Writing Worksheet · Grades 4–7
Writing a Legend Worksheet
A printable writing worksheet for grades 4-7 on writing a legend. Students learn how a legend grows from a kernel of truth with a larger-than-life hero and exaggeration, answer eight questions about the form, and plan their own legend. A complete answer key is included.
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Subject
Writing
Grades
Grades 4–7
Skill Focus
Writing a Legend, narrative
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A legend is a traditional story passed down over time, often based on a real person or event but mixed with exaggeration. This worksheet teaches the parts of a legend and guides students to plan one of their own.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box teaches the form with examples. Section A has eight recall questions. Section B on page 2 has four planning prompts.
Page 3 is a complete answer key. The worksheet pairs well with the Writing a Myth and Writing a Fable worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and study the parts of a legend.
Answer the eight questions in Section A on page 1.
Plan your legend in the four prompts in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Writing a Myth Worksheet for more practice.
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Writing a Legend Worksheet
A printable writing worksheet for grades 4-7 on writing a legend. Students learn how a legend grows from a kernel of truth with a larger-than-life hero and exaggeration, answer eight questions about the form, and plan their own legend. A complete answer key is included.
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