Examples of Writing Difficulties

• Difficulty assigning sounds to letters which hinders the development of accurate spelling

• Difficulty with any type of dictation across all subject areas

• Difficulty noticing the language syntax and grammar as they are too occupied with processing the words

• Struggle with writing composition

Writing Strategies

• Teach and use a visual approach to correct spelling errors

• Use flash cards for spelling words and pair with illustrations

• Teach using Elkonin boxes

• Teach Cover, Copy, and Compare strategies

• Teach spelling using word groups and sorts

• Analyze grammatical errors in writing and teach to “fix” errors

• Teach the use graphic organizers to help sequence information for effective communication

• Model and teach the steps of writing through think alouds

• Use color-coding to make writing organization obvious and to connect a student’s plan to their draft

• Teach sentence composition using sentence starters

Accommodations

• Use color-coding to make writing organization obvious and to connect a student’s plan to their draft