Trait-Based Writing: Lessons and Activities

by Kristina Smekens

Overview

Whether you're just getting started with the traits or want to invigorate your trait-based writing instruction, the 20 fun and engaging lessons in this resource are just what you need. Classroom-tested, ready-to-go lessons for all the traits-ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency, and conventions-are included. For each lesson, you'll also find an independent writing activity and creative group-share ideas. These powerful lessons are sure to boost students' writing performance.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780545195041
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	04/01/2009
Sold by:	Scholastic, Inc.
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Kristina Smekens is a literacy consultant, a certified 6-traits trainer, and a sought-after presenter. She lives near Ft. Wayne, Indiana, with her husband Brady and three children. This is her first book with Scholastic Professional.