The Beginning Writing Class addresses the writing skills for 3rd and 4th graders. The curriculum is based on the 6 + 1 Traits of Writing© which has become a nationally acclaimed curriculum. The goal for each student is to develop the skills and comfort level in written communications on their experiences, ideas and opinions.
We start with the conceptual development of an experience or story and provide guidance in using specific techniques to convert the verbal story into one or more paragraphs. Starting with a single paragraph format, we review a logical structure that can be used to communicate an event with students, teachers, friends or family. In order to accomplish this goal, we write papers during class to practice the creating paragraphs about a topic. Writing about a topic of interest or an actual experience builds confidence in creating a written story. Each student will have the opportunity to present that story to the class.