3.W.1 Write opinion pieces on topics or texts, supporting a point of view with reasons.
3.W.2 Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
3.W.3 Write narratives to develop real or imagined experiences or events using effective technique, descriptive details, and clear event sequences.
3.W.5 With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing. (Editing for conventions should demonstrate command of Language standards 1–3 up to and including grade 3.)
3.W.6 With guidance and support from adults, use technology to produce and publish writing (using keyboarding skills) as well as to interact and collaborate with others
Brief Description: Classes take responsibility in creating a class newsletter or newspaper. Working together in groups students are allowed to pick topics and methods or completion. The freedom and flexibility of this activity provides students an opportunity to work with topics of interest. The creativity also helps to stimulate curiosity.
Title: Classroom Newsletter / Newspaper
Grade: 3-5Common Core Standards incorporated:
Brief Description: Classes take responsibility in creating a class newsletter or newspaper. Working together in groups students are allowed to pick topics and methods or completion. The freedom and flexibility of this activity provides students an opportunity to work with topics of interest. The creativity also helps to stimulate curiosity.