Daily Tips for Families

Today's Tip for Families

12-04-2022

Help Your Child Review Writing Assignments

Before your child turns in a writing assignment, explain how to review so your student can be sure it is a "best effort." Teach your elementary schooler to keep these questions in mind:

Does it make sense? Read the writing to see if you can understand what your child is trying to say. Mark an X beside sentences that don't make sense, and ask your child to clarify.
Are paragraphs used correctly? Each paragraph should focus on one specific idea.
Are sentences correct? Each sentence needs a subject and a verb. A sentence should express a complete thought.
Have I used the best word? There's a difference between happy and thrilled. Help your child think about the best words to express ideas.
Is the paper formatted correctly? Teachers usually have a format they want students to follow.
Is the writing legible? Your child should make sure that the writing is neat.

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Gwinnett County Public Schools