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Writing Prompts

Grade 4 · Building confidence · 6 questions · Version PG-QSB0KB-L1FH

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1.Explain the water cycle to a younger student.
2.Invent a tool that solves an everyday problem.
3.Write a paragraph explaining how to care for a pet.
4.Describe how a character changes after facing a challenge.
5.Write a diary entry from the viewpoint of a migrating bird.
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. Explain the water cycle to a younger student.Answers will vary.
  2. Invent a tool that solves an everyday problem.Answers will vary.
  3. Write a paragraph explaining how to care for a pet.Answers will vary.
  4. Describe how a character changes after facing a challenge.Answers will vary.
  5. Write a diary entry from the viewpoint of a migrating bird.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.