Evan-Moor Writing FUN Sentences and Paragraphs: Grades 1-3, Writing Basics for Kids, Practice, Subject and Predicate, Topic Sentences, Supporting Details, Closing Sentences, Workbook
What’s inside...
Written by Evan-Moor Educational Publishers, this hands-on workbook guides children in grades 1–3 through the fundamentals of writing clear sentences and organized paragraphs. Step-by-step lessons introduce subjects and predicates, sentence expansion, topic sentences, supporting details, and concluding statements. Engaging practice pages, mini-lessons, and writing prompts help young writers gain confidence while reinforcing grammar and composition skills they will need throughout elementary school.
Age
6-9
Length
96 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which detail makes your paragraph most interesting?
How does a closing sentence help the reader?
Why is revising important even for good writers?
What adjectives could make this sentence stronger?
Tip: Role play these questions
Model writing alongside your child to show effort.
Use real-life photos as quick writing prompts.
Celebrate completed drafts with a family read-aloud.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Complete thoughts make clear sentences
Explanation: Students practice turning fragments into full statements.
Real-World Application: Helps children speak and write clearly in daily life.
Example Lesson: Details paint vivid pictures
Explanation: Adjective and adverb activities show how specifics improve writing.
Real-World Application: Children add precise details when telling stories or giving directions.
Example Lesson: Every paragraph needs structure
Explanation: Topic sentences, supports, and closings are taught explicitly.
Real-World Application: Organizes school assignments and personal journaling.
Example Lesson: Revision improves quality
Explanation: Editing symbols and peer review are modeled.
Real-World Application: Encourages students to reread work for mistakes or clarity.