The purpose of procedural writing is to provide a series of precise, sequenced steps or directions that explain to the reader how to do something, how to be something or how to make something. While also allowing the reader to reach the outcome successfully. These engaging picture books can act as a mentor text to get students excited and interested in writing their own instructions.
When Your Llama Needs a Haircut
Written by Susanna Leonard Hill
Illustrated by Daniel Wiseman
The topic of instructional writing is explored when a pet Llama needs to get a haircut.
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Written and Illustrated by Rebecca Green
The topic of instructional writing is explored when a girl tries to make friends with a ghost.
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Written by Lisa Swerling
Illustrated by Ralph Lazar
The topic of instructional writing is explored in steps on how to be a cat.
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Written and Illustrated by Nikki McClure
The topic of instructional writing is explored in steps on how to be a cat.
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Written and Illustrated by Julie Morstad
The topic of instructional writing is explored through different ideas on ‘how to.’
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Written by Denise Vega
Illustrated by Zachariah O’Hora
The topic of instructional writing is explored when a little girl has to put her monster to bed.
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Written and Illustrated by Jon Burgerman
The topic of instructional writing is explored through learning how to eat pizza.
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Written and Illustrated by Nancy Carlson
The topic of instructional writing is explored through a silly book on friendship.
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