Today we had a lesson about writing directions, using three giant apples, some Cheez Whiz, and raisins. First we talked about why it is important to tell things in order, how it doesn’t make sense if you don’t start with the first step. Then the class helped me determine what we would need to do to make our snack:
- First wash the apple.
- Next cut the apple into slices.
- Then spread Cheez Whiz on the apple slices.
- Last put raisins on and eat it.
After a few students helped to wash the apples, I cut them into slices. Each student got to spread their own Cheez Whiz and put on raisins. They were very patient waiting for their turns with the spreading knife and most enjoyed the snack!
In the afternoon we reviewed what we had done in the morning and then wrote our own directions. Students had the writing frame: First, Next, Then, Last. Grade 1 students had the option to write the directions or cut apart sentences I had typed and arrange them in the correct order. Grade 2 students were expected to do their own writing. They did a great job, and had fun giving their recipe a title. Some of my favourites: Ms. Collins Apples, Apple Cheez Whiz Raisin Slices, Super Snack, and The Never-Ending Apple. Look for their recipes coming home tomorrow!
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2 thoughts on “Ants on an Apple”
Oh Miss Collins! My tummy is grumbling just reading about this old-school snack! I may have to spread some cheeze whiz on some apple slices this afternoon and sprinkle on a few raisins for good measure!! Sounds like the fun abounds in your classroom. (We miss you.)
Karla (aka Sasha's mom)
I hope you did have some ants on an apple, I thoroughly enjoyed my snack! We miss you too, give the girls a hug from me!
Ms. Collins