This is a checklist to help 5th graders with their writing tasks.
- Plan Your Writing
- Choose a topic
- Gather ideas
- Make an outline
- Decide on main point
- Begin Writing
- Write a strong opening sentence
- Introduce the main idea
- Use transition words
- Maintain a logical order
- Write Clearly
- Use simple sentences
- Avoid run-on sentences
- Check spelling
- Use correct punctuation
- Add Details
- Include examples
- Add descriptions
- Use sensory words
- Vary sentence length
- Revise and Edit
- Reread your writing
- Check for mistakes
- Improve word choices
- Ensure sentences make sense