Creative Writing in Following the Equator by Mark Twain

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Theme:

Creative Writing

Grades:

6 - 8

Subject:

Reading and Language Arts

Duration:

One class period

Standards
& Goals:

Virginia State Learning Standards

  • The student will read and demonstrate comprehension of a variety of fiction, narrative nonfiction and poetry. 
  • The student will develop narrative, expository and persuasive writing.


Note that standards in this lesson plan are for example only. This lesson can be easily adapted to meet your state's specific standards.

 

Objectives:

Students will:

  • Read/listen to Following the Equator by Mark Twain.
  • Use the creative writing process to write the beginning, middle and conclusion of stories.
  • Complete a story exchange with at least two other classmates.
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