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Writing
We want to help children “resee” their work. Above all, we want them to have a growing
sense of the options available to them during composing. Don Graves, A Fresh Look at Writing, 1994, p. 239 Writing
often seems magical. As if by some miracle the words appear on the page and
we are not exactly sure how they got there or from where the inspiration
came. Writers’ Workshop is not only an organized process for children
to feel safe to risk thought, emotion, and creativity, but it is a process
where teachers can specify elements and essentials that are needed in good
writing. Writers’
Workshop is a large block of time where students learn the process of how to
write. There are five stages to the writing process. Prewriting-The writer identifies the topic, audience, and purpose of the piece. Planning, gathering information, and organizing the writing takes place during this step. Drafting- During this
step, ideas are placed on the paper, thoughts are
written down, and ideas are developed. Drafting is not limited to one copy or
attempt. Revising- Revising is a
continuous process before a final draft. During this step, the writer can
reread the piece for the best word choice and clarity, use carets to insert
words or phrases, delete or cross out information, and move or connect parts
of the message. Editing- This phase
allows the writer to proofread the piece for spelling, punctuation, grammar,
and other mistakes in mechanics. Publishing- During this stage the author organizes the writing
for an audience to view and considers options of illustrations, presentation,
and design. Due
to the complex nature of writing, students need to have explicit instruction
regarding all aspects of writing—from the rudiments of simple pictures
or words to how to compose longer texts to different purposes and audiences
for writing. Precise teaching helps the students learn the process of
writing-- prewriting (brainstorming ideas), first drafts, revising (for
meaning), editing (for conventions), writing final drafts, and publishing for
an audience. Different styles or modes of writing must be taught, such as: Expressive-Narrative,
Personal Informational/Transactional-Letters,
Recipes, How-to, Math Problems, Explanations, Reports Poetry Writers’
Workshop allows students and teachers the freedom of creativity and choice
cocooned inside an organized highly supported process. Fletcher and Portalupi sum up writing instruction and Writers’
Workshop beautifully. “We should never forget that the central kernel
of our work is not writing but real kids—their voices, passions,
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Writing ideas
for TAKS objectives 3, 4, 5, and 6. A SBISD writing site where
teachers are encouraged to share effective writing lessons. |
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Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory, Library
in the Sky- links to writing, reading, spelling, grammar, creative
writing, and literature lesson plans for all grade levels. |
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6+1
Traits of Writing
Scoring guide and benchmark papers presented by Northwest Regional
Education Laboratory. |
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The New Jersey Writing Project in Texas site
offers ideas about writing and reading instruction. It is also the home for
information concerning the NJWPT course and staff development opportunities. |
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Pages on the writing process, types of
writing, analysis of writing, conventions of writing, writing samples, and
resources for grades 1-6. |
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Writing lessons and ideas as well as resources for
teachers. Purdue’s Writing Lab |
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Writing tips, reading
tips, teacher tips, homework tips, parent tips from Kidbibs.com |
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