Research based opinion writing using "A Fine, Fine School" by Sharon Creech. The students will write either a one paragraph essay or a 5 paragraph essay on their opinion on year round school by using online research or sources I provided.
If you choose the multi paragraph option they will learn how to write an opening and closing paragraph using a hands-on lesson and anchor charts.
This packet includes:
1. Opening and Closing Paragraph Lesson Plan
2. Anchor Charts
3. Comprehension Questions to go with "A Fine, Fine School"
4. 2 Original Sources for Students to Quote Text Evidence From
5. Research Choices
6. The Full Writing Process-One for 5 Paragraph Writing and one for 1 Paragraph Writing
8. Class Book Cover
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