Writing an Informational Article Worksheet

Grades
4
5
Standards
W.4.4
Formats
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This learning resource is available in interactive and printable formats. The interactive worksshet can be played online and assigned to students. The Printable PDF version can be downloaded and printed for completion by hand.
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About the Writing an Informational Article Worksheet

Writing an Informational Article is a comprehensive research and writing activity focused on endangered species awareness and composition skills. This interactive and printable worksheet, that aligns with the Common Core State Standards, Writing an Informational Article, guides students through the complete process of creating an informative article about an endangered species of their choice. The worksheet begins with clear research guidelines and provides structured space for organizing information into a coherent article format.

The worksheet employs a methodical approach to article writing, breaking down the process into manageable steps from research to final composition. Students are guided through selecting a species, gathering information, and organizing their findings into a well-structured article with an introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion. This systematic approach helps students develop both research and writing skills while learning about important environmental conservation issues.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

  • Understanding research methodology and information gathering
  • Developing structured article writing skills
  • Learning about endangered species and conservation
  • Practicing organization and presentation of information

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will complete research on one endangered species using at least three different sources
  • Students will write a structured article with clear introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion
  • Students will demonstrate understanding of endangered species issues through detailed explanations

Cognitive

  • This interactive worksheet develops research and analytical skills
  • Students learn to organize complex information into coherent writing

Psychomotor

  • The worksheet enhances note-taking and writing organization skills
  • Students practice structured writing techniques

Affective

  • This interactive worksheet promotes environmental awareness
  • Students develop empathy for endangered species

Reinforce

  • The worksheet encourages discussion about conservation issues
  • Students learn to communicate scientific information effectively

Tags

informational writing, research skills, endangered species, environmental education, article writing, conservation awareness, writing organization, scientific writing, research methodology, educational worksheet, wildlife conservation, composition skills, environmental science, structured writing, information gathering

Publisher: Workybooks
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Written by:Neha Goel Tripathi
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Illustrated by: Sagar Kumar

Common core standards covered

W.4.4
Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development and organization are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. (Grade-specific expectations for writing types are defined in standards 1-3 above.)

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