Writing Celebration

We had our first writing celebration on Tuesday afternoon. The first graders finished their first published piece. They are officially authors! We have been writing in our journals all year long. A few weeks ago the students chose a piece they wanted to publish. They then 'fancied it up' and added more details to the piece. Next, they went through the editing process with Ms. Lucy and Ms. Johnson. Then they were ready to write their final draft, illustrate a picture, and create a cover. Finally, it was time to celebrate!

We started off the celebration in a 'sharing circle.' We all sat in a circle and the students each read their favorite part of their story. Then the students got into small groups and they shared their whole story and picture. We ended the celebration with a toast and small treat. The students were very excited to toast and celebrate together. We are very proud of them!

*Sharing stories with a small group






*Our toast! Cheers to the 1J Authors!


Later in the year we will invite the families into the classroom for a writing celebration!