Writing Piece
Explanatory writing helps readers understand an idea such as courage. The aim is to make the reader understand, not to tell a story or persuade.
Sadako Writing Prompt
When people face a dangerous or difficult situation, they need courage or bravery. For
example, one would have to have courage to dive from a high diving board
for the first time, to perform for an audience, to make a speech,
to stick up for a friend, or to stand up to a bully.
example, one would have to have courage to dive from a high diving board
for the first time, to perform for an audience, to make a speech,
to stick up for a friend, or to stand up to a bully.
Think about the following as you plan, write, and revise:
• How can I explain what I have learned about courage from a brave person?
• What details will I give to explain the difficult or dangerous situation the person faced?
• What details will I give to explain how that person showed courage in dealing with the situation?
Use the checklist that follows to help you in plan, write, and revise your response.
1. Have I clearly introduced my topic?
2. Have I organized my information logically?
3. Have I used facts, details, examples, and experiences to develop my topic
4. Have I used words specific to my topic to help my reader understand courage?
5. Have I written a clear and interesting conclusion?
6. Have I checked my spelling, grammar, and handwriting to make sure my readers will be able to understand my writing?