opinion?
How can you use resources to make STRONGER counter arguments

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Goals for the day

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(Mini Lesson) I can recognize the differences between a well-written speech and a poorly written speech.
(Activity) I can practice self-edits by doing a quick write and using the persuasive writer checklist.

Let’s Do A Jam Blast

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Go to Jamboard
Read the example
Draft your answer on your own post-it first
** WHEN I SAY BLAST** quickly post your answer
Discussion

Think of something you know and care about, a topic or problem that you have strong feelings about. You have 40 min. to write about your opinion and tell me reasons why you feel this way.

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Goals of the Day

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I can think of my chosen opinion statement as a problem/issue, and explain why is it problem; why doesn’t think get enough attention.
I can give suggestions to help solve the problem.

Jam BLAST!

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What was the problem?

What were his solutions?

Think and QuickWrite in your Writer’s Notebooks

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Think of your opinion as a problem- why is it problem; why doesn’t think get enough attention. Also think of ways to solve.

Discussion

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What is your problem?

What is your opinion about the problem (in one sentence)?

What are your three reasons to support your opinion?

Goals for the Day

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I can share an opinion add reasons to support my opinion.

I can complete reasons

What is the four boxes method?

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I do

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Topic Sentence: Being a kid is hard

What are some reasons? Look at the example to help you.

You do

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Brainstorm all the different reasons to support the statement “Being a kid isn’t easy”. Think about WHY someone may have this opinion. What would their reasons be to have this opinion?

We do

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Let’s Discuss! What are your reasons? Have 2-3 to share.

Now, let’s map our ideas out.

Goals for the Day

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I can demonstrate how each important reason is further supported by an example, survey or mini-story. (add a bubble for each bullet)

I can think of ways to add to each important idea.

I do

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Let’s look deeper into our reasons in the class graphic organizer.

I will use examples for the first reason.

As you listen….Think… Can you relate to the reasons? What are some mini-stories that you have? What are your specific CONNECTIONS.

You do

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Now it’s your turn!

Find 2-3 SPECIFIC CONNECTIONS from your own life that can support the 2nd reason. Once your finished, take the challenge and think of one more example.

Then, move onto the 3rd reason and find 2-3 SPECIFIC CONNECTIONS from your own life to support the 3rd reason.

We do

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Let’s discuss!

What were your connections for each reason? Were there similar connections?

Independent Work

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Now, Let’s open your STUDENT copy of your graphic organizer and add CONNECTIONS for your own persuasive speeches.

Goals for the day

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I can show how to ask and answer questions about my writing. (Is my evidence specific and relevant? What do I want my audience to do after hearing my writing?)

I can identify my audience and reread my evidence with a critical eye.

Look at your Graphic Organizer …

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Take 3-5 minutes to look at your reasons.. Now is also the time to edit anything that you notice about your graphic organizer.

Who’s your audience?

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Open Jamboard and read your original post-it note…

Then, Go to the 2nd slide

Let’s Do a JamBlast!!!

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Read the yellow posit (double tap to see the full question)

Then, compose your answer on your own post-it. DO NOT POST until I say BLAST.

Discussion

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How should your audience react to your speech?

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On the next Jamboard slide, start a new Post-it

On the post-it, write

Full Name
Write your answer:
1. Is my evidence specific and relevant? Yes/No and Why?
2. What do I want my audience to do after hearing my writing?

Goals for the Day

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I can show how write in chunks to help organize ideas.

I can use each box with bullets to write a paragraph.

I can use transition words.

I can write my first paragraph using my graphic organizer.

I can talk to my neighbor about what makes a new paragraph – “Is each part saying something about the same idea?

How should we start our speeches?

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What’s your topic sentence?

I do

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Let’s look back at the class example:

Let’s work on the first paragraph…

You do

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You should have your pencil, iPad open to your own graphic organizer, and the draft paper

Go to your STUDENT graphic organizer and draft your first paragraph.

We do

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Let’s Share what we have so far! Remember, this is just a draft :)

Goals for the day

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I can show how write in chunks to help organize ideas.

I can use each box with bullets to write a paragraph.

I can use transition words.

I can write my second paragraph using my graphic organizer .

