Find a mystery word and learn how to write a type of poem called a limerick.
I can decode words with short vowel sounds. I can recognize familiar short vowel spelling patterns. I can decode words with long vowel sounds. I recognize familiar long vowel spelling patterns. I can decode words with common prefixes and suffixes. I can identify common prefixes and suffixes. I can decode words by breaking them into parts. I can recognize words with common spelling patterns (anchor words/word families). I can read words with irregular spelling patterns (rule breakers/dolch words) without having to sound them out.
I can identify words and phrases that create a beat in a poem or song. I can identify words and phrases that create alliteration in a story, poem or song. I can identify words and phrases that create rhymes in a story, poem or song. I can identify words and phrases that are repeated in a story, poem or song. I can describe how words and phrases create rhythm and add meaning.
I can make real-life connections to words I hear and read. I can recognize verbs and adjectives that have similar meanings and choose the one that best fits the action or description.
I can identify digital tools that will help me produce and publish my writing. I can use digital tools to produce and publish my writing. I can use digital tools to collaborate with others.
