Writing Using Picture Books: Adjectives

In this one time class, students will be exposed to high quality literature, learn about the power of adjectives, and practice improving their own writing skills all in a fun and supportive environment. Let's learn and have fun together!

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Completed by 15 learners

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55 minutes

per class

Meets once

8-12

year olds

1-4

learners per class

per learner

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Description

Class Experience

In this one time class we will discuss what an adjective is as well as compare and contrast examples of effective and ineffective adjectives. We will read passages from a variety of picture books together in class. We will notice the author's use of adjectives in making their writing more descriptive and poetic. The students will then create their own short writing about their favorite place using descriptive adjectives. I will write along with the students and share my writing so that...

Students will learn how to make their own writing more descriptive by using effective adjectives.

No homework will be assigned.

Paper and pen or pencil needed

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Informal assessment will be available upon request.

55 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.

All the Places to Love 
By: Patricia MacLachlan

Teacher

MaryEllen K

🇺🇸

Lives in the United States

Former Middle School English Teacher turned online educator and homeschooling mom

58 total reviews

120 completed classes

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