English // Writing Composition

Writing to inform

Compose informative or explanatory texts using drawing, dictating, or writing that name a topic and supply some information about it

Ages
5 to 7
Type
Method
Builds on
2 topics
Leads to
2 topics
Standards
2 codes

Quick check

Can the learner write a few sentences explaining something they know about — like how butterflies grow or how to make a sandwich — naming the topic and sharing some facts?

Ask this to see whether the topic is secure.

Topic // Mastery

What mastery looks like

What a learner can do once this topic is secure.
  • Write or dictate two or three facts about a familiar topic
  • Label diagrams or drawings with informative details
  • Name a topic and provide relevant details about it

Topic // Map

Where this fits

What to learn first and what this topic opens up, with the reason for each link. Required links come first.
  • RequiredMust come first
  • HelpfulHelps, but not essential

Before this

2 topics

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Writing to inform

Ages 5 to 7 // Method

Leads to

2 topics
  • Basic Informational WritingRequired

    Writing Composition // Ages 6 to 11

    Structured informative writing with facts/definitions builds on simple informative writing

  • Building Writing StaminaHelpful

    Writing Composition // Ages 6 to 7

    Informative writing skills support writing for different purposes

Topic // Standards

Curriculum standards

Codes for the curriculum statements this topic maps to. Each publisher owns its standard text.
Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
W.1.2W.K.2

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