October 2 - 6

 Learning Intentions:

I can create written texts for a variety of purposes and audiences 

I can organize ideas around clear ideas that are supported by examples

I can relate ideas and connect paragraphs using a variety of transitions

(Grade 6 ELAL)

This week in grade 6, we learned how to choose a topic, organize information, write cohesive paragraphs, and put it all together to form an essay. Teachers modelled each step for the students then students had the opportunity to add to the next section of their own essays. Students chose topics based on whatever interests them that they know a lot about; this eliminated a research step while they are learning about essay organization. We have a class of authors! They are doing a great job on their writing! Next week, we will finish up our rough drafts then participate in the peer editing process before publishing our essays.