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K-5 Writing Continuum
____ Uses criteria for effective writing to set
own writing goals.
FLUENT
____ Uses knowledge of base words,
INSTRUCTIONAL LEVEL GRADE 5 and up
prefixes and suffixes and derivatives to
enhance spelling competency in writing
____ Selects and publishes writing in
polished format, independently using the
writing process.
____ Uses prewriting strategies effectively
to organize and strengthen writing.
____ Independently utilizes specific writing
traits to edit and revise writing. (e.g. word
choice, organization, sentence fluency,
conventions)
____ Uses quotation marks and related
punctuation correctly in passages of
dialogue.
____ Writes in a variety of genres and forms
for different audiences and purposes
independently.
____ Creates main characters, plots with
problems/solutions and describes detailed
settings.
____ Uses dialogue independently to
enhance character development.
____ Incorporates personal voice in writing
with increasing frequency.
____ Writes cohesive paragraphs including
supporting explanations, reasons and
examples when necessary.
____ Independently uses descriptive
language, details, similes, and imagery to
enhance ideas.
____ Writes organized, fluent, and detailed
nonfiction independently, including
bibliographies where appropriate.
____ Integrates information on a topic from
a variety of sources independently.
____ Constructs charts, graphs, and tables
to convey information when appropriate.
____ Generates ideas for writing through
reading and making connections across the
curriculum and with current events.
____ Writes poetry using carefully chosen
language

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