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5th Grade Common Core: W.5.2

Common Core Identifier: W.5.2 / Grade: 5
Curriculum: Writing: Text Types and Purposes
Detail: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
19 Common Core State Standards (CCSS) aligned worksheets found:
Learn about the armored mammals called armadillos, which can be found in various areas throughout North and South America.
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The tuatara is a rare reptile found only in New Zealand.  While it looks like a lizard, it's really more closely related to a snake.
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It might be Kurt's graduation party but Chris is getting stuck doing all the work, and he doesn't think it's fair.
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Did you know that flying squirrels can't actually fly? They glide from tree to tree, using a furry membrane like a parachute.
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Use these forms to write a research report on one of Canada's provinces.
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Learn how a rainbow forms in the sky. Basic introduction to the spectrum of light and light concepts. Reading comprehension questions, vocabulary words, and a writing prompt are included.
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Learn about the three categories of rocks: igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary. How does each type of rock form? What are the characteristics of each? Find out these answers and more in this science article.
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Learn how chewing gum and bubble gum was invented with this article.
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Learn about one of the rainforest's most colorful birds, the Hoatzin.
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Did you know that designing and building a bridge involves math, science, architecture, and design skills? Learn about the three main types of bridges, arch, suspension, and beam bridges, in this fascinating article! Activity includes vocabulary words, a writing prompt, and comprehension questions.
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This 5th-grade article about bird nests is perfect for students studying animal habitats, aspiring birdwatchers, or anyone in need of a little reading comprehension practice!
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With this writing prompt, students will write an explanatory text about a future job they might wish to have someday.
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This worksheet includes a cut-and-glue timeline activity that involves putting the ship's key events in order. It also includes a prompt and space for writing a passage about the timeline.
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Students will flex their imagination with this writing prompt. They are challenged to think of three items they would bring with them if they were in Brian's situation. In their responses, they will have provide clear reasoning for each item.
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In this section of the book, Brian finally succeeds in making a fire. Students will reflect on this achievement, including how Brian himself describes it, with this writing prompt.
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With this writing prompt, students will explore how Brian's confidence and survival skills have changed throughout the novel.
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With this writing prompt, students will write about Brian's reaction to hearing the plane in chapter 12. Responses should include evidence from the text and 2 to 3 paragraphs.
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Write about the specific ways Brian shows resilience in chapters 12 through 14 of the novel.
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Students will write about how the first-person point of view used in Hatchet helps readers understand Brian's feelings, decisions, and growth.
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