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Bold BeginningsBring Writing to Life!State a belief…and then explain why you believe it.
The school cafeteria should offer pepperoni pizza every day.
Use a single word…and then provide more information.
Pickles! Pickles! Pickles! They were everywhere!
Share an interesting fact…and then tell more about it.
The bumblebee bat is the smallest mammal on earth.
Capture a moment in time…and then elaborate.
We were right at the top of the rickety roller coaster and started down over the hill.
Describe a sound…and then tell where it came from.
Snap! Crackle! Crunch! Something heavy is lurking in the woods.
Ask an interesting question…and then provide an answer.
Have you ever wondered how many dogs you can walk at one time?
Mighty MiddlesMake your story flow by connecting words and phrases!Showing Timefirst, next, later, then, soon, second, third, before
Adding Information
in addition, for example, besides
Comparing or Contrasting
however, but, on the other hand
Showing Location
above, under, beside, in front of, next to, over
Concluding
finally, to conclude, as a result, last
Exciting EndingsMake Your Story Memorable!Share the LessonCutting your sister's hair can get you into big trouble.
Surprise the Audience
When I opened the door, there was Grandma in purple pajamas.
Ask a question
“Who did this?” cried my mom.
Share a laugh
Having two left sneakers is better than going barefoot!
Hint about the future
I knew someday my parents would find out.
Bring it together
That was a day we'll never forget!