Author's Purpose + Persuasive Letter

Hello 304!  Wow, our week has flown by!  
In this post, please write me a letter about a book you have read this week.  

1. In the letter, you should include the author's purpose and tell why you think it was to either entertain, inform, or to persuade.  

2. You should also try to persuade me into reading that book.  Please have at least two reasons why I should read your book.  

Happy commenting!

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I am Thankful for...

    In this season of thanksgiving, I am thankful for my wonderful family and friends.  I am also thankful for the great group of students in 304!  They make it a joy to teach them each and every day.




In this post, I want you to tell me what you are thankful for and why.


Happy Thanksgiving 304!

Friendly Letter Writing about Reading Strategy

Dear Third Graders,
     Please write me a friendly letter about a book that you are reading this week.  Be sure to include the 5 parts of a friendly letter, a short summary of the book, and examples of your reading strategy.  You should also focus on using correct conventions.  I look forward to reading your letters.


                                                                      Sincerely,
                                                                       Mr. D.

Main Idea and Details

 In the National Geographic Explorer magazine, you read the article "The Hidden Lives of Leaves."  In this post, please tell me the main idea of the article along with TWO details that support your main idea.  Once you have posted, please click on the Into the Book - Summarizing the Main Idea link in the Reading Resources.  Get ready to work for Jelly Bones Jones.  Ahoy!!!

Main Idea and Supporting Details

Three Branches of Government