If I could have any unique animal it would be...

It has been a crAzy week!  Today was the first day of our spring break, so as you can imagine, there was a lot of excitement yesterday.  And, lots of excitement calls for a change of pace.  

We have been working super hard on opinion and persuasive writing.  The kiddos have written and given speeches, written letters, and most recently they have been writing petitions.  For this last day before break we needed some fun.  I gave the students this task:

If you could have any unique, made-up, or weird animal, what would it be?

Create this animal by using construction paper.  However, paper can only be torn!  No scissors allowed.  Once your creature is created, you need to create an advertisement convincing your audience that they need your animal.  What would it do?  Why would somebody want this animal?  Your advertisement needs to have the following parts...

1. Bold, brave thesis statement

2. Reasons and explanations why this animal is needed

3. A heart-string story- to evoke the emotions of audience

This activity was so much fun.  For an entire hour, the room was filled with laughter, smiles, enthusiasm, and excitement.  And the best part?  The kiddos were so proud of their work.  They wanted their writing to be read and to show off their creatures to everyone!  I could have put up all 24 projects because they are just so darn cute, but I selected a few favorites to share with you!  Enjoy!

I will leave you with this last image.  My two pesky cats did not want me working on school this afternoon.  It was almost as if they were saying "It is spring break.  No school work for you!"

Happy Easter~

Heidi