So much has changed since 1999 when the original Wondrous Words: Writers and Writing in the Elementary Classrooms was published.The world is a different place, and our classrooms have changed.But, so much of what we learned in Wondrous Words holds true today
Look at good writing in any genre, and you'll find clear evidence of these traits. This book--written by the leading authority on the 6+1 TRAIT model--contains all the tools you need to assess student writing for the traits and plan instruction. You'll find detailed definitions of each trait, scoring guides, sample student papers with running commentary, and focus lessons and activities
Interactive Notebooks are gaining popularity in English classrooms nationwide that include English language learners. These student-created, teacher-directed notebooks are effective with all students. But as places to record learning and develop proficiency with academic English, they are ideally suited to the needs of English learners. With Interactive Notebooks and English Language Learners y…