Six Traits of Writing
An Introduction
The Traits of Good Writing
Purpose…
So, what is the deal with the ice cream sundaes?
We will be using the metaphor of an
ice cream sundae to show how all the traits work together to
make one yummy piece of writing!
something that represents something else
Ideas are the beginning of writing.
The ideas are the heart of the message, the content of the piece, the main theme, together with the details that enrich and develop that theme.
…just like the bowl that holds the ice
cream.
Organization is the ice cream
Voice = the mix-ins
…like sprinkles, nuts, candy bits, cookie pieces.
Word Choice is the toppings
Sentence Fluency is the syrup
Conventions = the spoon
Finally…Enjoy!
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