Using Mentor Texts To Teach 6 + 1 Writing Traits

In this book, you'll find a wealth of mini lessons designed to improve the quality of students' writing. Each lesson uses a key mentor text and spotlights one of the 6 + 1 Writing Traits to allow students to focus on the essential aspects of good writing-- Content, Organization, Word Choice, Voice, Sentence Fluency, Conventions, and Presentation. Inviting and practical, the lessons are concise and follow a consistent model for easy implementation. With seven lessons per chapter, each includes step-by-step guidance, open-ended prompts, and suggestions for additional suitable mentor texts. The chapters are organized by genre--including fiction, informational texts, and poetry--and feature graphic novels and graphic informational mentor texts to inspire and engage students. Aligned with the Common Core State Standards, this resource is essential for any K-8 or pre-service teacher who wants to instil in their students the skills to become independent, confident writers.

• | Author: Beverly A DeVries
• | Publisher: Routledge
• | Publication Date: Dec 30, 2022
• | Number of Pages: 162 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Hardcover
• | ISBN-10: 1032254912
• | ISBN-13: 9781032254913