A Guide to Authentic Writing
Grade(s):4~7
Description:
The exercises in Advancing Writing Skills are for students who see
themselves as writers and are ready for more sophisticated
approaches to writing. The emphasis is on thinking and acting like a
writer. The proven strategies for working with elements of writing
and revision are the focus of each lesson.
When students are ready to fine-tune their writing, reach for this
practical, well-organized text. Guided lessons include information on
writing techniques, samples, and assignments. Topics include:
- finding subjects to write about,
- developing an effective beginning and ending,
- using detail to develop ideas,
- writing in the content areas,
- deciding on purpose and audience, and revising.
- group lessons,
- working with a partner, and
- individual work.
approaches to writing. Useful in a writers' workshop or a writing lab
setting, this text is packed with lessons to make students' writing
skills shine.
This book is for more advanced writers. For younger students, see
Beginning Writing Lab. For writers needing more guidance, see
Writing Lab.
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