Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning

1. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Purpose • Generate sentences from given words. • Build writing fluency • Build word choice

2. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning • Advanced step in generative writing • Advanced level for Grades K-3. • Advanced level to use with Grades 4-8 to scaffold learning.

3. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning • Objective: To compose written messages based on given words. • Activity: Given specific parameters, students use their understanding of syntax and sentence structure to construct meaningful texts. • Level of Support: Moderate at the beginning working to small group and then independent activities. • Format: Whole class, small group, or individual student.

4. Generative Writing: Sentence PatterningCorrelation to Iowa Core Curriculum • Adheres to conventions generally established in spelling, punctuation, grammar, usage, syntax, and style • Uses writing as a tool for learning • Engages in the information literacy process: accesses, evaluates, and communicates information and ideas • Is able to write on demand • Communicates in a variety of genres

5. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Objective Students will be able to write a sentence when given parameters for a chosen word, part of speech, punctuation, or element of style.

6. Generative Writing:Sentence Patterning Example A Teacher’s directions: “Use a proper noun in a sentence.” Student writes: Manuel is writing a letter to his family.

7. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Example B “Write a sentence with the word embassy and an adjective describing the target word.” Student writes : The French Embassy is on Cathedral Street.

8. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Example C “Write a sentence that asks a question using the word mineral.” Student writes: How would a scientist identify the mineral found in this rock?

9. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Video clip of a 7th Grade Middle School Classroom or 7th Grade Special Education Small Group Generative Writing Sentence Patterning Guided Lesson – Gradual Release of Responsibility Model

10. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Complete the Sentence Patterning Video Response Sheet as you view the video.

11. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Group Discussion of the Sentence Patterning Video Response Sheet

12. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Let’s Try It!

13. Generative Writing:Sentence Patterning • Small Group Explicit Instruction • Use generative writing in small groups to work on missing skills in writing for your students. • Tape record instructions of generative writing for students to complete in small group with a leader in charge of the recording. • Revise and expand generative writing during Writer’s Workshop. (ie. Word families or drawing pictures and writing sentences to show word meaning)

14. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Pair Share Activity • Think of how you could implement this into your classroom setting. (How often, how much time needed, preparation, would this work for you?) • Share with 1 -2 people at your table. • Volunteers to share with whole group.

15. Generative Writing: Sentence Patterning Questions?