All writings share certain characteristics, which have been taught in both first and second grade. These characteristics will be expected to be mastered prior to entering third grade. I will try to list some of these expectations. When composing, your child should have a plan based on a main idea. The details included in the composition should support that main idea.
Many writers plan their writings using such things as webs, lists, etc.
The appropriate format for paragraphs should be used. Third grade students will be expected to write in complete sentences. Capitalization of the beginning of sentences as well as appropriate ending punctuation should be included. Answering Questions Quite often students will be asked to answer questions about things which they have read or studied. These questions may be either orally answered or written.