Elementary School Writing-Expository Activities

This is an introduction to the scientific method recording sheet designed with first and second graders in mind. It has simple vocabulary and gives the students the option of drawing or writing about their observations.

These recording sheets are included in our "My Science Journal" as well.

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This includes two Articles "How do hurricanes form? A step-by-step guide" and "How Do Hurricanes Form?" plus a graph titled "Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale" . After reading these two articles students are given a prompt for an expository essay on how hurricanes are formed. There is also an outline sheet included for students to use in order to help them organize their essay. Plus a rubric for easy grading of final essay.

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Writing Thesis Statements

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The Wacky Writing Kids' Bundle comes with 3 products bundled together for a discounted price. The bundle comes with All Wacky Writing Kids templates and writing prompts.

The Wacky Writing Kids products are great to incorporate fun and creativity while practicing the different types of writing. Students will love to construct each Wacky Kid Template. The template serves as a Writing Anchor Poster or Plan for each type of writing. After students create their writing plan they can write their paragraph on the lined paper provided. The Wacky Writing kids template also includes a writing checklist to proofread and edit their writing. The Wacky Writing kids make a fun wall display! This is a great activity as part of a Writing Lesson, at a Writing Workstation, or as an Art and Craft project.

The Wacky Writing Kids Bundle includes all three of the following products:

Wacky Writing- Informative Kit

Informative Isaac Body Template (writing plan)

Informative Isabelle Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

Wacky Writing- Narrative Kit

Narrative Nate Body Template (writing plan)

Narrative Natalie Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

Wacky Writing- Persuasive Kit

Persuasive Pete Body Template (writing plan)

Persuasive Paula Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

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Students learn to write a thesis statement with this interactive presentation. Comes with: Handouts Examples Individual and group writing activities Peer Workshopping Answer Key Supplemental Resources Easy to understand, implement, and use as introduction, reinforcement, or assessment. Meets CCSS.

Engage Your 3rd-5th Graders with Video Game-Themed Writing Prompts!

Unlock your gamer students’ creativity with these high-interest writing prompts designed for video game loving kiddos! Perfect for both public school and homeschool settings, these prompts inspire reluctant writers by connecting with their passion for video games.

Easy to Use:

Simply print out the pages, and students can dive into writing right away. Each page includes a small graphic organizer to help them plan their thoughts, or they can use the full-sized graphic organizer separately for more detailed work. These prompts will turn writing practice into an exciting and imaginative experience!

Here’s what you’ll get:

• 14 writing prompts for gamers
• Simple instructions to get started
• Printable writing prompts
• Student response sheets
• Simple graphic organizer and tracker
• Certificate of Completion
• Extension Activities

Ideas for use:

This resource provides engaging writing prompts for students who enjoy video games. You can use these at a writing station, with online students, or in your homeschool. I’ve also included several extension activities to use the materials further.

Why your students will love this:

Your students will love practicing their writing skills based on a topic they love during language arts stations or independent practice. 

They’ll be engaged because they will be writing about a subject they are interested in and that will further develop their mathematical skills.

**Prep is quick and easy…**Just print the pages, gather writing materials, and you’re ready for a fun and engaging writing activity.

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Celebrate Thanksgiving in your classroom with this fun writing activity that doubles as classroom decorations! Students can each decorate a piece of the banner and reflect and write about what they are thankful for this year. This is a great writing center activity and students will love seeing their writing displayed as a banner in the classroom or hallway.

This activity set is perfect for use during November, around Thanksgiving, or anytime during the Fall.

This printable banner activity is perfect for third grade, fourth grade, fifth grade, and sixth grade. With minimal prep time, this activity is ready to go in just minutes.

Make sure to take a look at more of my Thanksgiving Resources:

- Thanksgiving Writing Prompts

- Thanksgiving Activity Placemat

- Thanksgiving Coloring Pages/Placemats

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Are you an AVID teacher or English Language arts teacher? Need to explain how to write a thesis statement in an argumentative essay to middle or high school students? In this product you will find everything you need to help your students craft their thesis statements!

What You Get:

✏️5 teach slides

✏️"make it better" activity direction slide

✏️7 bad thesis statements

✏️7 better thesis statement examples

✏️argumentative writing prompt

✏️21 argumentative writing topic ideas

✏️4 steps guiding students in crafting their thesis statements

Make it Better Directions:

• Each slide students will be given a bad thesis statement.
• In small groups, their goal is to fix it and make it better.
• Classmates, selected judges, or teacher will vote on the best one and that group earns a point.

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Are you a teacher looking for an engaging way to develop your students' research and presentation skills?

Look no further! This is the perfect tool to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and research skills in your classroom.

Included:

• Lionel Messi
• Sonia Sotomayor
• César Chávez
• Frida Kahlo
• Roberto Clemente
• Dolores Huerta
• Selena Quintanilla
• Ellen Ochoa... and more added all the time!

