Launching a new writing unit always requires a fun and hands-on lesson, so I always start with how to make fruit salad!
To keep it simple we use just 3 ingredients: bananas, oranges and grapes.
First we brainstorm how we will get to the fruit inside.
Then they each choose a job: peeling, cutting, separating as well as passing out bowls, forks and serving.
After everyone has eaten, we make a class chart for each step.
I have used this activity to launch our how to unit for several years now and it really helps my students get into the mode of writing using steps.
We usually follow up the next day by writing a How to Chart together.
We spend a few days charting school procedures together and then they begin to transition into writing their own three step how to's!
Looking for books to support your How To unit? Check out my blog post!
What activities do you use to support how to writing in your class?
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