Grade 5 · Writing · Challenge
Free Writing Prompts worksheet - version 1
Grade 5 writing prompts matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 6 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Writing Prompts
Grade 5 · Stretch challenge · 6 questions · Version PG-1C62D2V-1GKI
1.Write a speech honoring an unsung community helper.
2.Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.
3.Argue whether homework should have a weekly time limit.
4.Write an editorial proposing a community improvement.
5.Explain a scientific process using an analogy.
6.Write a mystery whose clues lead to a fair solution.
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.
Show answers for version 1
- Write a speech honoring an unsung community helper.Answers will vary.
- Retell a historical event from two viewpoints.Answers will vary.
- Argue whether homework should have a weekly time limit.Answers will vary.
- Write an editorial proposing a community improvement.Answers will vary.
- Explain a scientific process using an analogy.Answers will vary.
- Write a mystery whose clues lead to a fair solution.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.