October Writing 2015

October Writing 2015

This month, we are launching our realistic fiction unit.  Students will write two realistic fiction stories.  For each story, they will create a main character, secondary characters, and plot based on a realistic problem they may face in their own lives.  They will utilize a story mountain to plan at least 5 – 6 scenes for their story.  Students will focus on making their writing more interesting to readers by including dialogue, three step action, and inner thinking to convey feelings and a lesson in their stories.  One way you can support your 2^nd grade writer at home during this unit is by having them practice telling you stories or write realistic stories in a journal.