My Favorite Animal
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What you will learn
- 1Write about a favorite animal by naming it, describing it, and giving a reason with because
- 2Use animal vocabulary — describing words and action words — to build lively three-sentence paragraphs
Mini Lesson
When you write about an animal you love, you want the reader to understand what it is, what it is like, and why you love it. Three sentences can do all of that!
Sentence 1 — Name it
- Tell the reader which animal is your favorite.
- Pattern: My favorite animal is a [animal].
- Example: My favorite animal is a dog.
Sentence 2 — Describe it
- Use describing words to paint a picture of the animal.
- Think about size, color, how it feels, or what it can do.
- Example: It is soft, fluffy, and very playful.
Sentence 3 — Say why
- Use because to give your reason.
- Pattern: I love [animals] because [reason].
- Example: I love dogs because they are loyal and fun.
Animal vocabulary
- Common animals: dog, cat, rabbit, bird, fish, lion, elephant, dolphin.
- Action words: runs, swims, flies, jumps, roars, purrs.
- Describing words: soft, fluffy, fast, gentle, colorful, loud, quiet.
Words to know
Describing word
A word that tells what an animal is like
e.g. soft, fluffy, fast, gentle
Action word
A verb that shows what an animal does
e.g. runs, swims, flies, roars
Because
A word used to give a reason
e.g. I love dogs because they are loyal.
Ask yourself: "Did I name the animal, describe it, and give a reason with because?"
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