Saturday, April 27, 2013

Writing is Fun!!

Standard: Writing

Expectation 4.4 Use a variety of sentence types to write a descriptive paragraph.

Skill: Write a descriptive paragraph

DOK: 4

Look at the picture and then by using the writing process, you will create an awesome paragraph.


  1. Write words or phrases about the picture. 
  2. Using those words or phrases, write sentences. 
  3.  Read the sentences and look for the topic sentence (What is the picture about? What does it tell you? 
  4. Look for sentences which give more information or are related to the topic sentence. Arrange them in a paragraph. 
  5. Review your paragraph and make corrections. 
  6. Copy it with the corrections made. (Publish)

Follow the Steps


Saturday, April 13, 2013

Writing Process Steps

THE FIVE STEPS OF THE WRITING PROCESS  
STEP 1: PREWRITING/ THINK
 * Decide on a topic to write about.
 * Consider who will read or listen to your written work.
 * Brainstorm ideas about the subject.
 * List places where you can research information.
 * Do your research.
 STEP 2: DRAFTING/ WRITE 
* Put the information you researched into your own words. 
* Write sentences and paragraphs even if they are not perfect.
* Read what you have written and judge if it says what you mean. 
* Show it to others and ask for suggestions
STEP 3: REVISING/ MAKE IT BETTER
* Read what you have written again.
* Think about what others said about it.
* Rearrange words or sentences.
* Take out or add parts.
* Replace overused or unclear words.
* Read your writing aloud to be sure it flows smoothly.
 STEP 4: PROOFREADING/ MAKE IT CORRECT
 * Be sure all sentences are complete.
 * Correct spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
 * Change words that are not used correctly.
 * Have someone check your work.
 * Recopy it correctly and neatly.  
STEP 5: PUBLISHING/ SHARE THE FINISHED PRODUCT 
* Read your writing aloud to a group.
* Create a book of your work.
* Send a copy to a friend or relative.
* Put your writing on display.
* Illustrate, perform, or set your creation to music.
* Congratulate yourself on a job well done!