I Want a Dog: My Opinion Essay (Read and Write)

ISBN: 1629440116

Author: Pattison, Darcy

Condition: New

Hurrah for Essays! All English composition writing lessons should be this much fun.When cousins Dennis and Mellie decide to get a dog, they consider carefully what breed would be best for each family. For example, Dennis wants a big dog, but Mellie wants tiny. He has no other pets, but she has other pets that a dog must get along with. They consider different dog personalities, family situations, and personal preferences. Dennis writes an opinion essay for his teacher, Mrs. Shirky. But will his essay convince his parents to get the dog of his dreams?This story takes a popular subject-kids getting a pet-and adds dogs of all sizes and shapes: all writing lessons should be this much fun. In the end, its cousins and the dogs that keep a reader turning the page. What kind of dog will Dennis choose? Will Mellie want the same kind of dog?This story hits many language arts curriculum needs:-A family story about cousins, Dennis and Mellie-Information on dog breeds-Responsible dog ownership-Example of essay format-Basic English language arts for elementary or primary grades-Tips for teaching writing-Example or model of opinion essay for elementary students-Models the writing process, especially the importance of pre-writing or planning before you write-Completes the writing process by showing the results of Denniss essayI WANT A DOG almost makes good English opinion compositions and essays look too easy. BUY NOW!See other books in THE READ AND WRITE series:- I Want a Cat: My Opinion Essay- My Crazy Dog: My Narrative Essay- My Dirty Dog: My Informative EssayBUY THE WHOLE SET TODAY!ABOUT THE AUTHORChildrens book author Darcy Pattison writes award-winning fiction and non-fiction books for children. Her works have received starred PW, Kirkus, and BCCB reviews. Awards include the Irma Black Honor award, five NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books, Eureka! Nonfiction Honor book, Junior Library Guild selections, and NCTE Notable Childrens Book in Language Arts. Shes the 2007 recipient of the Arkansas Governors Arts Award for Individual Artist for her work in childrens literature. ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATORIn her debut picture book, Ewa ONeill (ewaoneill.com) creates art that is luscious, inventive, and colorful, bringing the story energy and humor. A dog-lover herself, Ewa (pronounced E-vah) gives each breed a personality that helps kids begin to tell dog breeds apart.Perfect for remote learning, digital learning, or home learning. Printables available on our website.