Teacher Resources: Chapter 16

Writing Prompts

Opinion: Describe the different ways a dog could be helpful on a hunt, both for protection and for companionship. Link your opinions and reasons using words and phrases (e.g., for instance, in order to, in addition).

Informative/explanatory: Explain the process by which a sea cave is formed. Link to Voices from the Field to gather your information. Develop your topic with facts and concrete details.

Narrative: Write a narrative account of Karana repairing her canoe. Describe her actions and the materials she used. Use concrete words and phrases and sensory details to convey experiences and events precisely.

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