Explanatory Writing—Steps in a Procedure Worksheet

About the "Informative Writing" Worksheet

Informative Writing is an engaging educational resource designed to help young students develop their writing skills. This interactive and printable worksheet guides children through the process of composing an informative piece on a topic they are knowledgeable about. The worksheet provides a structured format for students to organize their thoughts and information, including spaces for a topic sentence, three supporting facts, and a closing sentence.

The worksheet encourages students to think critically about their chosen subject and present information in a clear, organized manner. It also promotes research skills by suggesting that students can seek adult assistance to find additional facts on the internet if needed. This approach not only enhances writing abilities but also fosters curiosity and independent learning. By completing this worksheet, children will gain valuable experience in crafting informative texts, a crucial skill for academic success and effective communication.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

• How to structure an informative piece of writing
• The importance of including a topic sentence and closing sentence
• How to select and present relevant facts about a chosen topic
• Basic research skills when additional information is needed

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

• Students will be able to identify and write a clear topic sentence for their chosen subject
• Students will demonstrate the ability to select three relevant facts to support their topic

Psychomotor

• Students will practice handwriting skills while filling out the worksheet
• Students will develop fine motor skills through writing and potentially using a computer for research

Affective

• Students will gain confidence in their ability to write about familiar topics
• Students will develop a positive attitude towards informative writing and research

Interpersonal/Social

• Students will learn to seek help from adults when needed for research
• Students will practice communicating information effectively to an audience through writing

Tags

informative writing, writing skills, topic sentence, supporting facts, closing sentence, research skills, elementary education, language arts