Setting the Tone Journal Writing

1. Setting the ToneJournal Writing Using your five senses, describe this classroom.

2. Grammar - Adjectives Read the paragraph. Find and write the 12 adjectives. Then include articles. • Abraham Lincoln’s childhood was unusual. He was born in Kentucky in a small cabin made of logs. His entire family moved seven years later. Their new home was in Indiana. Lincoln’s stepmother was kind. She thought he was a good boy. Lincoln seldom went to school, but he was an eager learner. He read and reread the few books his family owned. As a young man, Lincoln had many jobs. He also had big dreams.

3. Crafting the Lesson • The girl is wearing a dress. Senses Taste Sight Hear Smell Feel

4. With a partner, read the sentence. What adjectives can you add to the sentence? • Read the sentences – What adjectives can you add to the sentence? The turkey is cooking in the oven.

5. Composing Meaning • In a well-developed composition, describe your favorite dessert. You must use the five senses graphic organizer, in which to organize your thoughts before you begin writing. • Your composition must include adjectives.

6. Reflection • If you would like to share your descriptive writing with the class, please raise your hand.