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Everyday Explanation Writing

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Everyday Explanation Writing

Student writing an explanation

📝 Part 1: Understanding Explanations

1. What is the purpose of an explanation?

To tell a story

To describe how something is done

To persuade someone

To express feelings

2. Which linking words help show sequence in explanations? (Tick all that apply)

First

However

Next

Finally

Because

3. Put these steps for "How to Make a Cup of Tea" in the correct order by writing 1, 2, 3, 4:

_____ Pour hot water into the cup

_____ Put a tea bag in the cup

_____ Boil water in the kettle

_____ Add milk and sugar if desired

4. A good explanation should have:

Only the main steps

Steps in any order

Clear steps in logical order with details

Lots of opinions

✏️ Part 2: Planning Your Explanation

5. Choose an everyday task you know how to do well:

My topic: How to _________________________________

6. Use the boxes below to plan the main steps of your explanation:

Step 1:

Step 2:

Step 3:

Step 4:

7. Write an introduction sentence for your explanation:

Sentence starter: In this explanation, I will tell you how to ________________

🎯 Part 3: Writing Practice

8. Write your first paragraph using a linking word and adding detail:

Linking words to choose from: First, To begin, Initially

9. Complete this sentence with a good linking word:

First, gather all your materials. __________, check that you have everything you need.

10. Why is it important to put steps in the right order when writing explanations?

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