It's not really THE writing process. It's A writing process. And it's not necessarily a linear process. It's a collection of lenses for improving writing from different perspectives. Pick up any book on teaching writing and it'll deliver you a different version of The writing process. That's ok. I don't think there are two authors … Continue reading The Writing Process: Lenses for Primary Writers from Planning to Publishing
6+1 Traits of Writing
TAG: Peer Writing Conferences
Students need peer-to-peer writing conferences. When done well, they allow our student writers to gain insight from peers on their writing while it is being crafted, and use this to guide their next steps. While feedback from teachers is important, feedback from peers can be powerful, allow a variety of perspectives, and be more instantaneous … Continue reading TAG: Peer Writing Conferences
6+1 Traits of Writing Mentor Texts: Voice
This post is part of a series of posts on mentor texts I recommend for showing students how authors use the 6+1 Traits of Writing. What is the voice trait? The writing trait of voice is "the tone and tenor of the piece - the personal stamp of the writer, which is achieved through a … Continue reading 6+1 Traits of Writing Mentor Texts: Voice
6+1 Traits of Writing Mentor Texts: Organisation
This post is part of a series of posts on mentor texts I recommend for showing students how authors use the 6+1 Traits of Writing. What is the Organisation trait? The writing trait of organisation involves "the internal structure of the piece, the thread of meaning, the logical pattern of ideas".Ruth Culham (6+1 Traits of … Continue reading 6+1 Traits of Writing Mentor Texts: Organisation
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