Draw and write
Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher
"Draw and write - What I ate today" is written for Preschool (Ages 3-5). Children who are new to this can work with a grown-up beside them, and the instructions are meant to be read aloud. Older children who need more practice with draw and write can use it as a short review.
12 pages in this set
Draw and write about what I ate today: Draw a picture of what I ate today in the box. Then, write or trace a sentence about it on the lines. Writers draw first, then tell about the drawing in words. Part of our draw and write sentence writing collection.
How do I use this worksheet?
Ask the child to tell you about the drawing first, then help them choose one short sentence to write. Accept invented spelling, and offer to write it in dashes if they want to trace.
What students will practice
- Students will draw a picture about their own life, such as their family or a pet.
- Students will write or trace a sentence that tells about the drawing.
- Students will learn that writers often draw first and then tell in words.
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FAQ
How do I use this draw and write worksheet?
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Ask the child to tell you about the drawing first, then help them choose one short sentence to write. Accept invented spelling, and offer to write it in dashes if they want to trace.
What does this worksheet teach?
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Each page offers a personal topic, like my family, my favorite toy or my best day. Children draw in the box, then write or trace a sentence about it on the lines. Every child's answer will be different, which is the point.
Can I use this draw and write worksheet for homeschool or classroom?
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Yes, both. We made it for Preschool sentence writing, and the page works the same whether it lands on a kitchen table or a center rotation. At home, most families go through it together and talk the answers out loud, and that talking is where most of the learning happens with draw and write. In class it runs well as independent work while you pull a small group. Print one copy or thirty, whichever the day needs.
How many Preschool draw and write worksheets are there?
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12 printable worksheets, all free to preview. Downloads are included with a ClassWeekly free trial, and every page prints on standard 8.5 x 11 paper.
What age are draw and write worksheets for?
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These are written for preschool children, roughly ages 3-5. Start with the first few pages, use the free preview to judge the fit, and come back to harder ones as your child gets steadier.
Does my child need to write letters already?
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No. Pages start with tracing over dashed guides and build up to writing on their own, one small step at a time.
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Worksheet Details
| Grade | Preschool |
| Subject | Grammar & Writing |
| Topic | Sentence Writing |
| Pages | 1 page |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Answer key | Included |
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