Enhance student writing success with writing prompts specifically designed to help students practice and prepare for the writing portion of the SAT. Writing Preparation for the SAT provides persuasive prompts so students can write their own persuasive essay-mirroring what they will face on the SAT. This book not only provides authentic writing experiences for students, it also provides teachers with rubrics that are based in SAT scoring methods. Perfect for independent, small-group, or...
Enhance student writing success with writing prompts specifically designed to help students practice and prepare for the writing portion of the SAT. Writing Preparation for the SAT provides persuasive prompts so students can write their own persuasive essay-mirroring what they will face on the SAT. This book not only provides authentic writing experiences for students, it also provides teachers with rubrics that are based in SAT scoring methods. Perfect for independent, small-group, or whole-class instruction accompanied by sample writing models to support teacher instruction.
Introduction 4Introduction 4Standards Correlations 5Unit Management 6How to Use the Materials 6Letter to the Parents 7Writing Settings 8Technology Tips and Techniques 9The Writing Process 10Setting Up a Writing Center 12Lesson Ideas 14Graphic Organizers 15Assessment 19Scoring Rubrics 19How to Write an Essay 21Sample Essays 22Writing Checklist 25Editing Form 27Improving Your Writing 28How to Be a Better Writer 28Writing Criteria 29Mechanics and Grammar Quick Reference 30Writing Prompts 32Appendix 80Bibliography 80