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Grade 3 Opinion Writing CCSS: CCRA.W.3, W.3.3
Which of the following titles COULD be an example of narrative writing?
  1. "Cheetahs are the Fastest Animal"
  2. "Rocks and Minerals"
  3. "The Life of Frederick Douglas"
  4. "The Best Pet Ever"
Grade 3 Opinion Writing CCSS: CCRA.W.1, W.3.1, W.4.1, W.5.1
The school board is thinking about changing the time that school starts. Do you think school should start earlier, later, or at the same time? Explain.
Grade 3 Writing CCSS: CCRA.W.8, W.3.8
Which book would be BEST to use as a source for a report about alligators?
  1. Animals in Swamps
  2. All about Alligators
  3. Reptiles of the World
  4. Ally the Alligator's Party
Grade 3 Opinion Writing CCSS: CCRA.W.1, W.3.1, W.4.1, W.5.1
Some experts say that television is bad for kids and that kids should limit how much TV they watch. Do you agree? Explain.
Grade 3 Writing Essays CCSS: CCRA.W.2, W.3.2b, W.4.2b, W.5.2b

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Which is an example of how the writer develops the paragraph above by using a definition or comparison to help explain the activity?
  1. One way is just to play keep away.
  2. This is similar to a drill.
  3. It promotes ball skills.
  4. It also helps you become better at dribbling in traffic and avoiding defenders.
Grade 3 Writing
A knock-knock joke often contains a pun.
  1. True
  2. False
Grade 3 Expository Prompts
If you were an astronaut that could grow plants in space, what kind of plant would you pick to bring with you to space? Explain why.
Grade 3 Writing
A knock-knock joke uses a call and response format.
  1. True
  2. False
Grade 3 Opinion Writing CCSS: CCRA.W.1, CCRA.SL.4, W.3.1, W.4.1, W.5.1, SL.3.4, SL.4.4, SL.5.4
As you get older, you get the chance to make more decisions. Prepare a speech to give to your parents to convince them to let you set your own bedtime.
Grade 3 Writing CCSS: CCRA.R.7, CCRA.W.2, RI.3.7, W.3.2

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You've been asked to develop a new device to make cutting onions a tear-free experience. Describe what your device will look like. Be sure to give it a name too.
Grade 3 Writing


Kindness is important, but what does it mean to be kind?
How can you show kindness to others?
Grade 3 Writing Fiction CCSS: CCRA.W.3, W.3.3


3...2...1... BLAST OFF!

You've just taken off in a rocket ship. Where are you headed? How are you feeling?

Write a short story about your trip that includes these details and more.
Grade 3 Writing
What does it mean to be a hero to you? Can anyone be a hero?
Grade 3 Opinion Writing



Some people keep dogs and cats as pets. Other people keep monkeys. In many places, keeping monkeys as pets illegal. Do you think people should be allowed to keep monkeys as pets? Explain your opinion.
Grade 3 Opinion Writing
Person - Medium

Some children are only children. Other children have siblings. Which is better - being an only child or having siblings? Write an essay to explain your opinion.
Grade 3 Writing Essays CCSS: CCRA.W.2, W.3.2, W.4.2, W.5.2
You invite your friend to play your favorite sport, but quickly discover the he (or she) has never played before. Write out the rules of the game so your friend will know how to play.
Grade 3 Writing Essays
Profession - Director - Small

What is a movie you could watch over and over? Why?
Grade 3 Writing Fiction CCSS: CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.6, W.1.6, W.2.6, W.3.4, W.3.6, W.4.4, W.4.6
Publishing Checklist
      Put my name on my paper
      Made a neat final copy
      Checked for run-on sentences
      Edited and proofread carefully
Grade 3 Writing
In your opinion, can anyone be a hero? Explain your answer.
Grade 3 Writing
Give an example of a literary hero you have read about in a story or book. Explain why he/she is considered a hero.
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