Lesson Plan

Blending Informative and Narrative Writing: Transforming Research Notes into Field Journal Entries

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The fabulous four. Scholars learn the four key components for creating an excellent journal entry. They then work to create a journal entry rubric and participate in a mini lesson about organizing and outlining journal entries. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Carry out a conversation about the difference in the type of writing used in a science journal entry verses a personal journal entry
Classroom Considerations
  • Fits as the 10th lesson of 15 in 5th Grade ELA Module 2a, Unit 3
  • Complete all prior lessons first
Pros
  • Includes rubric ideas for teacher reference
  • Offers teacher notes clarifying the purpose of the lesson
Cons
  • None
Common Core