NGLS Standard W.5 Worksheets (Writing for ELA and Literacy)
Below you’ll find materials aligned to Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS). This page houses print-ready PDFs and digital PDF worksheets, packets, and lessons aligned to the NGLS standards for English Language Arts. Writing, Standard 5 (W5) is “Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.” This standard applies to grades K-12.
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Welcome to our informative writing prompts! In addition to creative writing, another way to stretch our minds and skills as writers is to consider the benefits of fact-based, informative writing. How can we educate, inform, and help those around us by completing research and/or sharing what we know? Use the…
We’ve created a list of funny writing prompts below. Humorous writing offers much opportunity for writers to giggle and guffaw. While not all writers connect with traditional writing assignments, creating time for silliness and fun can motivate most people. Use the categories of “Funny Bunnies,” “School Spirit Days,” “Funny Reviews,”…
You’ll find a helpful collection of 1st grade writing prompts below! First grade is a wonderful time to learn and grow personally and academically. With the experience of kindergarten, many students feel excited and more prepared to continue learning. It’s important to ignite a love of writing through a variety…
We’ve provided a great list of January writing prompts below. The month of January brings much inspiration to writers of all ages and backgrounds. Use these creative writing category prompts, designed specifically for the month of January, to generate original responses about resolutions, winter wonderland experiences, arctic adventures, holidays, sports,…
The month of February brings much inspiration to writers of all ages and backgrounds. Use these creative writing category prompts, designed specifically for the month of February, to generate original responses about February holidays, sports, adventures, nature, traditions, and history. Responses to these prompts can vary in genre. Writers are…
We’re put together a great list of March writing prompts below. The month of March brings much inspiration to writers of all ages and backgrounds. Use these creative writing category prompts, designed specifically for the month of March, to generate original responses about holidays, celebrations, and history. Responses to these…
Our June writing prompts are below! The month of June brings much inspiration to writers of all ages and backgrounds. Use these creative writing category prompts, designed specifically for the month of June, to generate original responses about Father’s Day, the summer solstice, graduation, upcoming vacation plans, and more. Responses…
We’ve put together a great list of April writing prompts below! The month of April brings much inspiration to writers of all ages and backgrounds. Use these creative writing category prompts, designed specifically for the month of April, to generate original responses about month-long celebrations, climate initiatives, and nature. Responses…
The month of July brings much inspiration to writers of all ages and backgrounds. Use these creative writing category prompts, designed specifically for the month of July, to generate original responses about summer sports, holidays, nature, and food. Responses to these prompts can vary in genre. Writers are encouraged to…
Welcome to our August writing prompts! The month of August brings much inspiration to writers of all ages and backgrounds. Use these creative writing category prompts, designed specifically for the month of August, to generate original responses about the final month and last sips of summer. Responses to these prompts…