Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to write a creative story using Lego and magnet tiles as inspiration.

Materials and Prep

• Lego bricks
• Magnet tiles
• Plain paper
• Pencils

Before starting the lesson, make sure you have a basic understanding of how to build with Lego bricks and magnet tiles.

Activities

1. Build a Lego and magnet tile structure: Start by using Lego bricks and magnet tiles to create a unique structure. Let your imagination run wild and experiment with different shapes and designs.
2. Observe and describe your creation: Take a few minutes to carefully observe your structure. Think about its colors, size, and any interesting features. Write down descriptive words or phrases that come to mind.
3. Create a story outline: Using your observations and descriptive words, create an outline for a story that revolves around your Lego and magnet tile structure. Think about characters, setting, and plot. Write down key points for each section of your story.
4. Write your story: Using the outline as a guide, start writing your creative story. Begin with an engaging introduction, develop the plot in the body paragraphs, and end with a satisfying conclusion. Don't forget to include descriptive details about your Lego and magnet tile structure.
5. Revise and edit: Read through your story and make revisions for clarity and coherence. Check for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. Make sure your story flows smoothly and makes sense.
6. Share your story: Once you are satisfied with your final draft, share your story with a family member or friend. Ask for feedback and listen to their thoughts and suggestions.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "Today, we are going to use Lego bricks and magnet tiles to inspire our writing."
• "We will start by building a unique structure using Lego bricks and magnet tiles."
• "After building, we will carefully observe our creation and write down descriptive words or phrases that come to mind."
• "Next, we will create an outline for a story that revolves around our Lego and magnet tile structure. We will think about characters, setting, and plot."
• "Using the outline, we will start writing our creative story. We will include descriptive details about our Lego and magnet tile structure."
• "Once we finish writing, we will revise and edit our story for clarity and coherence. We will also check for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors."
• "Finally, we will share our story with a family member or friend and ask for their feedback."