1. #writeonbigreds #sextonpride

2. writing matters It’s everywhere. It helps you think better (and get better grades). It’s a marketable skill. There are cool writing jobs out there. It is part of being a good communicator.

4. This is the year of writing at Sexton.

6. the plan Pre-assessment – what you’re good at, what needs work Informative and explanatory writing will be our focus – explain how something works or how to do something, teach people about something

7. the plan, continued… Work on small parts of writing at a time (and not everything all at once) Practice, practice, practice Make writing fun Post-assessment – how much have you improved?

9. what your teacher thinks Writing will help you understand this class You will become a better writer and student with practice I will help you I will try to make writing fun & interesting You can do it!