Two blank templates:

• One that is pre-filled with some of an influential Latino's picture and name
• One that is blank and requires the student to write their name and draw their portrait (can be used for any person)

Key Features:

✨ Structured Framework: This template provides a well-organized and structured framework for students to conduct research on a chosen individual's biography. It guides them through essential components such as background, early life, accomplishments, and more.

✨ Versatility: Tailor the template to fit the unique needs of your curriculum. Whether your focus is historical figures, contemporary leaders, or cultural icons, this template is adaptable to a variety of subjects.

✨ Encourages Independent Learning: Empower students to take ownership of their learning journey. The blank spaces prompt students to conduct independent research, fostering a sense of curiosity and self-directed learning.

✨ Develops Research Skills: Our template encourages students to utilize various research methods, including online resources, books, and interviews. It's a fantastic opportunity for them to hone their research skills and discern reliable information.

✨ Promotes Presentation Skills: Beyond researching, students will practice organizing information coherently and presenting it in a well-structured report. This template lays the foundation for effective communication, a crucial skill in any academic or professional setting.

How It Works:

1. Choose a Subject: Students select an individual to research. This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. Lionel Messi is pre-filled in one version of this template.
2. Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
3. Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.

Why Choose Our Template:

⭐️ Time-Saving: No need to create a research template from scratch. Our product saves you time and ensures a standardized approach to student research projects.

⭐️ Engagement: Transform mundane research projects into exciting opportunities for self-discovery and exploration.

⭐️ Skill Development: Equip your students with essential research, organization, and presentation skills that will serve them well in their academic and professional journeys.

Unlock your students' potential with our comprehensive Opinion Writing Pack for Grades 3-6. This all-in-one resource includes essential tools to help young writers express their thoughts clearly and confidently. These tools include sentence frames, paragraph guides, and publishing paper! Confidently guide your students through the writing process with this resource pack.

What's Included:

• Sentence Frames: Scaffold students' writing with structured sentence starters.
• Paragraph Guides: Step-by-step guides to organizing their thoughts into coherent paragraphs.
• Publishing Paper: Professionally designed templates for final drafts, perfect for classroom displays and portfolios.

Key Features:

• Aligned with Grades 3-6 Standards: Tailored to meet educational standards and foster skill development in opinion writing.
• Engaging and Student-Friendly: Clear instructions and visually appealing designs keep students motivated.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for writing centers, homework assignments, or whole-class instruction.

Why You'll Love It:

• Boosts Confidence: Provides the necessary support for students to develop their opinion writing skills.
• Saves Time: Ready-to-use materials that integrate seamlessly into your existing curriculum.
• Promotes Independence: Encourages students to structure their writing independently with the help of structured guides.

Whether you're introducing opinion writing for the first time or looking to enhance your current curriculum, our Opinion Writing Pack for Grades 3-6 is the perfect solution. Enhance your classroom's writing program and watch your students thrive!

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Perfect for Groundhog's Day observance! File includes instructions and masters to create a groundhog using heart shapes and two non-fiction texts (one with facts about groundhogs and one with facts about the holiday). The texts can be used as student readers, or as resources for expository writing.

This product includes;

*Student Nonfiction Research Packet

(Geared towards research on animals but one page is without headings for you to adjust as you'd like)

-There are sections for Habitat, Young, Physical Features, Food, Interesting Facts, and an extra blank form.

-Schema

-Questions you have on the animal

-Important words

-Resources Page

*Final Product RAFT Menu

*Rubric for Grading

Feel free to see more in depth on this product and how it is used on my blog at

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6 Traits of Writing Foldable

A fantastic foldable to introduce the 6 Traits of Writing to your students.

Check out this set and other great writing resources from Kile's Classroom!

RACE Writing - Responding to Text .

Descriptive Writing - Show, Not Tell .

Interactive Word Wall.

Reading Logs for a Full Year.

Writing Graphic Organizers.

This unique end of the year reflection writing prompt involves a personal end of year reflection page, an interview recording page that gives students questions to ask one another about their school year, and finally, an end of the year writing page that allows the students to summarize their classmate's end-of-year reflection. This is a great collaborative activity that encourages thoughtful reflection, peer interview skills, and summarizing and synthesizing information in order to write an expository text.

This product is now a TeachShare Digital Activity! It can be used for Distance Learning.

You can now:

1. Customize this resource for your students

2. Preview and assign to students through Google Classroom

3. Review completed assignments and return feedback

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Inspire your students with our Pumpkin-Themed Writing Paper! Perfect for fall-themed activities, this fun pumpkin-shaped design will make writing assignments more engaging. Featuring clip art pumpkins around the main shape, you can easily choose from six different line styles to suit your students' needs. Each style is also available with or without name and date lines for added convenience.

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Includes prompts for writing informative and argumentative essays. Also includes writing powerpoints, outlines, and rubrics

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Wacky Writing Kids' Bundle. The above bundle includes this product and the Wacky Writing Kids' Narrative and Informative Activity products at a discounted price.

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Meet Informative Isabelle and Isaac. They are the Wacky Writing Informative twins.

