Read about 5 simple steps to writing a creative Thanksgiving story using vocabulary words.
The Fall season is a wonderful time for students to write creatively. Thanksgiving is an especially wonderful time to encourage students to use newly learned vocabulary words to write with.
5 Steps to Thanksgiving Story Writing
It is so easy to use Thanksgiving-themed vocabulary words to get your students to write. Below you will find 5 simple steps for your students to begin writing their Thanksgiving stories.
1. List of Thanksgiving Words
Create your list of Thanksgiving words that you would like for your students to use in their creative writing stories.
2. Introduce & Practice Vocabulary Words
Introduce each of the vocabulary words. Practice the Thanksgiving words by using them in sentences, drawing visuals, and role-playing the meanings.
3. Story prompts!
I like to give my students a few creative storywriting prompts to give them something they can start writing with – an inspiration to get going. Example: Oh no! The turkey escaped and….
4. Creative Use of Vocabulary
Students will use the vocabulary words in their creative stories and can even cross them off one by one as they use them in their writings.
5. Share Stories
Encourage your students to share their Thanksgiving stories aloud, making sure to discuss the vocabulary words again.
Looking for more Thanksgiving writing activities to download for your students? Click on the links below to access more information and printables on writing.
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FREE Thanksgiving Day Printables
Thank you for joining me today to hear about how you can use Thanksgiving vocabulary words to help inspire your students to write stories.
Happy Teaching!
Jen Bradshaw – Teacher Karma
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