Students will be using the WriteShop curriculum in this course. WriteShop introduces and builds on the steps of the writing process through engaging activities and creates an environment that promotes a joy of learning. Lessons are divided into Activity Sets to fully cover a topic without hurrying the child. Students will learn that writing is a process made up of several steps:

Planning. Familiar topics, simple graphic organizers, and teacher guidance help unlock your child’s creative ideas.

Writing. Children who can’t write independently are encouraged to dictate stories to you. Writing assignments grow from 3 to 5 sentences. Lessons build incrementally, and as children grow in skill and confidence, they are encouraged to become more independent writers.

Editing. From the beginning, children learn that editing is a natural part of writing.

Handwriting without Tears is a handwriting curriculum that will also be taught in the class.