Writing about our SuMmEr!

Today we read a story together about how a little boy spent his summer vacation. The boy was to spend his summer with his aunt, but on the way was stolen by cowboys and taken on an adventure. Very engaging story with a lot of laughs along the way. To follow, the students flashed back and thought about one special event (personal narrative) that happened over a summer vacation. Then they met with a partner to share, before beginning the writing process. As they wrote, students took their chosen event to add detail and voice as they expanded their text.

Today was the beginning, days to follow will include further discussion on the learning goals for writing. Students will focus on where they need work and grow as writers, with guidance from peers and myself.