In this video, the teacher explains the process of writing the first draft of an essay using a boxes and bullets outline as a guide. The steps include writing each set of boxes and bullets as a new paragraph in full sentences, analyzing...

In this video, the teacher explains how to write the first draft of an essay using a boxes and bullets outline as a guide. The teacher demonstrates the process step by step, showing how to convert the outline into full sentences and add...

Mr. Griot reviews the steps he and the student have taken to write a biography.He models how to write the final copy of his biography.

Mr. Griot writes the final draft of a short story.

Mr. Griot works to revise, edit, and add details to a personal narrative. He then models writing the final copy of a personal narrative.

Pupil outcome: I can use a plan to write the introduction of a non-chronological report about tigers. Key learning points: - The purpose of the introduction is to engage the reader and give them general information about the report's...

Mr. Griot shows how to use a graphic organizer to organize the subject of his biography by early life, middle life, and late life. Then he demonstrates the importance of revising and editing. Finally, he reads the final draft of a...

Mr. Griot provides guidance through the process of editing and revising a friendly letter, writing the final draft, and correctly addressing an envelope.

Mr. Griot reviews the characteristics of a personal narrative. He then shows how graphic organizers are helpful when writing a personal narrative. He reviews the steps that should be followed to move a story from the planning stage to...

Mr. Griot recounts the steps taken to plan and write an informative essay and models the completion of the essay by writing a final draft.

Pupil outcome: I can write the conclusion of a non-chronological report about pandas. Key learning points: - A conclusion is the final paragraph of a text and it gives general information about the subject. - A conclusion still has a...

Pupil outcome: I can write the conclusion of a non-chronological report about macaroni penguins. Key learning points: - A conclusion is the final paragraph of a non-fiction text that gives general information about the subject. - A...

Mr. Griot reads a story about protecting the environment and is so impressed he decides to write a letter to the author.Mr. Griot reviews the important parts of a letter and then demonstrates how he used them in his letter.

Pupil outcome: I can consider the advantages and disadvantages of using a pen or pencil for a task. Key learning points: - Pen and pencil are the most common tools used to write or draw with. - Making a choice between pen and pencil...

Pupil outcome: I can decide which tool is best suited for the purpose. Key learning points: - Pen and pencil are the most common tools used to write or draw with. - Making a choice between pen and pencil depends on the task and the...

In this video, you will learn how to write a draft for your personal narrative story. We will write the important events in order, using transition words and details to describe what happened.

Mr. Griot reviews the rough draft he wrote about baseball. Then he uses a rubric to evaluate his work. Once he edits and corrects the paper, he writes a final copy of the research report about baseball.

Mr. Griot explains where to locate sources for research. He demonstrates taking notes, creating a graphic organizer, and writing a rough draft about baseball.

Pupil outcome: I can apply my knowledge of vocabulary and grammar from an extended text to write a related article or interview. Key learning points: - The French [o] sound can be open or closed. It is open when followed by any consonant...

In this video, the teacher discusses the importance of crafting an effective introduction in writing. The introduction is compared to a movie preview, as it gives readers a taste of what they can expect from the text. It also provides a...

A deceptively deep poem, students have been frustrated by "The Red Wheelbarrow" for decades. This video shows that William's intentionally plays with the idea of significance. Find out more in this reading, summary, and analysis of...

A video entitled “Finalizing Writing” which explores three steps of the writing process: revising, editing, and publishing.

In this video, the teacher guides students through the process of revising their writing to make it the best it can be. They review the structure of a paragraph and discuss the importance of ensuring that each paragraph supports the...

In this video, the teacher explains how to make a plan for writing an informational text using a table of contents. The process involves reviewing a completed KWL chart, identifying the main topic and details, determining the most...