The Writing Process

1. A Writing Plan for Dyer School Fall 2009 The Writing Process

2. The Writing Process • Prewriting– generate ideas • Drafting– organize & write it down • Revising– refine & make it better • Editing– make it correct • Publishing– share with others

3. Prewriting • Brainstorm • Journal • Draw • Use graphic organizers/ thinking maps • Research • Determine focus, audience, & purpose

4. Drafting • Group related ideas • Write topic sentence • Use supporting facts & details • Include an introductory paragraph • Write a concluding paragraph

5. Revising • Improve meaning • Check sequence • Look for cause & effect • Use vivid, descriptive words • Add, delete, rearrange, and clarify • Get input from others: writing conference

6. Editing • Check grammar • Check spelling • Check punctuation • Use precise word choice • Review sentence structure

7. Publishing • Think of a title • Type or write your final copy • Add illustrations as needed • Invite others to read your work

8. Check out these sites for more information: • Sample Listing of Specific Writing Strategies: http://www.intercom.net/local/school/sdms/mspap/writ_sugg2.html • Ideas for Teaching the Writing Process: http://www.kimskorner4teachertalk.com/writing/writingprocess/menu.html • Creative Teaching: http://www.fascinate-educate.com/2009/01/12/the-writing-process/

9. Check out these sites for more information: • ABC’s of the Writing Process: http://www.angelfire.com/wi/writingprocess/ • Jefferson County’s Write-On: http://jc-schools.net/write/ • Jefferson County’s Write Away: http://jc-schools.net/writeaway/