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Writing Reports Lesson PlanWriting Reports Lesson Plan
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Overcoming Obstacles
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6th - 8th
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English Language Arts
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Writing Reports

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Following a review of how to research and take notes, scholars define the term paraphrase and identify ways to organize information and finish reports. To put their newfound knowledge to the test, learners interview a peer, take notes, and write a brief report about their favorite book, show, or movie.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

writing reports, organizing information, Writing, Expository Writing, paraphrasing, interviewing

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the lesson as an icebreaker towards the start of of the school year to better get to know one another
  • Invite pupils to share their finished products or display them for others to read at their leisure 

Classroom Considerations

  • The fifth of seven lessons in a series that focuses on effective study habits
  • The lesson takes two class periods to complete

Pros

  • Allows peers to get to know each other
  • Boosts writing skills

Cons

  • None

Common Core

W.6.4 SL.6.6 W.7.4 SL.7.6 W.8.4 SL.8.6

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