What are transition words?

Transition words such as first, next, then and finally tell the reader what comes next and show the order of ideas. The transition sheet asks students to add one to the start of each sentence in a draft.

How do I teach a topic sentence and a closing sentence?

A topic sentence opens a paragraph and tells the main idea. A closing sentence ends it by saying the big idea again in new words. The two sheets practice each by reading a paragraph and writing the sentence.

Do these writing process worksheets have answer keys?

Yes. All six sheets include a key with a marking guide and model answers.

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 Writing Process Worksheets

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Written by Adi Ackerman, Head Teacher

Grade2nd Grade

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Frequently Asked Questions

Second graders plan, draft, revise and edit with guidance (CCSS W.2.5). These six sheets take one step each, from a graphic organizer to editing for capitals, punctuation and spelling.

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