Question

make a news outline about mini bikes and how good they are including a finished headline, lead, and introduction (total of about five sentences—but pay attention to creativity, voice, and interest!) and a bullet pointed outline for each body paragraph of your story. Each of those bullet pointed paragraphs (you should have at least three) should contain the facts you need
make it at a 6th grade level

Answer 1

Headline:
Small Wheels, Big Smiles: Why Mini Bikes Are Winning Hearts

Lead:
Mini bikes are small, easy-to-ride bikes with motors that bring lots of fun, help people learn balance, and usually cost less than full-size motorcycles.

Introduction (three sentences):
On a sunny afternoon you might see kids and parents zipping quietly around a park on tiny, colorful bikes. Mini bikes come in gas and electric models, and most are light enough to carry on a truck or put in a garage. With a helmet, adult supervision, and simple rules, mini bikes can be a safe way to play, learn riding skills, and spend time outside.

Story outline — body paragraph 1: What mini bikes are
- Topic sentence to open the paragraph: explain that mini bikes are small motorized bikes built for fun and learning.
- Key facts to include:
- Size and weight: usually much smaller and lighter than regular motorcycles (easy to move and store).
- Power types: come as gas engines or electric motors; electric ones are quieter and cleaner.
- Speed: slower than full-size bikes, made for short rides and practice (exact top speed varies by model).
- Design: simple frame, small wheels, throttle and brakes like a motorcycle.
- Example detail: describe a small electric mini bike that a kid can practice on in a driveway.
- Transition line to next paragraph: say why these traits make mini bikes a great choice for fun and learning.

Story outline — body paragraph 2: Why mini bikes are great (fun, learning, fitness)
- Topic sentence: show the benefits — mini bikes are fun and teach useful skills.
- Key facts to include:
- Balance and coordination: riding helps build balance, steering control, and confidence.
- Outdoor activity: gets kids and families outside for fresh air and exercise.
- Social benefits: families and friends can ride together; local clubs or meet-ups are common.
- Cost comparison: often less expensive than full-size dirt bikes or motorcycles, so more families can afford them.
- Example detail: short anecdote idea — a kid who learned to ride a bike then tried a mini bike and felt proud.
- Quote idea: a parent or teacher saying it helped their child gain confidence.
- Transition: move from benefits to the practical side of owning one.

Story outline — body paragraph 3: Cost, convenience, and care
- Topic sentence: explain how much mini bikes cost and how easy they are to care for.
- Key facts to include:
- Price range: many models are affordable (from a few hundred dollars to a couple thousand dollars depending on size and brand).
- Running costs: electric models cost less to run; gas models need fuel and oil.
- Portability: light enough to carry or fit on a small trailer or truck bed.
- Simple maintenance: regular checks for tire pressure, chain tension, brakes, and oil (if gas engine) keep them working well.
- Parts and repair: brake pads, tires, and chains are common parts and are usually easy to replace.
- Example detail: describe loading a mini bike onto a pickup for a park outing.
- Transition: after knowing cost and care, readers should also know how to stay safe.

Story outline — body paragraph 4: Safety and rules
- Topic sentence: stress that safety makes mini bikes even better.
- Key facts to include:
- Gear: always wear a helmet, gloves, closed-toe shoes, and pads for knees and elbows.
- Supervision and training: kids should have an adult teach them and watch until they are skilled.
- Where to ride: use private property, riding parks, or places that allow mini bikes; avoid busy streets.
- Local laws: rules and age limits vary by city and state, so check local laws before riding.
- Bike checks: do a quick safety check before each ride — brakes, tires, chain, and throttle.
- Example detail: suggest a basic safety checklist parents can use before a ride.
- Closing line idea: encourage readers to try a supervised test ride and enjoy the fun safely.

Optional closing paragraph (short ideas to end the story)
- Restate why mini bikes are a smart, fun choice: they are small, affordable, good for learning, and deliver big smiles.
- Call to action: suggest visiting a local dealer, joining a family ride day, or attending a safety class.