Worksheet: Writing Instructions for Grade 6 Learners

Instructions: Read the following scenarios and write step-by-step instructions to guide someone on how to complete the task. Use clear and concise language, and include any necessary details or warnings. Remember to use the imperative form of verbs (e.g., cut, fold, mix).

Scenario 1: Making a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

1. Gather the necessary ingredients and tools.
2. Open the bread bag and take out two slices of bread.
3. Using a butter knife, spread peanut butter on one slice of bread.
4. Using a different butter knife, spread jelly on the other slice of bread.
5. Put the two slices of bread together, with the peanut butter and jelly sides facing each other.
6. Press the slices of bread gently to make the sandwich.
7. Cut the sandwich in half diagonally or vertically.
8. Serve and enjoy your peanut butter and jelly sandwich!

Scenario 2: Drawing a Simple House

1. Start by drawing a rectangle for the base of the house.
2. Add a triangle on top of the rectangle for the roof.
3. Draw a smaller rectangle inside the bigger one for the door.
4. Add a doorknob to the door.
5. Draw two rectangles on either side of the door for windows.
6. Add a small rectangle on top of the roof for the chimney.
7. Draw smoke coming out of the chimney using wavy lines.
8. Add details like bricks, windowsills, and a pathway if desired.
9. Color your house using crayons or colored pencils.
10. Your simple house drawing is complete!

Scenario 3: Planting a Flower Seed

1. Gather the necessary materials: a flower pot, potting soil, a flower seed, and water.
2. Fill the flower pot with potting soil, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
3. Make a small hole in the soil using your finger or a pencil.
4. Place the flower seed into the hole.
5. Cover the seed with soil, gently pressing it down.
6. Water the soil until it is moist but not soaked.
7. Place the flower pot in a sunny spot, near a window or outside.
8. Water the plant regularly, making sure the soil stays moist.
9. Watch your flower seed grow into a beautiful plant!

Scenario 4: Making a Paper Airplane

1. Start with a rectangular piece of paper.
2. Fold the paper in half lengthwise, matching the short edges.
3. Unfold the paper and fold the top corners down to the center crease, forming two triangles.
4. Fold the top edges down again to meet the center crease.
5. Fold the paper in half along the center crease, with the folded edges on the outside.
6. Fold the wings down at a slight angle, about an inch from the bottom.
7. Fold the wings up at a slight angle, about an inch from the top.
8. Adjust the wings to make sure they are even and symmetrical.
9. Hold the paper airplane by the middle and throw it gently, aiming for a clear space.
10. Have fun experimenting with different folds and designs to make your paper airplane fly even better!

Note: Encourage students to use their creativity and add any additional steps or details they think are necessary for each scenario.