Writing

Trimester 1

Students will write a narrative piece which includes a good beginning and ending, brings their characters to life, uses transition words and grade-level appropriate spelling and conventions.

Writer's Workshop - Small Moments, Big Feelings - Introduction for Families

Please watch this video (linked HERE and below) from the Teacher's College, Reading and Writing Project, as an introduction to this Writer's Workshop unit. It talks about what is to be expected and shares some tips if you are looking for ways to support your child at home.

Overview of Unit

Studying the Masters of Inspiration and Ideas.

• Students will learn ways to stretch out and magnify their small moments, writing with great attention to detail and crafting powerful beginnings and endings.

Noticing Author’s Craft: Studying Imagery, Tension, and Literary Language

• Students will explore mentor text and learn to name their intentions as an author.

• Students will try new craft moves in their writing.

Study Your Own Authors

• Students will work with increasing independence, and transferring what they have learned into their writing.

• Students will be encouraged to devote careful attention to revision and editing, aiming to make their writing as clear and as powerful.

Trimester 2

Students will write an informational piece that includes an interesting beginning and ending, names and teaches about a topic, includes a variety of information and facts about the topic, and uses grade-level appropriate spelling and conventions.

Trimester 3

Students will write an opinion piece that includes a convincing beginning and ending, states an opinion and gives at least 2 reasons, uses transition words, and grade level appropriate spelling and conventions.