Na m e : ___ Date: _
Directions: Practice being a good writer. Complete each of the exercises below. Use
the back of this page if you need more room to write.Good writers teach, entertain, or persuade the reader.- Write a short story that entertains. You may retell a story you already know, like
The Three Little Pigs, or make one up of your own.
Hint: Use action words to entertain your reader. Action words are words that show
your characters doing something.
- Write a paragraph that teaches the reader. How do you make a jelly sandwich, tie a
shoe, or fly a kite? Make the directions simple so your reader can easily follow along.
- Do you have a strong opinion about something? No homework on Fridays? Write a
persuasive paragraph that will make your readers feel the same way you do. Stick to
facts rather than opinions.