In this one-time winter class, students will write a winter story. Students will roll a dice to determine their story's main character, setting, and problem. Students will brainstorm parts of their story with a graphic organizer, and then, students will write their story. 

********** Roll and Brainstorm a Character *************
Students will roll their dice to determine the character. The number on the dice will correspond with a winter character. The character options include a snowman, a snowflake, a polar bear, a penguin, a snow cloud, and a bunny. After students roll their dice, their character will be revealed. Students will brainstorm about their character. They will give their character a name and describe their character on a graphic organizer. 

*********** Roll and Brainstorm a Setting ***************
Students will roll their dice to determine the setting. The number on the dice will correspond with a setting. The setting options include an ice castle, a snow fort, a forest, an ice skating rink, a log cabin, and a candy factory. After students roll their dice, their setting will be revealed. Students will brainstorm about their setting. They will describe their setting on a graphic organizer. 

*********** Roll and Brainstorm a Problem ***************
Students will roll their dice to determine the problem in their story. The number on the dice will correspond with the story's problem. The problem options will include getting chased by a snow monster, being hit by a snowball, eating as much candy as possible, looking for a friend, getting caught in a blizzard, and spilled the hot chocolate. Students will brainstorm the events that will occur in their story based on the problem. They will also create a solution for their story. 

************ Write the Story ************
Students will use their organizers and the ideas they brainstormed to write their story. When they are finished, they will draw a picture to go with their story. 

*********** Share the Story ************
At the end of class, students will share their story with the class. 


All learners write at different paces. Some students may need to finish their story after class.