Grade 4 · Writing · Lesson 34

Create a student magazine

A magazine brings together many different types of writing in one publication. Creating a student magazine is a great way to practice functional writing — writing that has a real purpose and a real audience. From news articles to reviews and interviews, every piece needs to be clear, engaging, and well-edited.

What this lesson teaches

1Identify the types of writing found in a magazine
2Plan and write an article for a student magazine
3Apply editing skills to improve clarity and correctness
4Explain the role of headlines, captions, and layout in functional writing

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