Introduce high school freshmen to the characteristics of informative writing with a 5-day lesson that distinguishes informative writing from other modes. Scholars learn how to search for and cite reliable resources, then research and craft an informative essay about an item they would purchase if they had a million dollars.

Concepts

informative writing, interviewing, descriptive writing, argumentative writing, persuasive techniques, citations, research writing

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Instructional Ideas

• Print the cards on different colored stock and laminate them to permit reuse
• Have researchers post their report along with a picture of their million-dollar item

Classroom Considerations

• Requires projection equipment for the slide show and the videos, and copies of two handouts and a rubric 
• Class members need access to devices with internet and printers

Pros

• Teacher notes provide additional scaffolding for the lessons
• The video of 2 Chainz will certainly capture the attention of class members

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.9-10.2 RI.9-10.3 RI.9-10.5 RI.9-10.6 W.9-10.1.a