Here is a project that I have done for many years with my third graders. I moved up to fourth grade this year and I have a handful of the same students, so I can't do it again until next year! I read the book "The Best Part of Me." The book is written by children who describe their favorite body parts. I have my kids pick their favorite part of their bodies and write a descriptive poem or paragraph. I also read some of my favorites from past students. I don't give any guidelines or a rubric…
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