Lesson 4: Cattle Trails RAFT Writing
Introduction
In this lesson, you will consider the realities of living on the trails or having a loved one on the trails.
Focus Questions:
How did economic incentives influence cattle drives in the late 1800s?
Why were cattle trails and drives needed?
Why did cattle drives come to an end?
Cattle Trails
Hello Again, Friends!
Today, we are going to travel back in time to the late 1800s when cowgals and guys were ropin’ longhorns! You may be wondering what it was really like!
Well, today, you are going to figure that out! You are going to take on the role of either Cookie, a Black Cowboy, or a ranch owner. Cookie is a cowhand living on the trail. A Black Cowboy is just that- a former slave who was freed and now has more respect and freedom living on the trail driving the cattle North. Lastly, a ranch owner is just that- someone who owns a ranch!
You will take on a selected role and write a letter, a newspaper article, or a diary entry. For this assignment, I really want you to get into the role! Talk like you think they would and be creative!
Before you get started, watch this quick video that reviews the 5 main parts of a letter!
Assignment
Now, let’s get started! Read the direction in the assignment carefully! Everything you will need is included in the Google Doc. Feel free to use any of your class resources and/or notes from our first two lessons to include in your writing. Make sure to take a look at the grading criteria in the assignment. Once you are finished, please submit your assignment. You will have two days to complete this assignment.
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For lesson 5, we will continue to work on our RAFT writing. When you are satisfied with your writing, please submit it for a grade.
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