11:00 am - Writing

Standard: 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.
Grouping- Whole group, independent
Materials- Circle map and Tree map
Introduction- Last week we explored pumpkins all week during science.
We became experts on the life cycle of a pumpkin. Turn to your shoulder
partner and share something you learned about pumpkins.
Body of the Lesson- In first grade we have to learn how to write a text
where we inform our readers about something that we have learned. Last
week we learned about pumpkins. This week we are going to be writing
about what we learned.
1. Refer to the t-chart that was created last week about describing words
for the inside and outside of the pumpkin. Read the list together.
2. Pull up the circle/ tree map flip chart on the interactive whiteboard.
Ask students what should go in the middle circle of the circle map (topic).
What goes on the big circle of the circle map? (our ideas) Call on
students to share their ideas and use them to fill in the circle map with
details about pumpkins- remember we are only using words or short
phrases in the circle map. Hand out the circle map and allow students
time to copy ALL the ideas. COLLECT AND SAVE FOR TOMORROW.
Students who need the extra support in copying down the words can use
a clip board to sit in front of the board. Other students can sit at their desk.

Closure- Pair students up and have them one idea they want to write
about tomorrow.
Assessment: formative assessment, TW observe students during partner
share and note if students are engaged and participating in sharing. TW
will walk around the room to see that students are capable of copying
down the information into their own circle map.

Homework- None

Related Standards/Objectives:
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.
RF.1.1a - Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first
word, capitalization, ending punctuation).

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

11:00 am - Writing - 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.
Grouping- Whole group, independent work
Materials- Circle map and Tree map
Introduction- We shared a lot of describing words for our pumpkins
yesterday. Today you will get a chance to choose some of our ideas and
transfer them to your tree map. Remember we use circle maps to help us
remember our ideas.
Body of the Lesson- Transfer information from the circle map to the tree
map by matching ideas to linking verbs.
1. Hand out the circle maps from yesterday.
2. Display the tree map. Ask students what is written at the top
(topic). Point out that we only need 3 ideas to write about. (This week the
students are going to take what we have been practicing and begin to
apply it themselves). Point out the three linking verbs that are already
provided on the tree map. (have, are, feel) Students are going to choose
their own ideas from the circle map. Stress to students that the ideas they
choose have to match up with the linking verbs on the tree map. Model
some correct choices and some incorrect choices, then correct choices
again. Allow students time to complete. Circulate and assist as necessary.
For the group of high students who are ready to move to the next level will
need to add two ideas from the circle map to their tree map. Pumpkins
are orange and round.
Closure- Pair students up and have them orally rehearse their sentences.
COLLECT AND SAVE FOR TOMORROW.
Assessment: Teacher observation. Are students able to copy the correct
information? Note students who need extra help with choosing ideas from
the circle map.

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.
RF.1.1a - Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first
word, capitalization, ending punctuation).

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

11:00 am - Writing - 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.
Grouping- Whole group, independent work
Materials- Circle map and Tree map
Introduction- Yesterday we continued our writing process by filling out the
tree map. Who remembers what we are writing about this week?
Body of the Lesson- Transfer information from the circle map to the tree
map by matching ideas to linking verbs.
1. Hand out the circle/tree maps from yesterday.
2. Remind students how to use crayons to circle each sentence and have
them use 3 different colored crayons to circle each sentence.
3. Have students write the rough draft of their paper. Students who finish
early may begin their published copy either on writing paper or by typing
it on the computer.
Closure- Pair students up and have them orally rehearse their
sentences. COLLECT AND SAVE FOR TOMORROW.
Assessment: formative assessment, are students able to use a capitol, end
mark, and make sure their sentence makes sense? Are students able to
transfer three ideas from their tree map?
Homework- None
Related Standards/Objectives:
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.
RF.1.1a - Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first
word, capitalization, ending punctuation).
W.1.6 - With guidance and support from adults, use a variety of digital
tools to produce and publish writing, including in collaboration with
peers.

Thursday, October 30, 2014

11:00 am - Writing
Standard: 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.
Grouping- Independent
Materials- Circle map and Tree map from yesterday, publishing paper,
Introduction- Yesterday we continued our writing process by filling out the
tree map. When we write our sentence today we check for three things.
Who can tell me those three important things to check for in our writing?
(capitol, end mark, and does it make sense?)
Body of the Lesson- Publish their writing either on the computer or by
writing and illustrating
1. Hand out the circle/tree maps from yesterday.
2. Students will write their final copy on the publishing paper or type it on
the computer.
3. Collect and use for a bulletin board display.
Closure- If time allows, have students share their final copy.
Assessment: Grade the final copies of the circle/ tree map and sentences.
Worth 20 points in the gradebook: 4pts for circle map, 7 points for tree
map, and 3pts each for each sentence.
Homework- None
Related Standards/Objectives:
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.
RF.1.1a - Recognize the distinguishing features of a sentence (e.g., first
word, capitalization, ending punctuation).
W.1.6 - With guidance and support from adults, use a variety of digital
tools to produce and publish writing, including in collaboration with
peers.
L.1.2b - Use end punctuation for sentences.

Pumpkins
Orange
have a lot of seeds
round
Orange

Slimy

have
Pumpkins

feel

are

heavy

orange

hard

sweet
heavy

A lot of seeds