⁣Lesson Plan: Writing a Review of Big Falls Trail and Snow Day with Kids

⁣Lesson Plan: Writing a Review of Big Falls Trail and Snow Day with Kids

Grade Level: 6-8

Subject: Language Arts / Writing

Duration: 60 minutes

Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Objectives:
- Students will visit Big Falls Trail and experience a snow day with kids.
- Students will write a review of their experience, supporting their claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- Students will practice persuasive writing techniques and effectively communicating their opinions.

Materials:
- Transportation arrangements to Big Falls Trail
- Winter clothing and gear for snow activities
- Writing materials for students

Procedure:

1. Introduction (10 minutes):
- Begin the lesson by discussing the purpose of a review and its role in informing and persuading others.
- Engage students in a conversation about their previous experiences with hiking and snow activities, and their expectations for Big Falls Trail and the snow day.

2. Visit Big Falls Trail and Snow Day (4-6 hours):
- Arrange transportation for students to visit Big Falls Trail during a snowy day.
- Provide necessary winter clothing and gear for snow activities, ensuring the safety and comfort of students.
- Encourage students to take notes and observe various aspects of their experience, such as the trail condition, scenic beauty, snow activities, and overall enjoyment.

3. Review Writing Preparation (10 minutes):
- Instruct students to organize their notes and reflections from their visit to Big Falls Trail and the snow day.
- Guide them in identifying the main points they wish to address in their review, such as the trail difficulty, natural beauty, snow activities, safety measures, and overall satisfaction.

4. Writing Activity (25 minutes):
- Instruct students to write a review of their experience at Big Falls Trail and the snow day, using clear reasons and relevant evidence to support their claims.
- Encourage them to employ persuasive writing techniques, such as descriptive language, strong vocabulary, and engaging storytelling.
- Remind students to consider their audience and the purpose of their review.

5. Peer Review and Revision (10 minutes):
- Assign students to exchange their reviews with a partner for peer review.
- Instruct students to provide constructive feedback on the clarity of arguments, organization, use of reasoning and evidence, and persuasive writing techniques.
- Allow time for students to revise and improve their reviews based on peer feedback.

6. Sharing and Discussion (5 minutes):
- Allocate time for students to share excerpts from their reviews with the class.
- Open a discussion about the key aspects of Big Falls Trail and the snow day that students found notable or memorable.
- Encourage students to provide feedback and ask questions about each other's experiences.

7. Class Reflection and Wrap-up (5 minutes):
- Facilitate a reflection discussion by asking students to share their thoughts on their visit to Big Falls Trail and the snow day, and the process of writing a review.
- Discuss the importance of providing clear reasons and relevant evidence in reviews.
- Wrap up the lesson by emphasizing the power of persuasive writing in influencing and informing others.

Common Core Labels Correlations:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.7.1
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.8.1

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