A Long Walk to Water – Front Page Newspaper Writing Lesson & Creative Activity

 Step into the role of a journalist with this creative writing activity based on A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park. Students will use their analytical and writing skills ot craft a front-page newspaper article for The Water Chronicle that captures Salva Dut’s inspiring well-building mission and its impact on communities in need. 

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Included in the A Long Walk to Water Front Page Newspaper Writing Lesson & Creative Activity:

➡️ Student Instruction Page: Guide students step-by-step through the parts of a newspaper article—headline, lead paragraph, supporting details, conclusion, quotes, and images—using clear examples and writing tips.

➡️ Pre-Writing Graphic Organizer: Support the writing process with a structured organizer that helps students brainstorm key events, quotes, and facts from the novel before drafting their article.

➡️ Final Copy Newspaper Template: Provide a polished, printable layout where students publish their finished article, complete with space for headlines, images, and captions to bring their story to life.

This activity is best used as a culminating assignment at the end of the novel unit, allowing students to synthesize their understanding while showcasing the story’s central themes of perseverance and hope.

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