This fun, engaging project asks students to apply for a spot in the newspaper as a food critic by creating a persuasive writing piece reviewing their favorite food, as well as illustrating the food. Students will also craft a cover letter to Chef Cooke in their application. Provided in this exciting resource is a letter from Chef Cooke to students, a project description page, a timeline with due dates, a student-friendly rubric, and a persuasive writing outline to guide students through the writing process. Whether you need a fun beginning or end-of-year project, an independent study, an extension activity, or a creative way to keep your students writing, this Food Critic Project is bound to entice writers!
