How to Write a How To!
Dear friends, This is an assignment I gave to my 7th-8th grade English students in our home school co-op several weeks ago. They really seemed to enjoy this one! Virginia EXPOSITORY WRITING ASSIGNMENT "HOW TO" INSTRUCTIONS This week your assignment is to write about how to do something. This writing skill comes in quite handy because giving people instructions is a regular part of real life. Here are the steps to writing a great "how to." 1. Choose a topic that is simple enough to be explained on a single page. It should be one that you already know enough about, or can research easily, to make it clear and interesting. Here are some sample "how to" topics: · How to make a hot fudge sundae · How to organize your bedroom · How to pump up bicycle tires · How to play a favorite ...