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5th Grade Writing · 88 lessons
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- 1Paragraph: How to make a peanut butter and jelly sa...Write a paragraph about how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.paragraph
- 2Topic Sentence Practice: Your bedroom in four to five sentencesWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Describe your bedroom in four to five sentences.paragraph
- 3Paragraph with Details: Why recess is important for studentsExplain why recess is important for students. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 4Paragraph: Add a ConclusionWrite a paragraph about your favorite season and what makes it special. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 5Paragraph Revision: How to be a good friend in one paragraphWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Tell how to be a good friend in one paragraph.paragraph
- 6Paragraph: What you see when you look out your wind...Describe what you see when you look out your window.paragraph
- 7Topic Sentence Practice: Your favorite holiday and how you celebr...Write a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write a paragraph about your favorite holiday and how you celebrate.paragraph
- 8Paragraph with Details: The steps for getting ready for school i...Explain the steps for getting ready for school in the morning. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 9Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe a place you have visited that you loved. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 10Paragraph Revision: Write a paragraph explaining why reading...Write a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph explaining why reading is important.paragraph
- 11Paragraph: Your favorite foodDescribe your favorite food. What does it taste, smell, and look like?paragraph
- 12Topic Sentence Practice: A time you worked hard on somethingWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about a time you worked hard on something.paragraph
- 13Paragraph with Details: What makes a good neighborExplain what makes a good neighbor. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 14Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite game and how to play it. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 15Paragraph Revision: Why exercise is importantWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about why exercise is important.paragraph
- 16Paragraph: The perfect snow dayDescribe the perfect snow day.paragraph
- 17Topic Sentence Practice: What you would do with an extra hour eac...Write a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about what you would do with an extra hour each day.paragraph
- 18Paragraph with Details: How to take care of a petExplain how to take care of a pet. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 19Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe a rainy day and how it makes you feel. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 20Paragraph Revision: Your favorite book and why you like itWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about your favorite book and why you like it.paragraph
- 21Paragraph: The sounds of your neighborhood in the m...Describe the sounds of your neighborhood in the morning.paragraph
- 22Topic Sentence Practice: What makes your school specialWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about what makes your school special.paragraph
- 23Paragraph with Details: How to stay safe during a thunderstormExplain how to stay safe during a thunderstorm. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 24Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite way to spend a Saturday. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 25Paragraph Revision: A person you admireWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about a person you admire.paragraph
- 26Paragraph: What autumn looks like in your areaDescribe what autumn looks like in your area.paragraph
- 27Topic Sentence Practice: Why it is important to tell the truthWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about why it is important to tell the truth.paragraph
- 28Paragraph with Details: The steps for planting a seedExplain the steps for planting a seed. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 29Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite park or playground. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 30Paragraph Revision: A time you learned something newWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about a time you learned something new.paragraph
- 31Paragraph: A summer memoryDescribe a summer memory.paragraph
- 32Topic Sentence Practice: What makes a good leaderWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about what makes a good leader.paragraph
- 33Paragraph with Details: Why recycling mattersExplain why recycling matters. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 34Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite animal and where it lives. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 35Paragraph Revision: A tradition your family hasWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about a tradition your family has.paragraph
- 36Paragraph: How to make your favorite simple recipeExplain how to make your favorite simple recipe.paragraph
- 37Topic Sentence Practice: What spring looks like and sounds likeWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Describe what spring looks like and sounds like.paragraph
- 38Paragraph with Details: A goal you set and worked towardWrite about a goal you set and worked toward. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 39Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite store and what you like about it. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 40Paragraph Revision: Why sleep is importantWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about why sleep is important.paragraph
- 41Paragraph: A museum, zoo, or aquarium you have visi...Describe a museum, zoo, or aquarium you have visited.paragraph
- 42Topic Sentence Practice: What makes a great birthday partyWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about what makes a great birthday party.paragraph
- 43Paragraph with Details: How to organize a messy roomExplain how to organize a messy room. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 44Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe the most interesting thing you have learned this year. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 45Paragraph Revision: What courage means to youWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about what courage means to you.paragraph
