VI.+Writing+Applications+Standard

=VI. Writing Applications Standard=

Students need to understand that various types of writing require different language, formatting and special vocabulary. Writing serves many purposes across the curriculum and takes various forms. Beginning writers learn about the various purposes of writing; they attempt and use a small range of familiar forms (e.g., letters). Developing writers are able to select text forms to suit purpose and audience. They can explain why some text forms are more suited to a purpose than others and begin to use content-specific vocabulary to achieve their communication goals. Proficient writers control effectively the language and structural features of a large repertoire of text forms. They deliberately choose vocabulary to enhance text and structure their writing according to audience and purpose.

**By the end of the K–2 program:** A. Compose writings that convey a clear message and include well-chosen details. B. Write responses to literature that demonstrate an understanding of a literary work. C. Write friendly letters and invitations complete with date, salutation, body, closing and signature.

**By the end of the 3–4 program:** A. Write narrative accounts that develop character, setting and plot. B. Write responses to literature that summarize main ideas and significant details and support interpretations with references to the text. C. Write formal and informal letters that include important details and follow correct letter format. D. Write informational reports that include facts, details and examples that illustrate an important idea. **By the end of the 5–7 program:** A. Use narrative strategies (e.g., dialogue and action) to develop characters, plot and setting and to maintain a consistent point of view. B. Write responses to literature that extend beyond the summary and support judgments through references to the text. C. Produce letters (e.g., business, letters to the editor, job applications) that address audience needs, stated purpose and context in a clear and efficient manner. D. Produce informational essays or reports that convey a clear and accurate perspective and support the main ideas with facts, details, examples and explanations. E. Use persuasive strategies, including establishing a clear position in support of a proposition or a proposal with organized and relevant evidence.

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