A collection of easy-to-use lessons that focus on grammar, spelling, punctuation, editing and use of conventions in writing. Each lesson follows a predictable a teacher-modeled lesson on day 1, followed by an experience with an unedited sample of student writing on day 2. On day 3, students apply the editing/conventions focus point in their own writing folders; day 4 centers on review and summation. For use with Grades 6-8.
Language
English
Pages
224
Format
Paperback
Release
April 01, 2011
ISBN 13
9780545223003
Mastering the Mechanics: Grades 6–8: Ready-to-Use Lessons for Modeled, Guided and Independent Editing
A collection of easy-to-use lessons that focus on grammar, spelling, punctuation, editing and use of conventions in writing. Each lesson follows a predictable a teacher-modeled lesson on day 1, followed by an experience with an unedited sample of student writing on day 2. On day 3, students apply the editing/conventions focus point in their own writing folders; day 4 centers on review and summation. For use with Grades 6-8.