Derby Day Writing Prompts – Fun and Engaging Classroom Activities

Celebrate the excitement of Derby Day with this engaging writing prompt pack! Whether you’re exploring the famous horse race held in Kentucky, USA, or the Victorian Derby Day in Australia’s Spring Racing Carnival, these activities will spark curiosity and creativity in young learners.

What’s Included in This Pack?

This resource features a variety of tasks designed to enhance vocabulary, critical thinking, and writing skills. Each activity provides a unique way to explore Derby Day and horse racing, making learning fun and interactive.

Writing & Word Activities

• Alphabet Key – Find words related to Derby Day for every letter.
• Descriptive Words – Record and expand vocabulary about Derby Day.
• Horse Words Challenge – Brainstorm and add new words about horses.
• Boggle Task – How many words can you make from ‘Derby Day’?

Science & Concept Development

• Label the Parts of a Horse – Learn about horse anatomy.
• Concept Map – Organize and connect ideas about Derby Day.
• Horses Can – Are – Have – Categorize facts about horses.
• I See, I Think, I Wonder – Reflect on horses and Derby Day.

Critical Thinking & Research Tasks

• Fact Chart – Gather key information about Derby Day.
• Plus, Minus, and Interesting – Analyze Derby Day with a PMI chart.
• 3-2-1 Activity – List three things you know, two opinions, and one question.

Creative & Narrative Writing

• A Jockey’s Silk – Design and describe jockey silks.
• My Horse – Create a racehorse profile.
• How to Ride a Horse – Write a step-by-step explanation.
• How to Train a Horse – Explain horse training techniques.
• Derby Day Retell – Write an exciting retelling of the race.

Bonus Game! 🎲

• Board Game – Enjoy a fun Derby Day-themed game (black-and-white and color versions included).

Why You’ll Love This Resource

• Engaging and interactive activities
• Supports vocabulary, writing, and critical thinking skills
• Perfect for Derby Day celebrations and horse-related lessons
• Print-and-go format for easy classroom use

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