The Wacky Writing Kids product incorporates fun and creativity while practicing the different types of writing. Informative Isaac and Isabelle make writing exciting! Students will love to construct each Wacky Kid Template. The template serves as a Writing Anchor Poster or Plan for each type of writing. After students create their writing plan they can write their paragraph on the lined paper provided. The Wacky Writing kids template also includes a writing checklist to proofread and edit their writing.

The Wacky Writing kids make a fun wall display! All the printables included are: A Complete Wacky Kid Template, Writing Paper, Writing Prompt, and frames. This is a great activity as part of a Writing Lesson, at a Writing Workstation, or as an Art and Craft project.

Informative Writing Activity Includes:

Informative Isaac Body Template (writing plan)

Informative Isabelle Body Template (writing plan)

Line Writing Paper Template

Writing Prompt and Title Template

Blank Writing Prompt and Title Template

All printables in black and white.

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Everything students need to know about Abraham Lincoln! And,written in comic book format that comes with a second set of pages that have blank text boxes for students to paraphrase/summarize/research then fill-in facts. Includes: Early Life: Birth, School, Manhood, Death of Mom, Step-Mother Young Adult Years: Employment, Politics Famous Quotes Law License John Todd Stuart, First Law Partner Mary Todd Lincoln & Marriage Four Sons (Birth & Death) Political Timelines Speeches (House Divided, 2 Inaugural Speeches,Gettysburg Address, Last Address) Political Slogans Noah Brooks' reporter's viewpoint Black Hawk War Civil War Ford Theater Death Fun, easy, interactive way to learn facts about Abraham Lincoln, his life and political career. Can be used for ELA, history, social studies, as well as plays, bulletin boards, posters, etc... Meets CCSS fact-based, non-fiction standards.

Use this AVID resource when students begin their argumentative writing! Students will quickly develop arguments on a variety of topics through a speed style variation of Philosophical Chairs. In turn, students will not only craft their thesis statements and come up with arguments for their essays, but they will also increase their public speaking and collaboration skills!

Overview:

Philosophical Chairs: Speed Formation utilizes many of the same components of the classic version, but is a fun, fast-paced variation that can be utilized during shortened class periods. This variation of Philosophical Chairs should only be utilized after students have developed their skills through the classic style.

What's Included:

• 1 student objective slides
• 1 overview slide
• 1 argumentative prompt slide
• 2 thesis statement teaching slides
• 6 rules of engagement slides/steps
• 2 basic norm slides
• 1 google doc where students reflect on the philosophical chairs

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Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to boost your students' research and presentation skills?

Look no further! Our "César Chávez Research Report Template" is the ultimate tool to spark creativity, critical thinking, and research skills in your classroom during Hispanic Heritage Month or whenever you want to celebrate U.S. leaders and changemakers!

Two Awesome Templates:

• One Pre-filled template with César Chávez’s picture and name.
• Blank template where students can let their creativity shine by adding any figure’s name and drawing their portrait.

Key Features:

• Structured & Simple: This template makes research super easy with a step-by-step framework that guides students through key sections like background, early life, and big accomplishments.
• Super Versatile: Perfect for any curriculum! Whether you're focusing on historical heroes, modern-day leaders, or cultural icons, this template fits the bill.
• Independent Learning: Give your students the power to take charge! The fill-in-the-blank sections inspire curiosity and encourage them to do their own digging.
• Boosts Research Skills: Students will get to use all sorts of cool resources—online searches, books, and even interviews—to become research pros.
• Presentation Power-Up: Not only will students gather information, but they’ll also learn how to organize and present it like a pro! This template is your secret weapon for building confident communicators.

How It Works:

1. Pick a Subject: Students choose a figure to research. With César Chávez already included, it’s perfect for kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month or exploring inspiring U.S. leaders.
2. Fill It In: The template leads students through the process with sections for bio details, accomplishments, and the impact of the figure they’re researching.
3. Show It Off: Finished reports turn into exciting presentations that get students speaking confidently in front of their classmates.

Why You’ll Love This Template:

• Time-Saving Magic: No need to make a template from scratch—ours is ready to go, saving you tons of time!
• Totally Engaging: Turn research projects into a fun adventure where students discover new things about themselves and the world.
• Skill-Building Fun: Your students will master research, organization, and presentation skills that will help them succeed in school and beyond.

Make learning an adventure with our "César Chávez Research Report Template for Biographies." Light that spark of curiosity and watch your students grow into confident researchers and amazing communicators!

A perfectly adorable February Bulletin Board! 4 sweet animal templates made with hearts and options for extending the craft with expository writing! A cute way to learn about animals while having festive fun. Options to use purchased foam hearts or construction paper hearts from the patterns included.

*Bonus! "These Animals Have Our Hearts" Bulletin Board Headers!

Animal crafts and non-fiction text included in this resource:

Owl

Panda

Leopard

Groundhog

Each non-fiction text can be used for student readers or reports and include a color picture of the animal.

*Groundhog is also sold separately