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Writing Prompts

Grade 3 · On-level practice · 6 questions · Version PG-162WWH3-12PM

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1.Describe a place without naming it; let a reader guess.
2.Tell a story in which a mistake leads to a discovery.
3.Persuade your school to add one new club.
4.Explain the water cycle to a younger student.
5.Explain why teamwork can be useful.
6.Compare learning from a book and from a video.

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. Describe a place without naming it; let a reader guess.Answers will vary.
  2. Tell a story in which a mistake leads to a discovery.Answers will vary.
  3. Persuade your school to add one new club.Answers will vary.
  4. Explain the water cycle to a younger student.Answers will vary.
  5. Explain why teamwork can be useful.Answers will vary.
  6. Compare learning from a book and from a video.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.