Visual Diagram: Teaching Elementary School Students to be Effective Writers

The following diagram provides an illustration of the four interrelated practices that are recommended for helping elementary school students become effective writers: daily time for students to write, teaching foundational skills, teaching the writing process and creating an engaged community of writers. It can be used to strengthen writing instruction.

Topics: Writing, Reading Comprehension • Grade Levels: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 • Media Type: Document

5-10 mins

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Visual Diagram: Teaching Elementary School Students to be Effective Writers

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