DLC Writing Traits - Grade 6
In this unit of video lessons, students will work on several strategies for choosing the right words and getting rid of ones not needed. Topics covered include:
Choosing the Right Words
- using sensory language to create images in the reader's mind
- borrowing words from strong writers - making them your own
- replace flat, colorless words with language that's vivid and precise
- cut distracting clutter that smothers the writer's message
Word Choice - Lesson 4.1 - "Making Movies" - Sensory Language
Word Choice - Lesson 4.2 - "Reading to Write" - Borrowing Words from Other Authors
Word Choice - Lesson 4.3 - "Specify to Clarify" - Avoiding Flat Language
Word Choice - Lesson 4.4 - "Cut the Clutter" - Good Word Choice
Word Choice - Editing Level 1 - Conventions - "Workhorse Words" - Spelling of High-Frequency Words
Word Choice - Sample 15 and 16
Word Choice - Final Assignment
As students prepare to complete a final writing assignment (personal inquiry research paper) for this unit, this accompanying handout outlines the project and offers many possible topics.
This handout acts as a useful guide to editing.