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Writing a Personal Narrative for Kids - Episode 4: Writing a Draft

K - 5th
In this video, you will learn how to write a draft for your personal narrative story. We will write the important events in order, using transition words and details to describe what happened.
Instructional Video4:29
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Final Copy: Kelsey’s Vacation

K - 8th
Mr. Griot writes the final draft of a short story.
Instructional Video5:07
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Review for You:Writing a Letter

K - 8th
Mr. Griot reads a story about protecting the environment and is so impressed he decides to write a letter to the author.Mr. Griot reviews the important parts of a letter and then demonstrates how he used them in his letter.
Instructional Video16:07
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Making choices between pen or pencil

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can consider the advantages and disadvantages of using a pen or pencil for a task. Key learning points: - Pen and pencil are the most common tools used to write or draw with. - Making a choice between pen and pencil...
Instructional Video20:06
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Deciding between pen or pencil

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can decide which tool is best suited for the purpose. Key learning points: - Pen and pencil are the most common tools used to write or draw with. - Making a choice between pen and pencil depends on the task and the...
Instructional Video5:21
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From First Draft to Final Copy

K - 8th
Mr. Griot shows how to use a graphic organizer to organize the subject of his biography by early life, middle life, and late life. Then he demonstrates the importance of revising and editing. Finally, he reads the final draft of a...
Instructional Video4:56
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Writing the First Draft of Your Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the process of writing the first draft of an essay using a boxes and bullets outline as a guide. The steps include writing each set of boxes and bullets as a new paragraph in full sentences, analyzing...
Instructional Video5:01
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Biography:The Final Copy

K - 8th
Mr. Griot reviews the steps he and the student have taken to write a biography.He models how to write the final copy of his biography.
Instructional Video5:28
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Review for You: Writing Personal Narratives

K - 8th
Mr. Griot reviews the characteristics of a personal narrative. He then shows how graphic organizers are helpful when writing a personal narrative. He reviews the steps that should be followed to move a story from the planning stage to...
Instructional Video4:48
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Revising Your Writing: Rereading and Refining Your Draft

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher guides students through the process of revising their writing to make it the best it can be. They review the structure of a paragraph and discuss the importance of ensuring that each paragraph supports the...
Instructional Video29:18
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Writing the introduction of a non-chronological report about tigers

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can use a plan to write the introduction of a non-chronological report about tigers. Key learning points: - The purpose of the introduction is to engage the reader and give them general information about the report's...
Instructional Video7:01
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Finalizing Writing

K - 8th
A video entitled “Finalizing Writing” which explores three steps of the writing process: revising, editing, and publishing.
Instructional Video3:49
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Making a Plan for Writing an Informational Text with a Table of Contents

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to make a plan for writing an informational text using a table of contents. The process involves reviewing a completed KWL chart, identifying the main topic and details, determining the most...
Instructional Video4:46
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Mackinac Island: A Step Back in Time

K - 8th
Mr. Griot recounts the steps taken to plan and write an informative essay and models the completion of the essay by writing a final draft.
Instructional Video4:32
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Take Me Out to the Ball Game: Final Copy

K - 8th
Mr. Griot reviews the rough draft he wrote about baseball. Then he uses a rubric to evaluate his work. Once he edits and corrects the paper, he writes a final copy of the research report about baseball.
Instructional Video7:55
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Using Descriptive Adverbs to Enhance Writing

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the concept of descriptive adverbs and how they can be used to enhance writing by providing more precise details about actions. The teacher provides examples and prompts students to practice...
Instructional Video4:52
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Writing the First Draft of Your Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write the first draft of an essay using a boxes and bullets outline as a guide. The teacher demonstrates the process step by step, showing how to convert the outline into full sentences and add...
Instructional Video31:14
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Astronauts and French cuisine: writing an article

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Pupil outcome: I can apply my knowledge of vocabulary and grammar from an extended text to write a related article or interview. Key learning points: - The French [o] sound can be open or closed. It is open when followed by any consonant...
Instructional Video5:57
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Personal Narrative: Transforming the Draft into the Final Copy

K - 8th
Mr. Griot works to revise, edit, and add details to a personal narrative. He then models writing the final copy of a personal narrative.
Instructional Video4:48
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How to Write a Powerful Conclusion for an Argumentative Essay

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the steps to draft a strong conclusion for an argumentative essay. The steps include summarizing the argument, identifying a solution, and presenting the consequence of inaction. The teacher provides...
Instructional Video8:44
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Mastering Transitions in Writing: Keeping Your Reader Engaged

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using varied transitions in writing to keep readers engaged. The teacher provides examples of time and place transitions and discusses the use of punctuation. Through interactive...
Instructional Video8:07
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Capitalizing Titles Correctly: A Lesson in Writing

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the rules for capitalizing titles correctly. The students are given examples and practice sheets to apply the rules themselves. The teacher also provides a draft of a narrative and guides the students...
Instructional Video5:04
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Writing a Conclusion: Using the Reverse Funnel Method

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains how to write a conclusion for an essay using the reverse funnel method. The teacher emphasizes the importance of including a conclusion to provide closure to the reader. They guide the viewers through...
Instructional Video8:02
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Consistency in Verb Tense: A Writing Lesson

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher explains the importance of using consistent verb tense in writing. They provide examples and a step-by-step process for identifying and correcting verb tense errors. The video also includes practice exercises...