These Ocean Animals Informational Writing Templates are what your class needs when learning about marine life. These printable templates consist of 22 worksheets designed to support students in their informational writing unit on marine animals. Each template follows the "can, have, are" format, providing a structured framework for students to organize their research and ideas.

My students loved using these during our ocean unit, so here are some ideas on how you can use them in your classroom:

Research Organization: The "can, have, are" format helps students organize their research findings in a clear and concise manner. They can gather information about a specific marine animal and use the template to record what the animal can do, what it possesses, and what it is known for.

Writing Structure: The templates provide a structured framework for students to develop their informational writing skills. By filling in the sections for "can, have, are," students learn to present information in a logical and organized manner, enhancing their writing fluency.

You can also:

- Encourage students to illustrate the marine animals they are researching on a separate paper, enhancing their visual representation skills.

- Use the templates as a prewriting activity before students write a full informational paragraph or essay about their chosen marine animal.

- Have students share their completed templates with their peers, fostering collaboration and providing opportunities for peer feedback and discussion.

Ocean Animals Included in the Templates:

• White Shark , Orca (Killer Shark), Clownfish, Dolphin, Lionfish, Triggerfish, Sea Turtle, Octopus, Jellyfish, Seahorse, Starfish, Crab, Manta ray, Blue Whale, Humpback Whale Squid, Pufferfish, Walrus, Seal, Shrimp, Hammerhead Shark, Bull Shark, Beluga Whale, Sea Lion, Eel

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