Conventions6 + 1 Writing Traits

What are conventions? Spelling

Ensuring all words are spelled with the proper Canadian spelling Grammar

Use of only one tense (past vs present.. Not both!) Ensuring that sentences flow well with the correct words

Paragraphing Is it there? Does each paragraph discuss one main idea? Do all the

paragraphs connect?! Punctuation and capitalization

Use of periods, commas and other punctuation markings that are needed within a sentence

Making sure all proper names (names of people, places, or products) are capitalized

In short… it’s editing a piece of writing!

How do I edit my, or someone else’s, work? Show where changes need to be made by using

specific markings Give suggestions for change

Be specific Always remember that you are looking at

someone’s work, so its important to be respectful Never actually change the work No work is perfect, so if you are struggling read

the piece of writing aloud A dictionary should be close by to help with

spelling

Editing symbols

Continuum Level 1

Very few words are correctly spelt

Many errors make it difficult to read the work

Every or many lines need to be edited

Level 2 Spell simple words

correctly, but struggle with others

Quite a few error need to be edited to help the reader understand me

Level 3 I spell all simple words

correctly, and some more difficult words are also correct

Few punctuation, grammar, and capitalization errors

Some editing needs to be done Level 4

Many, if not all words are spelt correctly

Little to no errors within my work

This is ready to be shared with my peers!

Task With an elbow partner work on the

sheet labeled “What up?” Use the markings we discussed to edit

the work Once complete, write a descriptive

paragraph (that is 5-8 lines!!) about your favourite birthday gift Remember to appeal to the senses

When complete have a peer edit your work