3rd Grade Creative Writing Resources

Graphic Visual Novel Comic Book Paper Engaging Writing Activity 5th 6th Grade

Created by
The Wordsmith Cat

Bring fun and creativity to the writing process with this engaging Fantasy-themed graphic novel unit. Students in 5th and 6th grade will love planning and creating a graphic novel comic book using this resource and the templates provided.This writing paper activity goes beyond typical narratives and

3rd - 5th Creative Writing, Writing, Other (ELA)

Also included in: Graphic Novel Project Comic Book 5th 6th Grade Engaging Writing Reluctant Writer

4 Dialogue Activities to Practice Punctuating Dialogue in 3-6 Narrative Writing

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Help students understand, write, and punctuate dialogue with confidence! This dialogue activities grammar and narrative writing resource gives students multiple, scaffolded opportunities to understand what dialogue is (and is not) and practice using it effectively in narrative writing.

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Grammar

Also included in: Narrative Writing Unit Activities Bundle for Gr. 3-8: SBAC and CAASPP Test Prep

Narrative Writing Graphic Organizers Worksheets 4th-5th Gr. Note-Taking Booklet

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

This Narrative Writing Note-Taking Booklet is designed to help kids learn and practice key story elements such as setting, characters, plot structure, beginning-middle-end, conflict, dialogue, and show don’t tell—all in one organized, student-friendly handbook.

3rd - 6th English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Also included in: Narrative Writing Unit Activities Bundle for Gr. 3-8: SBAC and CAASPP Test Prep

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Narrative Writing Unit Activities Bundle for Gr. 3-8: SBAC and CAASPP Test Prep

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

If you’re teaching a narrative writing unit in grades 3–8, this Narrative Writing Activity Bundle has everything you need to help students plan, draft, elaborate, and polish their creative writing stories with confidence.

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, Writing, Other (ELA)

Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task ELA SBAC Test Prep Gr. 3-6: SPACE

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Prepare for the SBAC test performance task with a journey through the stars! This Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task is designed to mimic the format and rigor of the CAASPP or SBAC end of year state test while keeping students engaged with a "Grand Tour" of our solar system!

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task ELA SBAC Test Prep: HELPFUL ROBOTS

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Prepare for the SBAC test performance task with a high-tech rescue mission! This Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task is designed to mimic the format and rigor of the CAASPP or SBAC end-of-year state test while keeping students engaged with the world of Helpful Robots.

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Writing

American Revolution Spies Narrative Writing Performance Task ELA SBAC Test Prep

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Prepare for the SBAC test performance task with a high-stakes mission into the shadows! This Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task is designed to mimic the format and rigor of the CAASPP or SBAC end-of-year state test while keeping students engaged with the world of the Revolutionary War.

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Writing Warm-Ups Bundle: 200 Bell Ringers for Info, Opinion, Narrative & Grammar

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Whether you need quick, fast-paced bell-work routine to start the day, or low-prep, student-approved writing activities you can stretch into full mini-lessons, this Writing Warm-Ups bundle is exactly what your reluctant or struggling writers need to improve their grammar and writing skills.

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, Grammar, Writing Expository

Thanksgiving Recipe Remix Activity - Fun & Creative ELA Project for Grades 3-6

Created by
Like Honey Learning

Bring excitement to your classroom this Thanksgiving with the Thanksgiving Recipe Remix Activity! This creative, standards-aligned project challenges students in grades 3-6 to design unique Thanksgiving recipes using "twist" ingredients and to create a 1-2 minute commercial to “sell” their dish. Per

2nd - 5th English Language Arts, Creative Writing

Earth Day Project | Earth Day Newspaper Research Project | Writing Activities

Created by
Meryma Learning

Make Earth Day meaningful and engaging with this creative Earth Day Newspaper Project! Perfect for upper elementary students, this resource combines research, writing, and creativity into one fun and memorable activity.Students become Earth reporters as they create their own newspaper filled with en

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, Writing

End of the Year Newspaper Project Memory Book | Autograph Page | Teacher Letter

Created by
Meryma Learning

Celebrate the end of the school year with this End of the Year Newspaper Project and Memory Book! This fun, printable activity is perfect for elementary students to reflect on their favorite memories, highlight classroom achievements, write letters, set goals, and fill out a fun autograph page. Grea

3rd - 7th Creative Writing, Writing

Inspiring Fall Activities | Engaging Math Writing and Biomimicry Challenges

Created by
Asa Jomard

Get Inspired by Halloween! This comprehensive package includes a variety of engaging activities designed to captivate your students throughout the month of October.What’s Included in This Resource?Fun and Engaging Math Problems: Challenge your students with various math problems that make learning en

1st - 3rd Creative Writing, Numbers

Celebrate Halloween | Inspiring Writing Prompts with Unique Creative Dictionary

Created by
Asa Jomard

Halloween Prompts: Ignite Creativity with Our Unique Creative Dictionary!Are you looking for an exciting way to celebrate Halloween in the classroom? This unit is packed with creative writing prompts, mind maps, and a one-of-a-kind creative dictionary designed to spark your students' imaginations an

2nd - 4th Creative Writing

Explore Dinosaurs | Inspiring Writing Prompts with Unique Creative Dictionary

Created by
Asa Jomard

Explore Dinosaurs: Ignite Creativity with Our Unique Creative Dictionary! Are you looking for an exciting way to explore Dinosaurs in the classroom? This unit is packed with creative writing prompts, mind maps, and a one-of-a-kind creative dictionary designed to spark your students' imaginations and

2nd - 4th Creative Writing, Other (Social Studies)

Explore Ocean Animal | Inspiring Writing Prompts with Unique Creative Dictionary

Created by
Asa Jomard

Explore Ocean Animals: Ignite Creativity with Our Unique Creative Dictionary! Are you looking for an exciting way to explore Ocean Animals in the classroom? This unit is packed with creative writing prompts, mind maps, and a one-of-a-kind creative dictionary designed to spark your students' imaginati

2nd - 4th Creative Writing

Inspiring Halloween with Unique Creative Dictionary | Grades 2 - 4

Created by
Asa Jomard

Halloween Prompts: Ignite Creativity with Our Unique Creative Dictionary! Are you looking for an exciting way to celebrate Halloween in the classroom? This unit is packed with creative writing prompts, mind maps, and a one-of-a-kind creative dictionary designed to spark your students' imaginations an

2nd - 4th Creative Writing

Fall Story Starters | Differentiated Writing Menu | Grades 1 -3

Created by
Asa Jomard

Fall Story Starters - Differentiated Writing Menu This done-for-you autumn writing resource gives young writers a menu of curiosity-driven story openers. It then supports every learner in turning their chosen line into a finished story, no matter where they start.Why you'll love itNo more blank-page

1st - 3rd Creative Writing, Writing

Underground Explores Story Starters | Differentiated Writing Menu | Grades 1 -3

Created by
Asa Jomard

Underground Explores Story Starters - Differentiated Writing Menu This creative writing resource gives young writers a menu of curiosity-driven story openers. Then supports every learner in turning their chosen line into a finished story, no matter where they're starting from.Why you'll love itNo mor

1st - 3rd Creative Writing, Writing

Inspiring Ice Age Activities | Explore Fossil Hunters and Animals

Created by
Asa Jomard

What If Your Students Could Solve a 10,000-Year-Old Mystery? A frozen mammoth is discovered in Siberia, perfectly preserved in ice. Cave paintings reveal ancient artists who witnessed these giants firsthand. Fossilised bones tell stories of sabre-toothed cats, giant sloths, and a world where glaciers

2nd - 4th Art, Creative Writing, Ancient History