I can work through the stages of the writing process to write a set of procedures or instructions for my readers. What is procedural writing (instructional writing)? The intent (purpose) is to tell your reader how to follow a set of procedures in order to make something, learn something, or achieve a particular goal. Instructional writing helps outline the specific steps the reader is required to follow and the equipment required, and often includes tips.

Text Structure (WHAT-WHAT-HOW) 1. What is being achieved. 2. What you need (materials, ingredients 
or equipment) 3. How you do it (numbered steps, 
diagrams, illustrations, labels) 4. Tips and suggestions

Examples of Instructional Writing Pieces Instructions on how to do a particular activity (recipes, 
games, crafts): * How to make a fruit salad * How to play checkers * How to brush your teeth * How to tie your shoelaces * How to plant a seed Instructions that deal with human behaviour: * How to be healthy * How to make someone happy * How to make a friend * How to help the Earth * How to take care of your pet

Use the acronym S.A.D. to help you with 
this writing process: S - Sequence A - Action D - Detail First, squeeze a small amount of 
toothpaste onto the bristles of the 
toothbrush. If you do not write this way, you will make your reader sad because they will not be able to follow your directions!

Example: What: How to brush your teeth What: Toothbrush, toothpaste, water How: First, squeeze a small amount of toothpaste onto 
the bristles of the toothbrush. Next, wet the toothbrush 
with water. Then, put the toothbrush in your mouth, 
brush end first. Next, move the brush up and down along 
your top teeth. Then, repeat brushing on the bottom 
teeth. After you are finished, spit toothpaste into the 
sink. Finally, rinse your mouth with water and SMILE!

Mr. Blythe juggle using three balls - three low-bounce balls - perseverance - an open, safe space - circus music

First, place two balls in hand A and one ball in hand B. Then, toss a ball from hand A in an arch to hand 
B with your eyes focused straight ahead. Next, toss a ball from hand B in an arch to hand A, before you catch the ball that was tossed from hand A. Then, toss the second ball from hand A before 
catching the ball tossed from hand B. Repeat this tossing and catching pattern until 
you can no longer keep control of the balls. Finally, catch two balls in hand A, and one ball 
in hand B before taking a bow! Use juggling supplies that have low bounce, and that are appropriate for the size of your hands.

How to Build a Snowman What you need: How to: Introduction: Do you want to build a snowman? Making a snowman is a fun and creative way to spend time with your family. You can build a snowman is under 5 minutes, or you take all day to build a unique creation. Every time you build a snowman, you end up with a different result. The following steps will make this process a breeze (or should I say, a blizzard?!): What now? Once your snowman has been created there are several options to consider. You may hire a photographer to take a picture of your family enjoying the snowman, or you can take a selfie with the snowman. My personal favourite thing to do is to practice my tackling skills on the poor snowman!

Language Features: * Usually in second-person, present tense (ex. you roll the dice, fold the paper) * Action words connected to task (ex. put, let, stir, shake, kick, push, hold) * Details of colour, amount, size, time (ex. put in one cup, take the red square) * Details of how, when, and where (ex. cut carefully, after rolling the dice) * Transition words (ex. first, next, after that, finally)

If you think you are finished... - add an introduction (hook your reader) - add a conclusion (wrap it up) - add triple scoop words - capitals at the beginning of sentences - commas after sequence words - act it out, does your explanation make sense? - use the dictionary to check your spelling