Writing IS thinking! Using the 6 + 1 Traits - Your writing will shine!
Writing is super important-not just for school but for life in general. Many
times as a student I asked my teachers, "Why do I have to learn this, when am
I going to use this later in the real world?" Well, writing is a skill you
cannot argue that is vital to be successful in life. You will need to write
for the rest of you life. Writing is not only an essential tool to be
successful, writing can allow you to express emotions, to create change, and
it can be fun.
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about the 6 + 1 traits of writing.
6 Traits + 1 power points
Great resource with practice in all areas of writing!
My favorite website!
Writing Fix
Easy to understand rubrics. What is expected for each writing trait.
6 + 1 rubrics
More information about the 6 + 1 traits of writing.
6 + 1 PowerPoints
Use these tools to practice writing with the 6 + 1 traits
Awesome site with tools for writing and ideas for writing
Parents who want more information about the traits of writing can look here!
Parent Information about 6 +1 traits
It is so important for students to use great transition words. Here is a list!
transition words
Vivid verbs show not tell. Check out this great list.
A list of vivid verbs