By using a 'mentor text', we were able to review and practice the skill of paragraphing. The Important book is a fantastically descriptive book that points out the simple things in life, that go unnoticed.
By using this text structure, we reviewed the idea of a paragraph being composed of one big idea, supported by many unique, insightful and well thought out ideas. Below you will find snippets from our Important Book.
Walls
The most important thing about a wall is that it holds you in place. It keeps you warm from places like Antarctica. It holds objects like stairs in place from falling. It helps to protect you from weather like hurricanes. The most important thing about a wall is that it holds you in place.
~DK~
The Most Important Thing About a Tree is
The most important thing about a Tree is that it creates oxygen. Trees are a home for birds and other animals. Trees can filter the air so we can breath. We can also make wood from Trees and make a campfire. We can climb Trees to get a better view of things. We can also make paper from trees.
The most important thing about a Tree is that it creates oxygen.
~KW~
The Most Important Thing About a Hamster is
~DK~
The Most Important Thing About a Tree is
The most important thing about a Tree is that it creates oxygen. Trees are a home for birds and other animals. Trees can filter the air so we can breath. We can also make wood from Trees and make a campfire. We can climb Trees to get a better view of things. We can also make paper from trees.
The most important thing about a Tree is that it creates oxygen.
~KW~
The Most Important Thing About a Hamster is
The most important thing about a hamster is…It teaches us about responsibility. It gives us company. It entertains us. It brings us joy. It’s cute. But the most important thing about a pet is it teaches us about responsibility.
~SP~
~SP~
