Mrs. Munk's Poetry Picture Book - StoryBird

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Proposed Project Summary
My students will view my StoryBird book for an example then create their own account. We have been discussing poetry in class and they will make a story geared toward first-grade students using the language techniques we have been studying. Once finished, the students will be paired in small groups and we will visit several first-grade classrooms. Each student will take turns within their group to present their story to their assigned first-grade students. 

What is the BIG idea I want my students to walk away with?
I want my students to apply the poetry techniques we have been studying and to feel the thrill of being a published writer! I want them to feel that writing can be fun and to see the effect it can have on others. 

Statement of Need (Why does this project need to be done)
This will help my students to really dig deep into their creative side and apply what they have been learning. By creating their own stories, they will better understand how to create poetry and see how writing can be fun. 

English Language Arts Grade 5, Production and Distribution of Writing
Writing Standard 4: 
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. 

Educational Technology - Grades 3-5 
Standard 5:
Use technology tools (e.g., multimedia authoring, presentation, web tools, digital cameras, scanners) for individual and collaborative writing, communication, and publishing activities to create knowledge products for audiences inside and outside the classroom. (3, 4)