I do

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Let’s look back at the class example:

Let’s work on the 2nd paragraph…

You do

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You should have your pencil, iPad open to your own graphic organizer, and the draft paper

Go to your STUDENT graphic organizer and draft your 2nd paragraph.

**if you finish early, you can start your 3rd paragraph

We do

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Let’s Share what we have so far! Remember, this is just a draft :)

Goals for the day

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I can show how write in chunks to help organize ideas.

I can use each box with bullets to write a paragraph.

I can use transition words.

I can write my 3rd paragraph using my graphic organizer, and develop a concluding statement

I do

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Let’s look back at the class example:

Let’s work on the 3rd paragraph…

You do

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You should have your pencil, iPad open to your own graphic organizer, and the draft paper

Go to your STUDENT graphic organizer and draft your 3rd paragraph. Then, write your concluding statement.

If you finish early, you may meet me in the back of the room

We do

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Let’s Share what we have so far! Remember, this is just a draft :)

Do Now:

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Brainstorm CONNECTIONS/EXPERIENCES of when you felt really excited/happy/proud/sad/etc.

What caused those emotions?

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Discussion

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Talk to your partner… how is the 2nd phrase from the video different from the 1st? Why do you think more people started to give the homeless man money after the woman changed his sign?

Class discussion

Goals for the day

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I can show my own writing to my partner and ask if it made them feel a certain way.

I can revise my writing by carefully choosing powerful words to create emotions.

I can label the emotions with facial expressions.

Let’s Workshop

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In pairs, you will swap speeches and read them in your head.

Then, you will complete the following document:

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Swap with your editor!

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Find your editor on the list and sit near your partner.

Please wait quietly.

With your editor…

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Read their speech.
(please use a different colored crayon than your partner) Label the emotions by drawing a picture on a post-it note and stick it near the paragraph.

Now, review the revisions

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Did you have a lot of emotion post-its? Where do you think you can include more EMOTION? How will you do that?

On a Posit-it note, write sentences/revised sentences that include compelling EMOTION that can strengthen your speech. Post them in the appropriate paragraphs.

Read Alouds of our Persuasive Speeches

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Goals of the day:

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I can answer the question, “What moves have I learned as a speechwriter that I see writers using in other kinds of opinion writing?”
I can perform a ‘fast draft’ petition or letter about another opinion that I feel strongly about.

What is a petition (persuasive letter)?

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A petition is a formal statement that requires signatures in order for change to occur. It addresses the audience specifically.

LEGOs and Petitions??

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“ Children and adults alike adore bearded dragons, and combining this love with the joy of building with LEGOs could bring happiness to reptile families worldwide. LEGO has always been a pioneer in creating playsets for all interests However, there is no set created for reptiles - particularly bearded dragons.

Bearded dragons are among the most popular pet reptiles globally due to their calm nature and unique appearance. Their popularity is reflected by the millions of households worldwide who keep them as pets. Creating a LEGO set with these beautiful animals would not only meet existing demand but also introduce more people to the fascinating world of reptiles.

By signing this petition, you're asking the LEGO company to make a bearded dragon-themed set that will excite fans old and new while appreciating this beautiful reptile. Please sign this petition today!”

What do we notice about the structure of the petition?

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What do we already know?

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Let’s create a Techniques All Opinion Writers Use chart.

Can you write fast-drafts of petitions based on what you already know?

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Now, let’s do a fast draft!

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Now, it is your turn to make a petition! Think of a LEGO set that you have NEVER seen before. Once you have your idea for your LEGO set, decide if you would like to write a persuasive letter/ petition. Then, you may begin writing. Remember, this is FAST DRAFT (it's not going to be perfect right now :)

Goals for the day:

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I can create an effective plan for drafting and revising my petition/letter.
I can continue to draft my LEGO petition or letter.

Writers, please be aware of your deadline…

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The LEGO company has an executive board meeting in four business days, and you would like to publish your persuasive piece before the meeting.

Meet with your editors and brainstorm a plan to meet this deadline on the sheet of paper in front of you.

Discussion

Now that you have a plan, continue your drafts!

