What is a topic sentence?

A topic sentence names what the paragraph is about, usually in the first sentence, like "Owls are birds that hunt at night." The facts that follow tell more about the topic.

How long should a 2nd grade informative paragraph be?

Four to six sentences is typical: a topic sentence, two or three facts and a conclusion. A title and a graphic organizer can come before the paragraph.

Do the informative worksheets have answer keys?

Yes. All 10 sheets include a key with a marking guide and a model paragraph.

What writing skills should 2nd graders have?

Second graders write opinion pieces with reasons (CCSS W.2.1), informative paragraphs with facts and a conclusion (W.2.2), and narratives with details, feelings and time words (W.2.3). They also begin to revise and edit with guidance (W.2.5).

What is the difference between an opinion, a narrative and an informative piece?

An opinion tells what the writer thinks and why. A narrative tells a story in order. An informative piece teaches true facts about a topic. Each page in this topic names its type in the title, so you can choose the one you need.

How long should a 2nd grade paragraph be?

Four to seven sentences is typical: a topic or opinion sentence, two or three supporting sentences and a closing sentence. The planning boxes on these pages help children organize before they write.

Is there an answer key for each worksheet?

Yes. All 36 opinion, narrative, informative and writing process sheets have an answer key with a marking guide and a model answer.

2nd Grade Informative Writing Worksheets

Ages 7-8 · Free previews · Print-ready PDFs

Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher

Free printable informative writing worksheets for 2nd grade students (Ages 7-8). Aligned to Common Core standards. Ready to print.

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