This resource is included in the mega bundle: OPINION/NARRATIVE/BIOGRAPHY WRITING MEGA BUNDLE ******************************************************************************** NARRATIVE/OPINION/BIOGRAPHY WRITING BUNDLE: FLIPBOOKS/INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK: EDITABLE Adhering to structure specific to a writing genre is necessary to generate a cohesive whole. These three flipbooks will scaffold the structural components of an OPINION, a NARRATIVE and a BIOGRAPHY at every stage of the writing process. Separate files with British English spellings included. ******************************************************************************** The range of resources included in the flipbook packs in this bundle are outlined below: 1. NARRATIVE WRITING EDITABLE FLIPBOOK PACK ✓ Blackline flipbook templates (editable) ✓ Twenty Posters/Anchor Charts on the structural components of a Narrative ✓ Seven detailed Narrative Picture Prompts ✓ Lined sheets for publishing written content ✓ VCOP (color) Posters/Anchor Charts ✓ Student reference sheets on vocabulary, punctuation, openers, and connectives ✓ Self and peer-editing Checklist ✓ Teacher Grading Rubric ✓ Graphic Organizers x 2 on the Plot ****************************************************************************** EDITABLE FLIPBOOK PARTS: Edit text in text box Cover Template X 5: edit student details and quote The Writing Prompt: a prompt is given on this template. You also have the option to edit text and write your own prompt. The Introduction: point of view, characters, time and setting, brief prelude to what will take place The Body: plot (rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution), the conflict and how it is getting resolved The Conclusion: problem is solved, conclusive ending (new beginning, surprise ending, or a self-reflection) Use VCOP to color code when self-editing after draft is written. Then have students use the self and peer-editing checklists, and finally have students publish their writing. ******************************************************************************** 2. OPINION/PERSUASIVE WRITING EDITABLE FLIPBOOK PACK ✓ Poster defining ‘Opinion Writing’ ✓ Posters/Anchor Charts on the five ways to begin an Introduction: a scene, a quotation, a definition, a hypothetical question and a strong statement ✓ Posters/Anchor Charts on the three Body paragraphs and one concluding paragraph. These posters/anchor charts provide a visual structural example of how a persuasive piece is written. The sections are color-coded, so students can distinguish between the hook, opinion, and thesis statement in the Introduction, and topic sentence, supporting details, and concluding sentence for each Body paragraph. ✓ Flipbook templates in black and white ✓ Self-editing Checklist ✓ Peer-editing Checklist ✓ Teacher Marking Rubric ✓ Lined sheets for publishing ✓ Six writing task-card (color and blackline) prompts ✓ Graphic Organizers x 5 to scaffold structure ****************************************************************************** EDITABLE FLIPBOOK PARTS: Edit text in text box THE WRITING PROMPT There is a given writing prompt for students to write persuasively on. You also have the option of writing your own writing prompt. THE INTRODUCTION Prompt for students to include a hook, their opinion, and a thesis statement. THE BODY Guideline for students to include a topic sentence for each of the three reasons, followed by supporting details, and a concluding sentence. There are two templates for the body paragraphs. THE CONCLUSION Checklist for students to include a summary statement to re-state their opinion, brief summary of the reasons provided, and a call to action. ****************************************************************************** 3. WRITING A BIOGRAPHY FLIPBOOK PACK ✓ Blackline flipbook templates (editable) ✓ Posters/Anchor Charts on the structural components of a Biography X 9 ✓ Lined sheets for publishing written content ✓ Self and peer-editing Checklist ✓ Teacher Grading Rubric ****************************************************************************** EDITABLE FLIPBOOK PARTS: Edit text in text box Cover Template X 7: edit student details and quote The Writing Prompt: instructions to access the given website and collect information on any one person’s biographical information The Introduction: Name of subject, time period and place, what the subject is known for and how has the subject made a difference in the lives of others or to society. The Body: key information on the subject’s family, childhood, and major achievements, accomplishments, and obstacles. The Conclusion: current place of residence of subject or date, year, and place of death if applicable, importance of subject, contributions to society and famous quote. ****************************************************************************** HOW TO ASSEMBLE: FLIPBOOK You can choose either of the two options. 1. Print out the templates in blackline. Cut around each template and assemble from smallest template to largest template. Have students color in image and lettering. Staple/glue at the top. 2. Print out the templates on cardstock (different colors). Cut around each template and assemble. Students may color in image and lettering. Staple/glue at the top. ****************************************************************************** SUGGESTED USE: → Project the PDF file on the interactive whiteboard to teach the structure via the posters/anchor charts. Also show students the flipbook templates and completed sample. Discuss the requirements for each template. → Have students fill in the templates. This could also serve as their draft where they could use the self-editing and peer-editing checklists to edit. Finally have students publish on given writing sheets or type out content from draft observing corrections. ****************************************************************************** HOW TO ASSEMBLE: INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK Cut around templates. Assemble smallest to largest. Glue down largest template (conclusion) in notebook. Paste other templates at the top tab one above the other from largest to smallest. Photo of completed sample included. ****************************************************************************** PREPARATION Have students compile all sections of the flipbook prior to research and writing. This flipbook is sure to make the entire experience of writing, not just enjoyable, but more meaningful. *********************************************************************** These three flipbooks are also sold separately: BIOGRAPHY FLIPBOOK/INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK ORGANIZER NARRATIVE WRITING FLIPBOOK/INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK ORGANIZER OPINION/PERSUASIVE WRITING FLIPBOOK/INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK ORGANIZER *********************************************************************** Interested in getting your students to write biographies on 44 American presidents, 32 Black History heroes and notable women of history? They can take their pick from the EDITABLE graphic organizers included in the bundles below. The end product is sure to make an impressive bulletin board display. WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH: BIOGRAPHY AMERICAN PRESIDENTS: BIOGRAPHY BLACK HISTORY: BIOGRAPHY