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Goals of the day

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I can conference with Ms. Miskulin about my fast drafts, and make changes to my persuasive piece.
I can continue to polish and complete my persuasive pieces.

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Things to consider when writing an introduction to a petition:

Set the scene.
STATE the problem using DETAILS.
State your topic sentence at the end.
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Together, lets write a petition to the LEGO company

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Topic sentence: The LEGO company should create a NFL LEGO set because it will help children understand the game of football and allow children and adults to collect playsets from their favorite teams.

Introduction.. Setting the scene + Topic Sentence

LEGOs are creative playsets that children and adults alike can enjoy. It is one of the most loved toy in America, and it is a popular holiday gift. Around the holidays, many families come together to enjoy the holiday festivities, and watch popular sporting events. American football is one of the most popular sports to watch on TV, especially during the holiday season. Why shouldn’t we combine America’s favorite sport with America’s favorite playset? The LEGO company does not have a NFL LEGO set, which is preventing a large population of customers from enjoying their two favorite things; football and LEGOs. The LEGO company should create a NFL LEGO set because it will help children understand the game of football and allow children and adults to collect playsets from their favorite teams.

Now, look at your fast-draft introductions

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Do they have the following included in their introductions?

Setting the scene with a HOOK
STATE the problem using DETAILS.
State your topic sentence at the end.
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Pair and Swap with your Editors, and fill out the following worksheet:

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Do they have the following included in their introductions?

Setting the scene with a HOOK
STATE the problem using DETAILS.
State your topic sentence at the end.
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Goals of the day

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I can conference with Ms. Miskulin about my fast drafts, and make changes to my persuasive piece.
I can continue to polish and complete my persuasive pieces.

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Things to consider when writing a body to a petition:

Use connections/specific examples to support the reasons topic sentence.
Use reasons (2-3) to support the topic sentence.
State your topic sentence at the end.
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Together, lets write a petition to the LEGO company

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Introduction.. Setting the scene + Topic Sentence

Body.. USING CONNECTIONS and REASONS to support my topic sentence

American football is one of the most popular sports to watch on American television. Fans are proud of the teams they cheer for, and what is a better way to support your favorite NFL team than to buy your kids a LEGO set featuring all of the players on the team. First, kids who don’t yet understand the game of American football can learn from building their very own NFL LEGO set with their friends and family. For example, they can learn certain plays and calls by lining up the LEGO players on the line of scrimmage. I love watching football, but it took me a long time to learn the rules of the game. A NFL LEGO set would allow all children to learn the rules and better enjoy the game. Next, children and adults can collect playsets from their favorite teams. For example, there can be a starter set for the field, and separate sets for each team in the league. Super fans would love to collect unique items that support their team such as a LEGO set of their NFL team. Then, they can have Super Bowl sets for each year. The LEGO company should create a NFL LEGO set because it will help children understand the game of football and allow children and adults to collect playsets from their favorite teams.

Now, look at your fast-draft body

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Do you have the following included in the body?

Used connections/specific examples to support the reasons topic sentence.
Used reasons (2-3) to support the topic sentence.
State your topic sentence at the end.
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Pair and Swap with your Editors, and fill out the following worksheet:

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Do they have the following included in their body?

Used connections/specific examples to support the reasons topic sentence.
Used reasons (2-3) to support the topic sentence.
State your topic sentence at the end.
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Goals of the day:

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I can reflect on my writing and set a new goal for myself.
I can conference with Ms. Miskulin about my fast drafts, and make changes to my persuasive piece.
I can continue to polish and complete my persuasive pieces.

Let’s take some time to stop and reflect.

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For 2-3 minutes, think back on your writing throughout the year so far. What are your writing strengths? What do YOU need to work on?

Wrapping it up…

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Things to consider when writing the conclusion of a petition/letter:

Briefly summarize the purpose of the petition to your audience.
Answer the question, “why is it important that your audience considers your idea?

Together, lets write a petition to the LEGO company

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Introduction.. Setting the scene + Topic Sentence

Body.. USING CONNECTIONS and REASONS to support my topic sentence

Conclusion… Briefly summarize and emphasize the importance of your opinion in 3-4 sentences.

