Animals

Do your students love animal research projects?

It’s a great way to introduce non-fiction writing.

Emergent writers need a LOT of support and encouragement! We always complete the first few animal projects all together as a class, so that students can work in pairs or small groups, and feel confident being able to reference specific teacher examples on the board.

As the year begins, we choose seasonal animals to match our themes: bats for Halloween and reindeer or polar bears for December.

Once students feel confident, they can choose their own animals to explore. Allowing choice gives students a sense of ownership over their projects and adds enthusiasm.