Introducing the Six Traits of Writing™ has never been easier! This comprehensive lesson offers a detailed introduction and explanation of each trait, highlighting their essential roles in effective writing. An anchor essay featuring clear examples of each trait within the paragraphs provides a hands-on opportunity to practice and master writing skills. Enhance your students' writing abilities with this engaging and practical lesson on the Six Traits of Writing™.

This resource explains the entire process of identifying each trait of the six traits and using them in their writing. The instructional video with step-by-step guided note-taking can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home. The PowerPoint, and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This lesson about how to identify and use the Six Traits of Writing™ includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

• Identifying and evaluating each of the six traits of writing™
• Defining what each of the traits should accomplish
• Determining if each trait is helping the writer achieve their goal
• Identifying examples of the six traits™ in an anchor essay
• Revision techniques
• Individual practice with the 6 traits of writing™
• Step-by-step instructions for completing the worksheets

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of the six traits of writing™
• Practice identifying ideas, organization, word choice, voice, sentence fluency, and conventions™.
• Anchor essay with six traits of writing™ identified
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations each individual trait
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of questions to ask to determine each trait
• Anchor essay with The Six Traits of Writing identified

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introduction to Writing Unit include:

• Multiple Choice Writing Tests Unit - 3 Lessons
• 6 Traits of Writing™
• How to Write a 4 Paragraph Essay
• How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay
• General Statement and Detail Statements
• Thesis Statements
• Writing for Standardized Tests
• The Writing Process

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