Writing Prompt:  Write a composition about the thing that makes you happy.

Effective Writing Trait:  Sentence Fluency

Focused Revision / Editing:

• 4.18B:  Write in complete sentences, varying the types such as compound and complex to match meanings and purposes.
• 4.19E:  Edit drafts for specific purposes such as to ensure standard usage, varied sentence structure, and appropriate word choice.

                      MINI-LESSON                                              GOALS

Day 1

Preparing To Write Using A Prompt

Students will prepare to use the prompt stated and write their compositions.

Day 2

Slinky City

Students will visualize the importance of sentence variety in their work.

Day 3

Off to a Good Start

To help students understand that sentences begin in different ways.

Day 4

"No Becauses,, Ands, or Buts"

Students will work with different sentence constructions to enhance the fluency of their writing. 

Day 5

 Focused Revision and Editing Using Student Papers

Students will analyze examples of compositions using the focused revision and editing TEK.  Then, students return to their compositions to revise and edit.