3rd Grade Build a Focused Paragraph worksheets

Build a Focused Paragraph

Grade 3 Writing Worksheet - Challenge Me

Circle the answer, or write your answer on the line or lines.

1. 1.

   A paragraph about how a letter is delivered begins: "A letter takes a journey before it reaches you." Number the cards to finish the paragraph.
2. 2.

   Which sentence does NOT belong in a paragraph about making pancakes?

   • Waffles have little square holes.
   • To start, mix flour, milk, and an egg.
   • Next, pour small circles of batter onto a hot pan.
   • After that, flip each pancake when bubbles form.
3. 3.

   Which sentence is the best closing for a paragraph about how a can is recycled?

   • To begin, people rinse the can and put it in a bin.
   • After that, a truck carries it to a recycling center.
   • In the end, the metal becomes a brand-new can.
   • Our town picks up trash on Mondays.
4. 4.

   Which detail supports this topic sentence? "We grew salt crystals in a science experiment."

   • Diamonds are a kind of crystal.
   • Salt makes food taste better.
   • Our jar came from the kitchen.
   • We hung a string in the jar.
5. 5.

   Write a paragraph that explains how to make a paper snowflake. Use order words such as first, next, and last for three details, and end with a closing sentence.

   Topic sentence

   Detail 1

   Detail 2

   Detail 3

   Closing sentence