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First graders explore language arts by reading a classic story in class. In this word choice lesson, 1st graders read the story of Johnny Appleseed and identify the descriptive words and sentences the author used to entice the reader. Students share an apple in class in order to use vocabulary words to describe the taste and texture.

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johnny appleseed, storytelling

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descriptive writing, johnny appleseed, storytelling, english language arts
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Grade
1st
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
Instructional Strategies
Inquiry-Based Learning
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