The ability to write explanatory text for class VIII students at SMP Negeri 2 Sungai Apit. This research aims to describe the ability to write explanatory texts based on theme, structure and spelling and punctuation of explanatory texts of class VIII student at SMP Negeri 2 Sungai Apit. The research method used was an explanatory text writing test, with research involving 46 students. Data coll…