Writing Launch Day 1

How is informative writing different than other genres of writing?

​Day 1

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Writers have different jobs. Sometimes, we write stories to entertain people. Other times, we write to share what we think or feel. But today, we’re talking about writing that teaches the reader new facts. This is called informative writing.

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We are going to make a big list called "Informative Writing Gives"....Watch me write real facts. Who can tell me another thing informative writing gives us?

Title: All About Sharks
Sharks are large fish that live in oceans all over the world. They have sharp teeth and powerful fins that help them swim fast. Most sharks eat smaller fish, but some eat plankton. Scientists have discovered over 500 different kinds of sharks. Sharks are important because they keep ocean life balanced.

Multiple Choice

Would this be an informative essay?

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• no

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Would this be an informative essay?

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Would this be an informative essay?

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​When we write a narrative, we are either telling a story about something that happened in our lives or making up a fictional story.

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This year, we are writing fictional narratives where we do one of two things....

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1. Tell a story we've read from a new point of view.​

2. Continue on to finish a story we've read.

​Narrative Text (Tells a Story)

Title: The Day I Saw a Shark
Last summer, I went on a boat with my family. As we were floating in the water, a big shark swam by! My heart was beating fast, but the shark just glided past us and disappeared into the deep blue. I couldn’t wait to tell my friends about that amazing day.

here's an example of a narrtive text

Multiple Choice

Is it a narrative?

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• no

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Is it a narrative?

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Is it a narrative?

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​In an opinion essay, we tell the reader what we think and feel about the topic.

We use evidence from the text to support our opinion.

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O - OPINION

R - REASON

E - EVIDENCE

R - REASON

E - EVIDENCE

O​ - RESTATE OPINION

Informative Text (Fact-Based Example)

Title: Why Sharks Are the Coolest Animals
I think sharks are the coolest animals in the ocean. They are strong and fast, and I love the way their fins cut through the water. In my opinion, no other animal is as exciting to watch. Sharks are amazing, and everyone should agree they are the best!

here's an example of an Opinion text

Multiple Choice

Would this be an opinion essay?

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Would this be an opinion essay?

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​Let's

Review!

Multiple Choice

Read the prompt. What type of essay should you write?

• narrative

• opinion

• informative

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Read the prompt. What type of essay should you write?

• narrative

• opinion

• informative

Multiple Choice

Read the prompt. What type of essay should you write?

• narrative

• opinion

• informative

Multiple Choice

Read the prompt. What type of essay should you write?

• narrative

• opinion

• informative

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Read the writing prompt and think about what kind of essay you would need to write. Choose the best opening for an essay answering the prompt.

• In my opinion, it is really important to communicate with your pets.

• Last Thursday, I began using communication techniques to train my dog, Max.

• Have you ever tried to talk to your dog? There are many different ways to communicate with animals.

Multiple Choice

Read the writing prompt and think about what kind of essay you would need to write. Choose the best opening for an essay answering the prompt.

• In my opinion, Ada is a really creative inventor.

• 8:00 P.M.

  Ava headed upstairs to brush her teeth when she tripped on one of her brother's toys

• Have you ever tried to invent something to help you out? Ada is a creative inventor who helps solve everyday problems.

Multiple Choice

Read the writing prompt and think about what kind of essay you would need to write. Choose the best opening for an essay answering the prompt.

• In my opinion, Izzy had to overcome the bigger challenges.

• Ring, Ring! Izzy's alarm clock went off bright and early at 6:30 am.

• What's the biggest challenge you've had to overcome? Izzy and Yan-

Multiple Choice

Read the writing prompt and think about what kind of essay you would need to write. Choose the best opening for an essay answering the prompt.

• Have you ever been to the mountains? Vacationing in the mountains is full of many exciting things.

• Last summer, my family and I went on vacation to the Great Smoky Mountains!

• In my opinion, the best place to go on vacation is the mountains.

Multiple Choice

Read the writing prompt and think about what kind of essay you would need to write. Choose the best opening for an essay answering the prompt.

• Have you ever been to the mountains? Vacationing in the mountains is full of many exciting things.

• Last summer, my family and I went on vacation to the Great Smoky Mountains!

• In my opinion, the best place to go on vacation is the mountains.

Closing:

Turn and talk to a neighbor. Tell them one ract you learned about sharks today.