By signing the petition, you're persuading the LEGO company to consider developing an NFL LEGO set that will educate young fans on the exciting game of football, and encourage all fans to express their loyalty to their favorite NFL team through the creative world of LEGO playsets. This is important because every fan, young and old, should have the opportunity to learn more about the game, and show their commitment to their favorite team.

Now, look at your own fast draft conclusions

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Do you have the following included in your conclusions?

Briefly summarized the purpose of the petition to your audience.
Answered the question, “why is it important that your audience considers your idea?
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Pair and Swap with your Editors, and fill out the following worksheet:

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Do they have the following included in their conclusions?

Briefly summarized the purpose of the petition to your audience.
Answered the question, “why is it important that your audience considers your idea?
Use EMOTIONAL, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY.

Let’s celebrate your work with a Writer’s Walk

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Place your finished petitions on your desks and let’s walk around to read everyone’s petitions!

Can kids make a difference?

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Discuss with your neighbor.

Goals for the day:

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I can answer the questions about world issues: “Who can help me solve this problem?” and “Who might be causing this problem?”
I can work in a research group to decide on a real-world issue and type of persuasive piece to write about.

Research groups will be the members of your tables (unless you are a two-person table)

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Moderator of the group (making sure everyone is on task)-who also has an equal responsibilities of research and leadership.

Head editor -who also has an equal responsibilities of research and leadership.

Head notetaker -who also has an equal responsibilities of research and leadership

Topic organizer-who also has an equal responsibilities of research and leadership

Pick a topic and decide your opinion

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https://docs.google.com/document/d/13Ixocu8Pl9eGm9a0I2OBcK9voXTNAl6d0hAfkaEybfs/edit

Then, do a fast draft (independently) on what you already know in a new google doc.

Once you have done that, please share it with me at smiskulin@npsdnj.org

Goals for the day

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I can answer the questions from my research: What have we learned? How does this fit with what I’ve been thinking?” I can take notes on specific facts and details
I can learn how to cite a source.

I do: Let’s practice with a source

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https://www.procon.org/headlines/homework-pros-cons-procon-org/

Let’s chunk up the text, find the ‘key ideas’, and cite the source correctly.

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We do: let’s chunk up the text

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https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/climate-change

Let’s do a JamBLAST of the key ideas to support the topic sentence:

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Climate change is an issue because of the rising sea levels and rising temperatures.

When you state your facts, be sure to cite them correctly with QUOTATIONS and the NAME OF WEBSITE in PARENTHESES

You do: (Independently) Try chunking the text and finding the key ideas of your texts

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I will be walking around to help you if you need :)

Now as a group, discuss your findings

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Note taker- take a graphic organizer for your table and you will be the scribe for this activity. Collect all of your information as a group. Please don’t write the same fact twice if multiple members found the same fact.

In the body of your persuasive piece (either of your letter/petition or a speech), be sure to include these facts

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Complete this independently… I’ll be walking around

Please use this time to finish your drafts

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Once you have finished writing your drafts independently, please swap with a member of your group and edit. Use the persuasive writing checklist to complete this.

If you would like a conference, please see me in the back of the room.

Let’s present our pieces, group by group

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Goals for the day

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I can recall what I know about non-fiction texts, and what I know about fiction texts.

I can identify the key elements of non-fiction literature, and use this as a template for writing.

I can brainstorm ideas to write my own “All About” book.

Fiction Vs. Non-Fiction JAM BLAST

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Let’s do a JamBlast for comparing the characteristics of fiction vs. non-fiction.

What’s Non-fiction?

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What is it? What books do you know are non-fiction? Let’s discuss

Although we will be writing about factual information in this unit, its important to be DESCRIPTIVE in our writing

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Let’s learn about sea turtles

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Now, you be the teacher!

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Turn to your partner and share 3-4 things that you LEARNED about turtles? What were some interesting/surprising facts?

What topics do you know A LOT about?

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What do you know a lot about already? What are topics that you are really passionate about, and what to learn MORE? Think of 3-4 topics in your writer’s notebook. Remember, you will eventually create an “All About” book on one of your topics. :)

For example, I know a lot about volleyball and track and field. Those are TWO SEPARATE topics that I am really passionate about, but I would love to learn even MORE about.

