What makes a good writer?

Parent Education Series #2: 6+1 Traits of Writing at Willow Grove WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2015 WILLOW GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Welcome!  Introductions  Mrs. Elizabeth Moore, 2 nd Grade Teacher  Mrs. Jean Lobby, Kindergarten Teacher  Mr. Patrick McQueeney, Principal  Intended Focus  The 6+1 Traits of Writing Framework  Classroom Examples

What are the 6+1 Traits of Writing?  The 6+1 Traits of Writing is a researched based, systematic approach to breaking down the complicated process of writing.  Provides 6+1 areas of writing to focus instruction and learning in.  Provides teachers and students a common vocabulary for writing across disciplines.  Simplified to traits of writing used across all forms of writing (expository, descriptive, persuasive, and narrative)

The 6 Traits of Writing

The “+1” Trait of Writing