WESTEST 2 Online Writing
Third Grade Sample Passage and Prompt
Grade:
CSO:
Genre:
21st Century Emphasis:
3
RLA.O.3.2.03 Compose a written composition using
the five–step writing process: pre-write, draft,
revise, edit, publish
Descriptive
Health and Wellness Literacy
DIRECTIONS: Read the passage and prompt and type a composition in
the box below.
PASSAGE:
Fishing with Dad
“Dad, why don’t we go fishing?” I said.
“That’s a great idea,” he replied.
So, we grabbed our fishing poles, and off we headed to our favorite
fishing hole. We had a great time that day. It was one of the best days I
have ever had.
PROMPT: Describe this special day of fishing. Be sure to use as many
senses as you can. Use rich, descriptive words so that your reader can
imagine this special day.
Begin typing your composition here
WESTEST 2 Online Writing
Third Grade Sample Passage and Prompt
Grade:
CSO:
Genre:
21st Century Emphasis:
3
RLA.O.3.2.03 Compose a written composition using
the five–step writing process: pre-write, draft,
revise, edit, publish
Descriptive
Health and Wellness Literacy
DIRECTIONS: Read the passage and prompt and type a composition in
the box below.
PASSAGE:
Fun at the Beach
After hours of driving, they finally arrive. Sherry looks out the back seat
window and can hardly believe her eyes. For three years her cousins had
been telling her about the beach and the ocean. It had never seemed real
until now.
As the car stops, everyone jumps out. Sherry forgets how tired she is.
All she wants to do is play in the sand and jump in the waves.
PROMPT: Describe what Sherry is experiencing for the first time in her
life. Be sure to use as many senses as you can. Use rich, descriptive
words so that your reader can imagine being with Sherry in this special
place.
Begin typing your composition here
WESTEST 2 Online Writing
Third Grade Sample Passage and Prompt
Grade:
CSO:
Genre:
21st Century Emphasis:
3
RLA.O.3.2.03 Compose a written composition using
the five–step writing process: pre-write, draft,
revise, edit, publish
Narrative
Social/Personal Accountability
DIRECTIONS: Read the passage and prompt and type a composition in
the box below.
PASSAGE:
Mary’s Interesting Day
Mary walks home from school with her older brother and sister. The walk is
usually boring for her. Her brother Joe always talks about his friends,
especially his newest girlfriend. Her sister Joan usually complains about all
the homework she has to do. Mary rarely gets to tell them about her day.
She hopes today will be different.
Today was very interesting for Mary. She is excited to tell her brother
and sister all about it.
PROMPT: Write a story telling about Mary’s very interesting day.
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WESTEST 2 Online Writing
Third Grade Sample Passage and Prompt
Grade:
CSO:
Genre:
21st Century Emphasis:
3
RLA.O.3.2.03 Compose a written composition using
the five–step writing process: pre-write, draft,
revise, edit, publish
Narrative
Global Awareness
DIRECTIONS: Read the passage and prompt and type a composition in
the box below.
PASSAGE:
A Day in Another Country
Imagine that you woke up one morning and the following note was on
your bed stand:
“Good morning, and welcome to your own special adventure. Today, you
can travel to any country you choose. No need to take an airplane. You
can snap your fingers and you will be there. You can do whatever you
wish in this country during this day. Choose wisely and hurry. Your day
has begun!”
PROMPT: Write a story about your special adventure. Tell about the
country where you traveled and what you did while you were there.
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