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Young poets research an animal and use the information they gather to craft and illustrate a cinquain.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include the activity in a study of endangered species and have kids pick an animal on that list as the subject of their poem
Classroom Considerations
- The lesson focuses young writers' attention on words that describe, show, express feelings, and on synonyms
Pros
- The packet includes a detailed plan, sample cinquains, assessment suggestions, and optional enrichment activities
Cons
- None