Animal Report Packet

This is An Animal Report Packet presented in a TIDE format.

The TIDE format consists of:

-1 topic

-3 ideas

-3 details

-1 ending

This is a thorough graphic organizer that is meant to support the brainstorming and writing process for students. It can easily be applied across any topic for any writing project.

Included in this file you will find:

-A parent letter about the project

-TIDE graphic organizers for three paragraphs of informative writing along with writing paper for the first drafts of each

-A blank page for them to create a cover for the report

-A page for pictures of the animal, final draft paper, an example of completed organizers and a final draft to match

-A couple of rubric options for both writing and/or oral presentation.

The three paragraphs will address:

• Why students chose the animal they chose

• A few basic facts about the animal (e.g., habitat, diet, physical description)

• A few cool or unique facts about the animal Generally, this project takes my students about 4-5 days to complete. The oral presentation takes another day or two. I send home the parent letter a week in advance. I’ve done this with both second and third graders and found it to work well for both.

This packet will equip your learners with everything they need to feel prepared and successful from beginning to end. The example outlines and report are a great way to ensure students are on track. All you have to do is print and go.

An 18 page printable PDF