Lesson 22

1. Diary Entry Lesson 22

2. Good writers choose precise words that tell exactly what happened and how they felt about what happened. One way to do this is by using vivid, descriptive words.

3. As we read, pay attention to the specific words that describe her experiences. What 3 things did the writer describe as she talked about the journey? the drive across the desert at nightfall long, hard, cold, huddled together The writer felt cold and scared. the scenery U.S. and Mexico look exactly the same, giant saguaros, pink-orange sky, enormous clouds The writer was interested and observant. the starry night made a wish on the first star, too many stars to count, house seems so far away The writer felt hopeful but sad.

4. What does the author describe from her memories of the house where she used to live? beautiful, cozy window seat The writer loves her old bedroom. bedroom trees house huge magnolia trees, perfect white flowers, banana tree with shiny leaves as big as elephant’s ears, ten years old, Dad planted it The writer enjoyed looking at the trees outside her old window. The writer misses the little things that made the house special. grand old house, isn’t empty and cold

5. Writing Prompt – Everyone has experiences that they think about afterwards. Think about an interesting experience you had. Now, write a personal narrative about that experience and how it made you feel. Choose your words carefully and to list specific, colorful words to describe your experiences. Jot down notes about your thoughts and feelings about your experience.

7. Does the entry begin by telling what the writer will describe? Are the events or experiences described in an order that makes sense? Does the word choice help you picture the event and understand the writer’s feelings? Has the writer used action and linking verbs correctly? Peer Conference checklist

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