Ocean Animal Report

This is an Ocean Animal Report utilizing the TIDE format.

Included in this file you will find a parent letter about the project, prompts for each paragraph, 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 ocean animal, final draft paper, an example of completed organizers and a final draft to match, and a couple of rubric options for both writing and/or oral presentation.

The three paragraphs will address:

• Why students chose the ocean animal they chose

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

• A few cool or unique facts about the ocean 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.

Here’s a further breakdown of the paragraphs:

Paragraph One Writing Prompt:

Write an informative paragraph explaining why you chose the ocean animal you chose for your report.

Paragraph Two Writing Prompt:

Write an informative paragraph explaining three basic facts about your ocean animal (e.g., diet, habitat, physical characteristics).

Paragraph Three Writing Prompt:

Write an informative paragraph explaining three unique facts about your ocean animal (e.g., speed, communication, lifestyle).

This resource is a thorough and engaging way to build research and writing skills.

A 20 page printable PDF