Goals for the day

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I can choose one topic that I am passionate about for my “All About” book.

I can use the elements of non-fiction books to help me create a plan for writing my own non-fiction piece. I can share this plan with my Editor.

Let’s look at our topics and pick 1

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Take about a minute to do this :)

Jam BLAST

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Put your name on your post-it and blast your topic on the Jamboard!

Let’s dive into the main text features of a non-fiction book!

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PowerPoint

Remember the book about Jean-Michel Basquiat?

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This book and the book we just read about sea turtles are both non-fiction, but the books are STRUCTURED differently…So, is there a ‘RIGHT’ way to structure non-fiction books?

The main condition is that it has to have a LOGICAL, CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER to the information presented…

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For example, the beginning of Jean-Michel Basquiat‘s book, the author sets the scene and describes the artist’s neighborhood. Then the author talks about Jean-Michel Basquiat‘s sudden interest in art, leading into his lifelong passion for creating art for people.

This was in CHRONOLOGICAL order of the artist’s life. Since writing about someone’s life follows a timeline of events, it was important for the author to write the author’s life in CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER.

For the book about sea turtles, the book’s chapters are in LOGICAL ORDER. For example, the first chapter talks about general information on sea turtles, then the following chapters go into more specific facts about turtles, their marine environment, etc.

Plan and research

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Use the databases:

I Do: Example Graphic Organizer

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You Do: Organize on facts you already know

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Find 3 facts you already know about your topic. Once you do that, you may start to expand on the facts. Remember, we will go in more depth with our supporting details during our research day next class.

Goals for the day:

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I can start to write on one chapter that I already know a lot about.

Goals for the day

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I can make effective searches for my research.

I can sort my research correctly and effectively.

I can continue to research on my All About book, and connect my chapters using transition words.

15 minute mini lesson, 15 minute workshop

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Writing chapters is like writing paper chains

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Each chapter needs to connect to the one before it.
Authors use transition words to glue parts of the text together.

What does this look like?

Let’s look back into sea turtles

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Start at 0:23

How did a LOGICAL sequence of the chapters/facts important for the reader?

soph20 — 2024-01-06 22:17:53 UTC

The chapters contained different facts about sea turtles, but the use of transition words and sentences allowed the chapters to connect.

soph20 — 2024-01-06 22:17:59 UTC

Use this time to continue to research and complete the rest of your graphic organizer

soph20 — 2024-01-06 22:19:29 UTC

I will be walking around :)

Goals for the day:

soph20 — 2024-01-06 22:23:04 UTC

I can begin to write the first chapter of my All About book.

I can include interesting facts/ideas within this chapter to HOOK the reader.

I do: Let’s look at an example

soph20 — 2024-01-07 01:21:22 UTC

You do: Let’s use your printed out graphic organizer to write your All About ebook!

soph20 — 2024-01-07 01:22:46 UTC

Take this time to draft your all about books. You may remain in your seat, or move around the room. However, kindly use your time wisely. You have a deadline.

soph20 — 2024-01-07 01:28:36 UTC

Goals for the day

soph20 — 2024-01-07 22:11:30 UTC

I can write the introduction of my All About book with interesting ideas/facts that HOOKS the reader.

I can write the conclusion with a summary of the main points, and explain why it is important to learn about this topic.

Find your Editor and swap iPads

soph20 — 2024-01-07 22:14:51 UTC

Editors answer these questions on a clean paper in your writers notebook:

1. Did the first chapter HOOK you? Why?

2. What’s the importance/relevance of this topic ?

Share your answers with your partner and workshop with your partner

soph20 — 2024-01-07 22:20:38 UTC

How can you improve the first half of your first chapter? How can you better HOOK the reader?

How can you use specific examples to show the importance/relevance of your topic in your conclusion?

Goals for the day

soph20 — 2024-01-07 23:29:38 UTC

I can re-read my chapters that I wrote in my ebook, and I can think of ways I can add more or elaborate in my chapter topics.

I can look at a mentor text (a non-fiction book) to help me develop a subtopic with more specific facts.

Think about what other non-fiction features you can add to enhance your ebook

soph20 — 2024-01-07 23:52:19 UTC