Pumpkin Pie

Our writer's workshop included a cooking lesson today! To teach the third graders the art of writing a "how to" piece, we made pumpkin pies this afternoon. Each table group worked together to follow a detailed recipe. Then, we baked the pies while the children were at lunch/recess. When the pies cooled off, we topped them with cool whip and enjoyed a delicious afternoon treat! The third graders had a blast and I was very impressed with their culinary skills.

Tomorrow each student will begin working on a writing piece called "How to Make a Pumpkin Pie". Using their firsthand knowledge, the children will write detailed instructions to teach someone else how to make and bake a pumpkin pie. Awesome job today, third graders!!