Functional Writing in Kindergarten

Functional writing in kindergarten is my absolute favorite...although it may be a little pricey at times. I have to remember next year to send a letter to parents ahead of time asking for a few items. Last week, we learned how to blow a bubble using gum, make lemonade, and catch a star. My favorite thing to do is to show my students the materials first and ask them what they think we are going to be doing. I asked my class how to blow a bubble using gum and the first thing they said was to put it in my mouth. I put the gum still in the wrapper in my mouth. It is really great for them to see misconceptions to help them really think about all of the steps. This week we are going to learn how to make alligator pie, fly a kite, blow a bubble using bubbles, and plant seeds. Below you will find a few ideas I've used in our classroom. Enjoy!

This is such a great story to read for functional writing. It is about a little boy who really wants to catch a star. We discussed how we would catch a star. 

Our bulletin board...How to Catch a Star

I love how they use their imagination! 

First I would get 100 balloons. Next I would float to the sky. Last I would catch the star.

How cute is this?
First I would get a parent and we would get wings. Next I would fly up to the sky. Last I would catch a star. 

Click on the picture above to check out my how to fly a kite packet
I will update pictures this week of our class flying kites. :)

First you take the wrapper off. Next you put it in your mouth and chew it. Last you blow the bubble. 

Click on the picture above to check out my Bubble gum unit-it includes the how to blow a bubble writing sheet

What kind of fun things are you doing in your classroom for functional writing?