4.ELAR.11.B
Develop drafts into a focused, structured, and coherent piece of writing by:: (i) Organizing with purposeful structure, including an introduction, transitions, and a conclusion. (ii) Developing an engaging idea with relevant details.
Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017
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draftsfocused piece of writingstructured piece of writingcoherent piece of writingpurposeful structureintroductiontransitionsconclusionengaging idearelevant details
Skills
- organize (with purposeful structure, including introduction, transitions, and conclusion) #dok2
- develop (an engaging idea with relevant details) #dok2
- compose (focused, structured, and coherent drafts) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can organize my writing with an introduction, transitions, and a conclusion. #dok2
- I can develop an engaging idea by adding relevant details to my draft. #dok2
- I can compose a draft that is focused, structured, and coherent. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Writers use purposeful structure to create focused, coherent, and engaging drafts.
- Developing ideas with relevant details and organizing writing with clear structural elements help communicate effectively.
Essential Questions
- How does a purposeful structure improve the clarity and effectiveness of writing?
- What makes an idea engaging for readers?
- Why are introductions, transitions, and conclusions important in writing?
- How can I add relevant details to support my main idea?
- What steps can I take to make my writing more coherent and focused?