What is explanation writing?
Explanation writing describes how or why something happens or works, often focusing on scientific processes, rather than giving instructions like a recipe.
Video Summary
Explanation Writing For Kids // Learning From Home
Main takeaways
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Explanation writing explains how or why something happens or works, often used for science topics.
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Follow four rules: clear title, opening sentence, chronological order, and use conjunctions for flow.
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Use time conjunctions (before, after, as, when, while, until, since) to link steps.
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Steps: pick a simple topic, research, plan a logical order, write intro/body/conclusion, then review and share.
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Questions answered
What are the four rules to include in an explanation piece?
Include a clear title, an opening sentence stating what you'll explain, a clear chronological order (no jumping around), and conjunctions to link steps.
Which conjunctions does the lesson recommend using?
Use linking words and conjunctions of time such as before, after, as, when, while, until, and since (and general linkers like and or but when needed).
What steps should kids follow to write an explanation?
Choose a topic, research facts, plan a logical sequence, write an intro, ordered explanation paragraphs and a conclusion, then review and share the finished piece.
Understanding Explanation Writing 00:31
"An explanation is when you are explaining how or why something happens or how or why something works."
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Explanation writing involves clearly communicating the process or reasoning behind a concept, often focusing on scientific topics.
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It is important to distinguish between explanation writing and other forms, such as recipes, to maintain clarity in communication.
Structure of Explanation Writing 01:57
"Number one, it must have a title that is clear about your topic."
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An explanation piece should have a clear title indicating the subject matter.
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It should start with an opening sentence that introduces what will be explained, followed by a logical sequence of information without jumping around.
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Conjunctions, particularly those indicating time, should be used to transition smoothly between steps in the explanation.
Examples and Topics for Writing 03:53
"These might just spark an idea for something in you."
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A variety of topics can be explored for explanation writing, such as "How does popcorn pop?" or "Why does it rain?"
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Selecting a simple topic can be beneficial for beginners, with examples provided to guide the writing process.
Steps to Write an Explanation 08:21
"First of all, you need to choose a topic to write about."
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The writing process involves choosing a topic, researching to gather relevant information, and planning the information logically.
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Following the guidelines for writing the introduction, order of explanation, and conclusion is essential to creating a coherent piece.
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Review the final piece for any mistakes and share it with someone else to reinforce understanding.