6.ELAR.10.B

Develop drafts into a focused, structured, and coherent piece of writing by:: (i) Organizing with purposeful structure, including an introduction, transitions, coherence within and across paragraphs, and a conclusion. (ii) Developing an engaging idea reflecting depth of thought with specific facts and details.

Grade 6 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2017

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Vocabulary
draftsfocused piece of writingstructured piece of writingcoherent piece of writingpurposeful structureintroductiontransitionscoherenceparagraphsconclusionengaging ideadepth of thoughtspecific factsdetails
Skills
  • organize (writing using purposeful structure) #dok2
  • develop (an engaging idea with depth of thought, specific facts, and details) #dok3
  • compose (focused, structured, and coherent drafts) #dok3
  • incorporate (introduction, transitions, coherence within and across paragraphs, and conclusion) #dok2
Learning Targets
  • I can identify the parts of a purposeful structure in writing, such as introduction, transitions, coherence, and conclusion. #dok1
  • I can organize my writing by including an introduction, transitions, coherence within and across paragraphs, and a conclusion. #dok2
  • I can compose a draft that is focused, structured, and coherent. #dok3
  • I can develop an engaging idea using depth of thought, specific facts, and details. #dok3
Big Ideas
  • Effective writing is developed through purposeful organization and clear expression of ideas.
  • A well-structured piece of writing uses transitions and coherence to connect its introduction, supporting details, and conclusion.
Essential Questions
  • What makes a piece of writing focused, structured, and coherent?
  • How do introductions, transitions, and conclusions contribute to the organization of writing?
  • Why is it important to include specific facts and details when developing ideas in writing?
  • How can you ensure your draft reflects an engaging idea with depth of thought?
  • What are strategies for maintaining coherence within and across paragraphs?