Writing

If you are asked to write an essay or an article, you must include a...

• A famous quote
• Question
• Salutation
• Title

Writing Situation:
Our school district has changed its policy on snacks sold to students. This change has caused some schools to stop selling snacks all together.
Writing Directions:
Decide if selling snacks in school is a principal presenting your opinion. Use facts and details to support your opinion.

• informative
• opinion
• narrative

Writing Situation:
National Safety Week is coming. The school newspaper is going to print stories about safety issues and concerns.
Writing Directions:
Write a letter to the editor about the three most important safety rules in the classroom. Be sure to explain how each rule contributes to the overall safety and well being of our student body.

• informative
• opinion
• narrative

Which clue word/phrase below would tell you that you are writing an opinion piece?

• Explain why
• Give your ideas
• Write a story

Which clue word/phrase below would tell you that you are writing an opinion piece?

• Explain how
• State your opinion
• Tell about a time

Which clue word/phrase below would tell you that you are writing an informative piece?

• Explain why
• Give your ideas
• Write a story

Which clue word/phrase below would tell you that you are writing an informative piece?

• Explain how
• State your opinion
• Tell about a time

Which clue word/phrase below would tell you that you are writing a narrative piece?

• Explain why
• Give your ideas
• Write a story about

Which clue word/phrase below would tell you that you are writing a narrative piece?

• Explain how
• State your opinion
• Tell about a time

Writing Situation:
Think about a time you were brave. Perhaps you had to stand up for a friend, speak in front of a class, or do something that was difficult.
Writing Directions:
Write a story for the local newspaper telling about the time you were brave. Use details to describe this event.

• informative
• opinion
• narrative