Using Benchmark Papers to Teach Writing with the Traits


Book Description

Trait expert Ruth Culham has created a diverse set of papers grades 3-5, assessed and annotated them, and designed an interactive whiteboard CD of exemplars so teachers and students can use them as the focus of trait-based writing instruction. The papers are highlighted by key quality for each trait, making it easy for writers to see what works and what doesn't by simply pressing the color-coded buttons at the bottom of each projected paper on the white board. Can be used with overhead projectors as well.




Traits of Writing


Book Description

Effective, easy-to-use tools for trait-based assessment and instruction--just for middle school teachers. Includes printable reproducible forms!




Using Benchmark Papers to Teach Writing with the Traits


Book Description

Trait expert Ruth Culham has created a diverse set of papers grades K-2, assessed and annotated them, and designed an interactive whiteboard CD of exemplars so teachers and students can use them as the focus of trait-based writing instruction. The papers are highlighted by key quality for each trait, making it easy for writers to see what works and what doesn't by simply pressing the color-coded buttons at the bottom of each projected paper on the white board. Can be used with overhead projectors as well.




Daily Trait Warm-Ups


Book Description

Quick activities for developing writing skills that last a lifetime!




Using Benchmark Papers to Teach Writing with the Traits


Book Description

Trait expert Ruth Culham has created a diverse set of papers grades K-2, assessed and annotated them, and designed an interactive whiteboard CD of exemplars so teachers and students can use them as the focus of trait-based writing instruction. The papers are highlighted by key quality for each trait, making it easy for writers to see what works and what doesn't by simply pressing the color-coded buttons at the bottom of each projected paper on the white board. Can be used with overhead projectors as well. For use with Grades 6-8.




6 + 1 Traits of Writing


Book Description

Everything you need to teach and assess student writing with this powerful model.







Interactive Writing


Book Description

Interactive Writing is specifically focused on the early phases of writing, and has special relevance to prekindergarten, kindergarten, grade 1 and 2 teachers.




501 Writing Prompts


Book Description

"This eBook features 501 sample writing prompts that are designed to help you improve your writing and gain the necessary writing skills needed to ace essay exams. Build your essay-writing confidence fast with 501 Writing Prompts!" --




The Struggling Reader


Book Description

"Provides educators with essential knowledge of research-based practices for the intervention and prevention of reading difficulties."--Back cover.