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Procedural Writing Features

Read the example instructions, then answer each question. For the checklist, tick every feature you can find in the example.

Understanding Procedural Writing

1.Which description best explains the purpose of procedural writing?
  • To tell a story about imagined characters
  • To give directions for completing a task
  • To describe someone's appearance
  • To share a personal opinion
2.Select every example that could be written as a procedure.
  • Directions for setting up a tent
  • A poem about a storm
  • A guide to playing a new card game
  • A diary entry about a weekend
  • A method for growing bean seedlings
  • Instructions for making a fruit smoothie

Read the Example Procedure

How to Make a Mini Paper Book You will need: one sheet of A4 paper and a pair of scissors. 1. Place the paper flat on a table with the long edges at the top and bottom. 2. Fold the paper in half from top to bottom, then open it again. 3. Fold the paper in half from left to right. 4. Fold it in half once more from left to right. 5. Open the last fold. Cut along the middle crease from the folded edge to the crossing crease. 6. Open the paper fully, then fold it from top to bottom again. 7. Hold the short edges and push them towards each other so the cut opens into a diamond shape. 8. Bring the ends together to form a small book, then press the folds flat.

3.What task does the procedure explain how to do?
4.Find four imperative verbs in the numbered instructions. Write them below.
5.How many numbered steps are included in the procedure?
6.Explain one reason the instructions are presented in numbered steps.

Spot the Features

7.Tick every feature that appears in the mini paper book procedure.
  • A heading that names the task
  • A list of materials
  • Actions arranged in a sequence
  • Numbered instructions
  • Command verbs
  • A helpful illustration
  • A character speaking in dialogue

Language Features

8.Match each command verb to its meaning.
  • Stir
  • Slice
  • Attach
  • Squeeze
  • Cut something into thin pieces
  • Press something so liquid comes out
  • Join one thing to another
  • Move a spoon around in a mixture
9.Complete the first instruction with a suitable command verb from this word bank: Place, Spread, Add, Press. How to Make a Simple Sandwich a slice of bread on a clean plate.
10.Complete the second instruction with the command verb that means to coat the bread evenly: Place, Spread, Add, Press. a thin layer of hummus over the bread.
11.Complete the third instruction with the command verb that means to put something in or onto something else: Place, Spread, Add, Press. a few cucumber slices on top.
12.Complete the fourth instruction with the command verb that means to push down firmly: Place, Spread, Add, Press. the second slice of bread gently over the filling.
13.Why should procedural writing use clear language and a sensible order? Give one reason.
14.Write a possible heading for a procedure that explains how to care for a houseplant.
15.Write three imperative verbs that could be used in instructions for caring for a houseplant.
16.Draw a small labelled diagram that could help someone follow the mini paper book instructions. Include at least one fold or cut.

4 printable pages

  • Procedural Writing Features, page 1 of 4: Understanding Procedural Writing

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  • Procedural Writing Features, page 2 of 4: Read the Example Procedure

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  • Procedural Writing Features, page 3 of 4: Spot the Features, Language Features

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  • Procedural Writing Features, page 4 of 4: 13. Why should procedural writing use clear language and a sensible order? Give one…

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