Leveled Writing Samples for Kids that Model Different Text Types

Readers learn about important life events and accomplishments of Amelia Earhart.

The narrator describes the inside and contents of a closet.

The narrator describes Trainer, the family dog.

The narrator describes the family piano in the house.

Readers learn how two restaurants, Joe's Diner and The Candlestick Cafe, are alike and different.

The author describes the materials and steps to conduct an experiment on how to make ice cubes melt faster and slower.

The author describes the materials and steps for safely doing a headstand.

The author describes the materials and steps for playing a game of tic-tac-toe.

Readers learn about the yam festival, a celebration in recognition of an important food for many people all over the world.

Seth finds a magic turtle that helps him solve his problem with a mean farmer.

The narrator goes on a family vacation to Sedona, Arizona.

The narrator spends the Fourth of July holiday at the park with family.

The narrator moves to a new house in the same neighborhood.

Two friends get their basketball stuck on the roof and problem-solve ways to get it down.

Jamie has difficulty coming up with an idea for a writing assignment.

The narrator argues against using chemicals that can hurt bees.

The narrator presents reasons for and against homework.

The narrator presents positive and negative features about a new school playground.

Krista writes Officer Dean to inquire about bicycle safety rules.

A student writes to an observatory to request information for a report about the moon.

The narrator writes various individuals to explain about her broken ankle.

Students write various people regarding a musical at their school.

Amy writes to her friend Mark to tell him all about her experiences at summer camp.

Chris writes to his cousin Jillian to let her know that he's excited about his visit to see her and snow.

Narrator accepts school's Friendship Award and acknowledges others who were a positive influence

A person interviews a lifeguard at the city pool to learn more abut her job.

Lissa invites friends to come to her tenth birthday party

Terence reflects on his days at basketball camp.