Fourth Grade Writing Process
by Mrs. Huddlestun
Fourth Grade Writing Process
- Brainstorming
Purpose: to tap prior knowledge
Example: graphic organizers, lists, outlines
- Introduction
Purpose: write an opening paragraph/section
Example: hook, purpose, audience, focus
Rubric: “Focus”
- First Draft
Purpose: express ideas/write the body and conclusion
Example: organization, paragraphing, sectioning, details, conclusion
Rubric: “Organization”
- Revising/Conferencing
Purpose: to refine the writing piece
Example: transitions, vocabulary, voice
Rubric: “Support”
- Second Draft/Editing
Purpose: to “clean-up” the writing piece
Example: conventions, fill in student rubric
Rubric: “Conventions”
- Publish
Purpose: to share and reflect on writing
Example: oral reading, creating books, presentations, reflections
Rubric: “Integration”
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