Build, Draw, Write!
California Common Core State Standards - English Language Arts
- W.1.2 Write informative/explanatory texts in which they name a topic, supply some facts about the topic, and provide some sense of closure.
- W.2.2 Write informative/explanatory texts in which they introduce a topic, use facts and definitions to develop points, and provide a concluding statement or section.
Build, Draw, Write!
Build, Draw, Write-Hands On Writing Activity
This 1st & 2nd grade resource was designed for students in Kern County at an expanding level.
Make writing fun with this interactive hands on writing activity! Designed specifically for 1st and 2nd grade students, this resource focuses on CA State standard CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.1.2 & CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.2.2, helping students write informational/explanatory texts in which they provide a topic, present some details, and provide closure. This writing activity is a great form of assessment to see where students are while making it hands-on and engaging with the play dough!
What’s Included:
- Instructions: Detailed instructions for how to implement and complete the writing activity.
- ELD Strategies/Sentence Frames: ELD strategies as well as sentence frames to provide for EL students or students who may need a bit more support.
- Writing Template: A blank writing template for students to draw/label their creation, as well as templates with sentence frames already in place for those that may need them.
- Examples: A student example, as well as a teacher example.
Perfect for independent writing practice, a small group or whole group instruction, this resource makes writing fun and engaging while ensuring students meet the standard.