Year 3 NAPLAN Writing Practice
Master the basics of Narrative and Persuasive writing. Fun, interactive prompts designed specifically for 8-9 year olds.
Narrative Writing
Tell an amazing story!
In Year 3, markers are looking for a clear beginning, middle, and end.
- Orientation: Set the scene and meet the characters.
- Complication: What goes wrong?
- Resolution: How is it fixed?
Persuasive Writing
Convince the reader!
Learn to state your opinion clearly and give reasons.
- Introduction: State your opinion.
- Arguments: Give 2-3 reasons why.
- Conclusion: Restate your opinion.
What to expect in the Year 3 NAPLAN Writing Test
The Year 3 writing task is the first time students will sit a national writing exam. Students are given a "stimulus" (a picture or an idea) and asked to write either a story or a persuasive text.
Key Focus Areas for Year 3:
- Spelling: Using common words correctly.
- Punctuation: Using capital letters and full stops.
- Sentence Structure: Writing simple and compound sentences.
- Paragraphing: Grouping ideas together.