- 46Paragraph: A time the weather affected your plansDescribe a time the weather affected your plans.paragraph
- 47Topic Sentence Practice: Why it is good to try new thingsWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about why it is good to try new things.paragraph
- 48Paragraph with Details: Your morning routine step by stepDescribe your morning routine step by step. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 49Paragraph: Add a ConclusionWrite a paragraph about the importance of teamwork. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 50Paragraph Revision: Your favorite character from a book or m...Write a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Describe your favorite character from a book or movie.paragraph
- 51Paragraph: How to make a peanut butter and jelly sa...Write a paragraph about how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.paragraph
- 52Topic Sentence Practice: Your bedroom in four to five sentencesWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Describe your bedroom in four to five sentences.paragraph
- 53Paragraph with Details: Why recess is important for studentsExplain why recess is important for students. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 54Paragraph: Add a ConclusionWrite a paragraph about your favorite season and what makes it special. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 55Paragraph Revision: How to be a good friend in one paragraphWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Tell how to be a good friend in one paragraph.paragraph
- 56Paragraph: What you see when you look out your wind...Describe what you see when you look out your window.paragraph
- 57Topic Sentence Practice: Your favorite holiday and how you celebr...Write a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write a paragraph about your favorite holiday and how you celebrate.paragraph
- 58Paragraph with Details: The steps for getting ready for school i...Explain the steps for getting ready for school in the morning. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 59Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe a place you have visited that you loved. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 60Paragraph Revision: Write a paragraph explaining why reading...Write a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph explaining why reading is important.paragraph
- 61Paragraph: Your favorite foodDescribe your favorite food. What does it taste, smell, and look like?paragraph
- 62Topic Sentence Practice: A time you worked hard on somethingWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about a time you worked hard on something.paragraph
- 63Paragraph with Details: What makes a good neighborExplain what makes a good neighbor. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 64Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite game and how to play it. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 65Paragraph Revision: Why exercise is importantWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about why exercise is important.paragraph
- 66Paragraph: The perfect snow dayDescribe the perfect snow day.paragraph
- 67Topic Sentence Practice: What you would do with an extra hour eac...Write a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about what you would do with an extra hour each day.paragraph
- 68Paragraph with Details: How to take care of a petExplain how to take care of a pet. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 69Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe a rainy day and how it makes you feel. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 70Paragraph Revision: Your favorite book and why you like itWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about your favorite book and why you like it.paragraph
- 71Paragraph: The sounds of your neighborhood in the m...Describe the sounds of your neighborhood in the morning.paragraph
- 72Topic Sentence Practice: What makes your school specialWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about what makes your school special.paragraph
- 73Paragraph with Details: How to stay safe during a thunderstormExplain how to stay safe during a thunderstorm. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 74Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite way to spend a Saturday. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 75Paragraph Revision: A person you admireWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about a person you admire.paragraph
- 76Paragraph: What autumn looks like in your areaDescribe what autumn looks like in your area.paragraph
- 77Topic Sentence Practice: Why it is important to tell the truthWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about why it is important to tell the truth.paragraph
- 78Paragraph with Details: The steps for planting a seedExplain the steps for planting a seed. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 79Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite park or playground. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 80Paragraph Revision: A time you learned something newWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about a time you learned something new.paragraph
- 81Paragraph: A summer memoryDescribe a summer memory.paragraph
- 82Topic Sentence Practice: What makes a good leaderWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Write about what makes a good leader.paragraph
- 83Paragraph with Details: Why recycling mattersExplain why recycling matters. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph
- 84Paragraph: Add a ConclusionDescribe your favorite animal and where it lives. Make sure your paragraph has a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence.paragraph
- 85Paragraph Revision: A tradition your family hasWrite a paragraph about this topic, then revise it to add better word choices and transitions: Write a paragraph about a tradition your family has.paragraph
- 86Paragraph: How to make your favorite simple recipeExplain how to make your favorite simple recipe.paragraph
- 87Topic Sentence Practice: What spring looks like and sounds likeWrite a strong topic sentence for this prompt, then add three supporting details: Describe what spring looks like and sounds like.paragraph
- 88Paragraph with Details: A goal you set and worked towardWrite about a goal you set and worked toward. Use descriptive language. Include at least two specific details.paragraph