Introduction
Hey guys!
Today we will begin a new writing unit. We will focus on central idea and informative writing. By the end of this unit, you should be able to meet the targets listed below.
- I can compose a informative essay based on three informational texts about Gabby Douglas.
- I can describe the central idea of three informational texts about Gabby Douglas.
Throughout the course of this webquest, you will be asked to visit several links to read texts and to watch video clips. Also, some of the links will direct you to a different website. You are expected to stay on the assigned webpages only.
Enjoy!
Mrs. Byler
Task
Task A: The following links will direct you to three articles related to Gabby Douglas's life story. Read the following articles. After you read each article, record the central idea in Microsoft Word.
2. http://gabrielledouglas.com/biography
3. http://www.biography.com/people/gabby-douglas-20900057
Task B: Watch the following video clip. Record the central idea in your Microsoft Word.
Task C: Respond to the following writing prompt in Microsoft Word. Remember to POW (pull apart the prompt, organize your thoughts, and then write the informative essay).
You have read two texts about Gabby Douglas. Write an informative essay in which you use text evidence to show that Gabby Douglas is extraordinary. Your essay must be based on information from the two articles.