4th grade essay

The following writing standards represent what states* typically specify as fourth grade benchmarks in writing proficiency: Fourth grade writing standards focus on the writing process as the primary tool to help children become independent writers. In Grade 4, students are taught to use each phase of the process as follows:

Through opinion, informative/exploratory, and narrative texts, these worksheets will provide fourth grade students with the practice they need. This collection also includes graphic organizers that help kids organize their essay writing.

Grade 4 persuasive essays should establish a controlling idea, develop supporting arguments, provide detailed evidence, and include persuasive techniques (e.g., word choice, repetition, emotional appeal).

Personal Communications: In fourth grade, students write friendly letters, thank-you notes, formal letters, messages, and invitations that have a clearly stated purpose and that include the date, proper salutation, body, closing and signature.