3rd grade writing worksheets

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Four writing skills at 3rd grade, one sheet each, free with its answer key: linking and transition words, narrative sequencing words, opinion sentence frames, and more.

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  • Linking and transition words Transition words are the road signs of writing: also adds, however turns, therefore concludes, meanwhile runs alongside. Choose the sign that matches the turn.
  • Narrative sequencing words Stories move in order, and order words drive: first, next, then, after that, finally. They tell the reader where in the journey you are.
  • Opinion sentence frames An opinion sentence has two parts: what you think, and why. The frame holds the shape: I think ___ because ___.
  • Picture writing prompts Look at the whole picture first. Say one thing that is happening, then write that sentence down.

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