Look back at your mind map on the previous page. Use the notes you wrote about your news to help you write a story for this newspaper.

Here are the details for your newspaper story, using ideas from your mind map:

• Fill in the name of the newspaper.

  • The Daily Scoop

• Headline or name of article.

  • Local Kid Conquers Bike Riding!

• Fill in your name as a writer.

  • By A Young Reporter
  • Date: October 26, 2023

• What happened?

  • I finally learned how to ride my bicycle without any training wheels! It was a bit scary at first, but I kept trying. My dad held the back of my seat, and then he let go. I wobbled a little, but then I was riding all by myself! I felt so proud and happy.

• Where did it happen?

  • In my backyard on the paved path.

• How do you feel about what happened?

  • I feel incredibly excited and proud of myself. It was a big challenge, and I'm happy I didn't give up. Now I can ride my bike everywhere!

• Draw a picture to illustrate your story.

  • This space is for you to draw a picture of a child riding a bicycle without training wheels, smiling.