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Kinds of Writing Chart

There are different kinds of writing. Each one has its own job.

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Kinds of Writing ChartName:Date:There are different kinds of writing. Each one has its own job.StoryTells what happensto characters.It has:• characters and asetting• a beginning,middle and end• feelings anddetailsHelpful words:first, then, next,finallySounds like:First, I found atiny door. Then Iopened it...OpinionTells what youthink and why.It has:• your opinion• reasons withbecause• a closingHelpful words:I think, because,also, soSounds like:I think dogs arethe best petsbecause...ReportTeaches facts abouta topic.It has:• a topic sentence• true facts• a closingHelpful words:did you know,also, another factSounds like:Frogs are amazinganimals. They...k5printables.com · Sheet #53124601 · Aligned with Common Core W.2.1

How to do it

  1. Read what each kind of writing does.
  2. Read what each one has.
  3. Look at the helpful words.

Teaching tip

Before writing, ask "Which kind of writing is this?" This sheet is aligned with Common Core W.2.1.

Kinds of Writing Chart for 2nd grade (stories, opinions and reports), free printable
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About this chart

Stories, opinions and reports side by side, with what each has and words to use.

What kids practice

Second graders write three main kinds of pieces. A story tells what happens to characters, with a beginning, middle and end. An opinion piece tells what you think and gives reasons. A report teaches true facts about a topic. Each one starts with a plan.

Watch for

  • Stories that list events without a problem or ending.
  • Opinions with no reasons, or reasons that don't use because.
  • Reports that mix in opinions, like "Sharks are the coolest."

It's free to print, as many copies as you need. See the full stories, opinions and reports guide for 2nd grade.

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