6 Traits of Writing
What should students focus on?
Quarter 1- Our writing focus will be Narratives. Students will be expected to create several 3 paragraph essay's using the 6 Traits of Writing. They will be provided a criteria chart and rubric.
Quarter 2- Our writing will be focused on writing How-To pieces. Students will be expected to create writing pieces that explain a detailed step-by-step process of completing something.
Quarter 3- Our writing will focus on Compare/Contrast writing. Students will be expected to choose two topics to write about and explain their similarities and differences.
Quarter 4- Our focus will be on Argumentative Writing. Students will be given topics to argue their point of view and support their arguement with evidence. Also, they will learn to demonstrate their opinion through arguementative writing and supporting their thinking.
Quarter 2- Our writing will be focused on writing How-To pieces. Students will be expected to create writing pieces that explain a detailed step-by-step process of completing something.
Quarter 3- Our writing will focus on Compare/Contrast writing. Students will be expected to choose two topics to write about and explain their similarities and differences.
Quarter 4- Our focus will be on Argumentative Writing. Students will be given topics to argue their point of view and support their arguement with evidence. Also, they will learn to demonstrate their opinion through arguementative writing and supporting their thinking.