Ideas and Content are in a sense the heart of the writing. Everything that is said
comes back to ideas and content. The two keys are clarity and details.
Making a topic clear and manageable is so important.
Details can make or break any piece of writing. Ideas and content focus
on clear writing that presents details in an interesting, fresh manner.
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Sentence Fluency
Sentence fluency is a trait based solely on the ear. Students need to tune their
ears to the rhythm and cadence that can be accomplished with sentence fluency.
Focusing on variety in sentences can help attain fluency.
Sentence Fluency Poster |
Sentence Fluency Poster 2
Word Choice
Word choice is a trait that shows the power of language. Sometimes students seem
so caught up in their ideas, organization, and grammar that word choice may take a backseat.
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Word Choice Poster 2
Conventions
Conventions are the editing and revising component of writing. This includes grammar
and mechanics.
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Conventions Poster 2
Organization
Organization is just the way it sounds, organizing a paper so it is easy for the
reader to follow.
Organization Poster |
Organization Poster 2
Voice
Voice is the author’s fingerprint on the page. By using voice the reader feels
more in touch with the writer’s emotions, opinions, and personality.
Voice Poster |
Voice Poster 2
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