Original PromptLesson 5 - Bats or Owls - Day 2
Engage - Explain that students will continue writing their opinion about which animal they would rather see and review the information recorded from the previous lesson.
Explicit instruction - Model how to use the APS K-2 Opinion Writing Graphic Organizer to organize thinking by stating an opinion, adding reasons, and connecting ideas before writing complete sentences.
Apply and Assess - Guide students as they use the graphic organizer to plan their opinion and r...
This learning resource focuses on Frosted Cookie Day, encouraging students to express their opinions on their favorite cookie types—classic sugar cookies and frosted cookies. Students engage in a class discussion about personal preferences and the reasons behind them, structured through a graphic organizer designed to help them plan their opinion writing. The document guides students through sharing their opinions, organizing their thoughts with reasons and supporting details, drafting their pieces, and ultimately sharing their work with classmates. It emphasizes the fun of choosing favorites, the use of persuasive language, and the importance of expressing oneself in writing.