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Writing Prompts

Grade 3 · Building confidence · 6 questions · Version PG-135BRNF-J2U1

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1.Compare learning from a book and from a video.
2.Write a letter recommending a book.
3.Describe a place without naming it; let a reader guess.
4.Invent a tool that solves an everyday problem.
5.Explain the water cycle to a younger student.
6.Write instructions for a game you know.

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Compare learning from a book and from a video.Answers will vary.
  2. Write a letter recommending a book.Answers will vary.
  3. Describe a place without naming it; let a reader guess.Answers will vary.
  4. Invent a tool that solves an everyday problem.Answers will vary.
  5. Explain the water cycle to a younger student.Answers will vary.
  6. Write instructions for a game you know.Answers will vary.

Worked example

Plan a beginning, supporting details, and a clear ending.

Common mistake

Starting before deciding the main idea.

Helpful hint

Jot down three details before writing.