Giving Directions

Last show we talked a little bit about Jack Berkemeyer’s students writing instructions. This passed along my desk today, and I thought it timely.

First, SpongeBob assumes that Patrick knows what a jar is. Next, he assumes Patrick knows what a lid is. Finally, he assumes that Patrick is clear on what success looks like.

This may be a good introduction to students’ writing directions, or maybe just a sanity break for you (do exactly as I do, do exactly as I do,do exactly as I do,do exactly as I do,do exactly as I do)

http://spongebob.nick.com/videos/play/100great-big-pink-loser-clip/