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Essential Learnings for Writing B

Attitudes

Knowledge

Behavior

I can use writing experiences to teach literacy skills.

I can infuse writing throughout the classroom every day and across the curriculum. 

 

I believe technology can be used in appropriate ways to teach young children. 

I can find sources to help me choose appropriate software.

Invented spelling is the beginning writer’s attempts to match sounds with letters.

Some forms of writing include: narrative, lists, letters, labels.

Some functions of writing include creative expression, communication, description.

Preschool children’s ability to write their names (in "kid writing" at kindergarten entry) is a strong predictor of later reading success.

Name writing provides the motivation for children to learn the letters in their own names.

Journals can provide children with meaningful writing experiences. 

There are developmentally appropriate ways to use computers to promote ealry literacy learning among all children, including children with special needs and second language learners.

Can describe ideas for involving children in different forms of writing from birth to age 5.

Can describe ideas for involving children in writing for different functions.

Can describe the connection between the ability to write one’s name and learning to read.

Can describe several techniques to teach children to write their names in meaningful, culturally responsive and engaging ways that are adapted to meet individual learning needs.

Can name two ways to introduce (or enhance) children’s journal writing.

Can give examples of using technology to adapt literacy instruction for children from diverse backgrounds and different levels of ability. 

Can use developmentally appropriate criteria for choosing computer software.

 

Vocabulary Word

Invented spelling

Myth

Children must learn to read before they can learn to write.

Using Books with Children

Writing in journals

Predictor

A preschool child’s ability to write his or her name is a strong predictor of later success in reading.

 

Guest Faculty:

Bill Teale

Website Activities:

Video Focus - Day in the Life: Writing

Discussion Question - Share How You Implemented This Week's "Ideas To Do Tomorrow":

  • Introduce a new form of writing, like a list or a letter, and encourage children to create their own examples.
  • Add writing props to a new area of your class and encourage children to use them in their play.

Action Plan - Introduce a new form of writing and encourage children to create their own examples

 

 
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