How To Be A Dog or Cat: 2 Days of Informative and Creative Paragraph Writing
Learners will use graphic organizers to write TWO "how to" informative paragraphs. This is a small group virtual English class and one I WISH I'd had when I was learning how to write in second (2nd) and third (3rd) grade.
Judy Harrison M.Ed Birds+Art+Poetry
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(454)
What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners will be encouraged to send their completed paragraphs to the teacher for additional feedback and editing tips.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 4
****Learners should know how to write a complete sentence before attending this class.*** Day 1-After a brief introduction to the topic and to each other, a slideshow will introduce students to the teacher's cats, Kirby and Tycho. Then, the first step in procedural writing will be modeled as the group works together to fill out a graphic organizer using the topic, "How to Be a Cat". Next, students will learn about transition words, topic sentences, and closing sentences. Finally, the class will collaborate to form a paragraph using the graphic organizer as a tool. Day 2-The group will spend about ten minutes learning interesting facts about dogs with video clips and photos. Students will brainstorm the silly and typical things that happen in the life of a dog. The young writers will be asked to work independently on filling out graphic organizers using the topic, "How to Be a Dog". Everyone will use their organizers to write paragraphs independently using the same procedure that was followed on Day 1. The graphic organizer and writing worksheet will be provided ahead of time in the classroom for the students to print at home. At the conclusion of class, the teacher will use the spotlight feature in the Zoom classroom to view the final writing piece. Students will be offered positive and constructive feedback at that time. After each class, students may submit their final paragraph to me and I will check grammar, and spelling, plus provide feedback on content. Parent Review June 30, 2021: This is a great class. I like how the teacher picked a topic that kids love and then did the process with them the first time before giving them more independence on the second day to write their own ideas. My daughter learned a lot from this class. For additional paragraph writing practice, check into my one and two-day classes with the titles, "How To Carve A Pumpkin", "How To Be A Dragon" and "How To Decorate A Christmas Tree". ***If your student needs any accommodations please let me know. We will work together to ensure that they have the best possible class experience.**
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to use a graphic organizer as a prewriting tool.
Students will learn about the "How To" or "procedural" style of writing.
Students will learn how to write an informative paragraph with transition words, and both topic and closing sentences.
Other Details
Supply List
Pencil, eraser, teacher provided worksheets or lined paper
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
5.0
454reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Nevada Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley College
Judy taught writing to kindergarten through fourth-grade students in public schools for over thirty years. For almost a decade she had a small business that focused on literacy and creative writing. She's also a cat owner and a WONDERFUL "dog aunt". Reviews
Live Group Class
$34
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 70 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-10
1-5 learners per class
