This strand focuses on the elements of effective writing. Good writing instruction incorporates multiple performance objectives into an integrated experience of learning for the student. The order of the concepts and performance objectives is not intended to indicate a progression or hierarchy for writing instruction. Instructional activities may focus on just one concept or many.
Concept 1: Ideas and Content
Writing is clear and focused, holding the reader’s attention throughout. Main ideas stand out and are developed by strong support and rich details. Purpose is accomplished.
Kindergarten
PO 1. Use pictures that convey meaning.
PO 2. Use pictures with imitative text, letters, or recognizable words to convey meaning.
PO 3. Use labels, captions, or picture descriptors to expand meaning.
Grade 1
PO 1. Write stand-alone text that expresses a clear message.
PO 2. Incorporate details in pictures and text.
Grade 2
PO 1. Write stand-alone text that expresses a clear message.
PO 2. Incorporate relevant details that give the text interest.