Using
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations
to support
ideas
in writing is important!
What does the word relevant
mean?
Relevant
means
having something to do with the
topic.
For
example, if you were writing about your favorite game, you wouldn't
include details about your pet.
When
you write, you should include
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations
to support
your
topic!
H
m
m
m...
let's
think
about
this!
Let's
take a look at four types of writing
and the effect that
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations
have on each type!
I bet
you'll see the difference they make!
After reading each example,
click on the face (OR) you think has
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations.
Click
on the arrow to read along with me.
Descriptive
Writing
Descriptive writing
describes a person, place, thing, or idea. Using
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations
helps the reader make a clear picture of what is being described.
I have a dog. He is big. He is fun. I like my dog very much.
O
R
I have a large, black lab named Trouble. He weighs 102 pounds. His
paws are the size of my fist. Trouble loves to fetch and swim. I
like him more than I like my favorite toy.
Click
on the arrow to read along with me.
Narrative
Writing
Narrative writing
tells a story. Using
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations
makes the story more interesting and realistic. It should include
who, what, when, where, why, and how!
Debbie and I had fun. We
went to the beach. We wanted to swim. We had fun.
O
R
Debbie, my very best
friend, spent an adventure filled day with me. First, we went to the
sunny, sandy beach. We splashed and dove in the water. We built sand
castles. I buried her in the sand! Lunch was the best. We bought
food at the concession stand. At the end of the day, we rode our
bikes home. We had a terrific, action-packed day!
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on the arrow to read along with me.
Persuasive
Writing
Persuasive writing
gives your opinion about a topic, then tries to convince others to
agree with you. Using
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations
will help you to persuade someone that you are right.
Homework is important.
Do homework every night. It is the right thing to do.
O
R
Do you want to get a
fantastic grade on your next test? If the answer is yes, do your
homework every night. You will learn your lessons without even
realizing it. The work gets easier because homework is practice, and
practice makes perfect. Try it and see! I think
you'll agree with me!
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on the arrow to read along with me.
Expository
Writing
Expository writing
gives information about a topic. This includes giving directions,
showing someone how to do something, or explaining an idea or
thought. Using
relevantexamples,
reasons,
and
explanations,
through use of time-order words will make this type of writing
easily understood.
Walk across the street.
Get to the other side. Look both ways.
O
R
Always cross the street
safely. Before you start, stand on the sidewalk and look both ways.
Take a small step forward if you can't see clearly. Next, check
again. If the coast is clear, begin to cross.
As you can see, using relevantexamples, reasons,
and
explanations
to support
ideas
in writing is important!
OR
) you think has
relevant
examples,
reasons,
and
explanations.
