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SLIDE 1 (experience it): Have some FUN! Tap Watch, listen, sing and move along to the roller coaster song. SLIDE 2 (learn about it): Watch the video about roller coasters 2 times. First, watch it for fun. The second time, you're on a fact finding mission. Which facts will help you to get your reader to agree with your opinion of roller coaster? Add those facts to your notes. SLIDE 3 (planning): Use the and tool to write and draw pictures to fill in the 4-square writing organizer. Use your notes to help you. SLIDE 4 (writing): Tap Type your opinion about why you like or do not like roller coasters. Remember to indent. INCLUDE: 1. an introduction that captures the reader's attention and states your main idea (What is your opinion about roller coasters? Clearly state it!) 2. your reasons from your organizer that clearly show your opinion 3. a conclusion that restates your main idea and cleverly closes your paper Tap Read your story Tap To end your recording Tap To upload your story to your portfolio