Hot Chocolate Catastrophe Story Writing Activity Winter ELA Sub Plan 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Grade
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"Such a fun assignment that fostered the motivation that my reluctant writer so needed! My son loved the prewriting table with choices, which also helped him organize his paragraphs. The editing checklist at the end also helped him be in charge of his own writing." -Daniela B., Homeschool Mom
A cozy and silly winter writing prompt where the hot cocoa causes total chaos! Includes story matrix, planner, writing pages, and editing checklist. Perfect for December ELA, sub plans, early finishers, and grades 2–5.
Warm up your writing block with The Hot Cocoa Catastrophe Writing Activity! Students will love imagining the silly chaos inside a cozy winter kitchen when a cup of cocoa becomes just a little too dramatic.
Using the 4x4 story matrix, students mix and match characters, settings, problems, and solutions to craft their own narrative. Marshmallow arguments? Spoons staging a revolt? A mug that needs anger management? Anything goes!
Great for:
✔️ December ELA & writing centers
✔️ No-prep emergency sub plans
✔️ Early finisher choices
✔️ 2nd–5th grade narrative writing
What’s Included:
- 4x4 Story Matrix
- Brainstorming organizer
- Writing templates
- Editing checklist
- Teacher instructions
- Student directions
This is an easy, high-engagement narrative writing assignment that brings winter fun into your classroom with zero prep.
BUT DON'T STOP THERE! This product includes 4 extension activity ideas. These ideas draw on STEAM concepts to allow all kinds of learners to express their ideas.
