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Writing, Phonics, and Vocabulary
Week 3 - Day 1
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- In the story, Trail into Darkness, Luke is scared to be lost in nature. What dangers did he face while out in nature? Describe a time that you were scared by something in nature (for example, an animal, a natural disaster, being lost).
- IXL - Shades of meaning with pictures
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Writing, Phonics, and Vocabulary
Week 3 - Day 2
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- The story, Trail into Darkness, is written from Luke’s point of view. We see what look is doing and what Luke is feeling. But, Luke is not the only character in the story. Imagine that the story is being written from Luke’s dad’s point of view. In your journal, rewrite the end of the story, starting at the point that Luke is separated from his family. Make sure to include:
- When does his dad notice?
- What is his dad thinking?
- What does his dad say?
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Writing, Phonics, and Vocabulary
Week 3 - Day 3
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- In the story Trail into Darkness, Luke acts bravely, despite being afraid, when he gets separated from his family. Today, begin writing a personal narrative (story) about a time when you acted bravely despite the fact that you were scared. Be sure to introduce the character, the setting and the main event/conflict (what scared you) in the story. Also, push yourself to start your story with a hook! If you are unsure of what a hook is or need a reminder, here is a quick video!!
- IXL - Show character emotions and traits
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Writing, Phonics, and Vocabulary
Week 3 - Day 4
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- Continue writing your narrative. Today, complete the middle of your narrative (new paragraph). Be sure to show what your characters are doing and what they are feeling. Also, make sure to include dialogue (characters speaking to one another). This will make the story feel more realistic.
- IXL - Add descriptive details to sentences
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Writing, Phonics, and Vocabulary
Week 3 - Day 5
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- Finish writing your narrative. Today, finish up your narrative (last paragraph) and make sure there is a resolution (ending) to your story (how you overcame the fear). Reread your story today, looking that you wrote multiple paragraphs and that the story makes sense. Read it to a family member, a pet or call a friend and share it with them!
- IXL - Revise the sentence using a stronger verb
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