Lost & Found Adventure Story Writing Activity Winter Sub Plan 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Grade
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A funny winter narrative prompt about the secret life of missing mittens, scarves, and boots! Includes matrix, planner, writing pages, and editing checklist. Great for December ELA and grades 2–5.
Take students on a hilarious school adventure with Lost in the School Lost & Found Writing Activity! In this imaginative prompt, winter items like mittens, boots, and scarves come to life as they try to escape the lost & found or reunite with their owners.
Students mix and match elements from the 4x4 story matrix to create a one-of-a-kind narrative full of personality, teamwork, and winter problem-solving.
Use it for:
✔️ December ELA activities
✔️ Narrative writing practice
✔️ No-prep sub plans
✔️ Fun Friday writing
✔️ 2nd–5th grade writing
What’s Included:
- Story Matrix (characters, settings, conflicts, resolutions)
- Brainstorming/planning sheet
- Writing pages
- Editing checklist
- Teacher instructions
- Student directions
This activity combines winter fun with meaningful writing practice, giving students a creative way to strengthen narrative structure and descriptive detail.
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.