Outlining

One of the first steps to good writing in any subject is to learn to make a good outline. Primary grades 1 to 4 can make just an outline to develop logical thinking skills and practice outlining varied material. Intermediate grades 5 to 8 can complete these outlines and then write a full essay or report.

 

Book Report

Use this outline to remember parts of a book such as character, setting, plot (problem and solution) and recognize main idea and detail.

Book Report Outline (close the new window that opens when finished)

 

 

 

Social Studies Report

This outline can be used for a biography of a famous person who is a hero in a particular culture, or an explorer, scientist, poet, musician. It can also be modified to describe a state ( i.e. its pioneer days, when the state was founded, its early years of statehood, what the state is famous for, natural resources, products, historical sites).

Famous Person Outline (close the new window that opens when finished)

 

Science (Nature)

 

Science Fair

Pick a science topic then use this outline to organize your project. The titles on the outline should also be used on your science chart.

 

Science Fair Project Outline (close the window when finished)

Science fair ideas, and resources Ideas for Projects and resources http://school.discovery.com/sciencefaircentral/