⁣Lesson Plan: Writing a Review of Camping at Big Sur Campground & Cabins with Kids

⁣Lesson Plan: Writing a Review of Camping at Big Sur Campground & Cabins with Kids

Grade Level: 4-6

Subject: English Language Arts

Duration: 90 minutes (can be divided into multiple sessions)

Common Core Standards:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.1: Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to the task.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.1: Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons and information.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to the task.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.4: Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.

Objectives:
- Students will write a review of their experience camping at Big Sur Campground & Cabins with a focus on family-friendly aspects.
- Students will support their opinions with reasons and evidence from their camping experience.
- Students will practice organizing their writing in a clear and coherent manner.

Materials:
- Paper or writing notebooks
- Writing utensils

Procedure:

1. Introduction (10 minutes):
- Begin the lesson by discussing the purpose of a review and its importance in providing information and recommendations to others.
- Introduce Big Sur Campground & Cabins as a camping destination known for its family-friendly amenities and beautiful surroundings.

2. Pre-Writing: Brainstorming (15 minutes):
- Lead a class discussion to generate a list of positive aspects and experiences students had while camping at Big Sur Campground & Cabins with their families.
- Encourage students to recall specific details such as activities, facilities, scenery, and overall atmosphere.

3. Writing: Drafting the Review (30 minutes):
- Instruct students to use their brainstorming notes to draft their review.
- Remind students to begin with an introduction that sets the context and purpose of the review.
- Encourage students to support their opinions with reasons and evidence from their camping experience.
- Guide students in organizing their writing by dividing it into paragraphs, each focusing on different aspects of their experience (e.g., accommodations, activities, amenities).

4. Peer Review and Revision (20 minutes):
- Pair students or form small groups for peer review.
- Instruct students to exchange their drafts and provide constructive feedback on organization, clarity, and supporting details.
- Encourage students to revise their writing based on the feedback received.

5. Final Draft and Sharing (15 minutes):
- Instruct students to write their final draft, incorporating revisions and improvements based on peer feedback.
- Allow students to share their reviews with the class or in small groups.
- Discuss the common themes and observations that emerge from the reviews.

Common Core Labels Correlations:
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.1
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.4.4
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.1
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.4
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.1
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.6.4

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