7. Writing Instructions Short Guide

What are the two characteristics of a good topic choice for this essay?

• interesting/unusual, something I do well
• something i can research, something I want to learn to do
• something my readers are familiar with, something I do well

Effective instructions should be:

• elaborate
• simple
• entertaining

What is a good way to make sure you include all important details?

• Pretend you are talking to a two year old
• Pretend you are talking to your grandma
• Pretend you are talking to the principal

Which organizational pattern is best for writing instructions?

• spatial
• logical
• chronological

The intro should include an interesting opening, statement of the topic, and:

• reason for learning
• materials
• explanation of topic

The body should include:

• stories about the process
• materials and where to buy the products
• materials and explanations

The conclusion restates the reason for learning AND:

• gives advice for doing the process
• tells a joke related to the process
• provides additional resources