This graphic organizer introduces kids to informational writing by asking them to explain how to play a game to a new friend.

Have you ever heard of a half-horse, half-fish? In old Mediterranean folklore these mythical beasts are quite common!

Kids strengthen their pre-writing skills and learn about character development with this planning worksheet.

Take notes of student peer conversations all in one document!

What did you do this summer? Your kids will love sharing about their favorite summer activity while you assess your students' abilities to write a personal narrative.

Give learners a chance to think deeply and hone their writing skills with this relatable and inspirational writing prompt, featuring a quote by Robert Frost.

Invite learners to research Easter and record their findings using this spring-inspired research template!

Students will write an expositional essay about second grade with this end-of-year informational writing assessment. Use the included rubric as a jumping off point to assess student writing for proper grammar, structure, and content.

Kids identify information about characters and setting in this worksheet.

After reading Pam Muñoz Ryan’s novel Esperanza Rising, give learners an opportunity to write a story of their own that is inspired by true events!

Exaggeration in storytelling is no big secret. Help your child write a story about himself with this exercise in telling tall tales.

Use this graphic organizer to help students plan their personal narratives by drawing what will happen. Thinking about the beginning, middle, and end of their narratives encourages young writers to stretch out the small moments they write about.

With unique illustrations and funny scenes the creative prompts in this brief series provide fun while learning, for your kids!

Make writing fun with this dinosaur writing prompt, perfect for kids who are fascinated by the prehistoric world.

Learners will love thinking and writing creatively with this fun, seasonal writing prompt inspired by St. Patrick's Day!

Teaching kids what's recyclable and what's not is more important than ever. Give your kids the recycling lowdown with this activity-packed printable.

Get your students excited about making text connections!

Is your first grader a heart surgeon in the making? Or maybe a world-famous chef? Encourage your child to explore the future as he practices his handwriting.

Get into the spirit of Halloween, and write about your scariest experience! This writing prompt is a fun way to build grammar and vocabulary skills.

Use this glossary with the EL Support Lesson Plan: Story Hooks.

What if you came upon a monster in the woods? Have your little writer use their imagination to create a story based on this scene!

Have any good ideas for recreational resources? The term "recreational resources" has to do with the activities we do for enjoyment and the places that we go.

Does your little one need a gift for Dad this Father's Day? Look further than this cute lesson in letter-writing!

What if you were able to meet your favorite fictional character in real life? Write a creative story about your adventures together.

Writing nonfiction can be a daunting task for newbies, but this note-taking sheet contains helpful prompts that keep your young writer on track.

Don't lose your head over reading comprehension this Halloween...try it with Ichabod Crane and the story of Sleepy Hollow.

Being able to write a strong conclusion is an essential skill for all story-tellers. With this activity, budding writers will practice this skill by writing two types of endings for their personal narratives.

Use this template to plan and create an original comic.

Use this worksheet to have students write or draw about their reading each day.

In this worksheet, your child will choose activities she likes and use the word "because" to back up her choices with written reasons.