Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts : Writing : Fourth Grade English Language Arts Worksheets

Below, you will find a wide range of our printable worksheets in chapter Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts of section Writing. These worksheets are appropriate for Fourth Grade English Language Arts. We have crafted many worksheets covering various aspects of this topic, writing introduction paragraphs, writing main ideas, linking ideas, explain the topic, writing concluding statements, and many more. We hope you find them very useful and interesting.

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Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts

Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Writing Introduction Paragraph


Choose one of the topics from the list to write an introductory paragraph of an informative/explanatory essay.

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Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Thesis Statement


Read each statement on the worksheet. If you think the statement is a fact, write 'F' on the line. If you think the statement is a thesis, write 'T' on the line.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Introduction Paragraphs


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Introductory Paragraph - 1


Write a short introductory paragraph about each main idea- 1) Importance of Water Conservation, 2) How to Make Your Favorite Beverage

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Introduction Paragraphs


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Introductory Paragraph - 2


Write a short introductory paragraph about each main idea- 1) Natural Disasters, 2) Ways of Preventing Air Pollution

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Introduction Paragraphs


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Introductory Paragraph - 3


Write a short introductory paragraph about each main idea- 1) Global Warming: Causes and Effects, 2) How to Make a Pizza

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Introduction Paragraphs


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Main Idea


Determine and write the main idea of each paragraph. Then write two details supporting the main idea.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Main Ideas


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Main Idea and Details


Determine and write the main idea of the paragraph about desert plants. Then write three details supporting the main idea.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Main Ideas


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Writing the Main Idea


Read two different sets of supporting details. Determine what would be the main idea for each paragraph. Write it on the lines provided.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Main Ideas


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Connecting the Ideas


Read the sentences and number them in the correct order to create a cohesive paragraph. Then write the paragraph on the lines provided.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Linking Ideas


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Using Linking Words


Connect each pair of sentences using the linking word given in the parenthesis.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Linking Ideas


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Correct Linking Words


Choose the correct linking word from the parenthesis to complete each sentence.

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Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Linking Words


Write a sentence using each linking word listed on this worksheet.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Linking Ideas


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Writing an Explanation


Explain what a watermelon is and where it comes from to your alien friend who has never seen, eaten, or heard of one. Write your explanation on the lines provided.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Explain the Topic


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Paraphrase the Quote


Paraphrase the quote and present it in a way to make sure that readers understand the quote in the same way you did. Use different words and structure from the original quote.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Explain the Topic


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Choose Your Topic


Choose and write on a topic from the list provided below. Brainstorm the details about the topic. Write what you already know and research for more facts and details.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Explain the Topic


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Vivid Details


Choose a topic from the list provided. Brainstorm details about the topic. Then write a descriptive paragraph about the topic on the lines provided.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Explain the Topic


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Biography Writing


List four people that inspire you. Then choose one person out of the list and write a biography of him/her. Use various resources to find the facts and the details about that person's life.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Explain the Topic


Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Concluding Sentences


Read each topic sentence, then write a concluding sentence that restates the topic sentence in a different way.

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Worksheet: Fourth Grade

Correct concluding Sentence


Choose the best concluding statement for each paragraph. This worksheet provides amazing information about monkeys, spiders, and chameleons.

Category:  Writing     Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts     Writing Concluding Statements



Write a topic sentence, three supporting details, and a concluding statement for each topic listed.

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